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Real help doesn't need a big budget

We started My Brothers & Sisters & I to support students and neighbors who are often overlooked.

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THE FOUNDERS

The people behind every scholarship, every meal, every bit of help

A small team with a big job. We work directly with students and families to make sure tuition gets paid, books get bought, and no one goes without a meal.

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Board President

Darlene Lorenz

Darlene Lorenz is the Founder and Board President of My Brothers & Sisters & I, providing leadership and strategic direction to support the organization's mission. She works with board members, donors, and community partners to expand educational opportunities and resources for students and families in need.

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Vice President

Rachel Montgomery

Rachel Montgomery serves as Vice President of My Brothers & Sisters & I, helping guide the organization's programs and community outreach efforts. She works closely with the Board President and fellow board members to support families, strengthen partnerships, and advance the organization's mission.

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Secretary

Erna Teng

Erna Teng serves as Secretary of My Brothers & Sisters & I, helping ensure effective communication, accurate recordkeeping, and strong organizational governance. She supports the Board of Directors in advancing the organization's mission while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Treasurer

Maria Teng

Maria Teng serves as Treasurer of My Brothers & Sisters & I, overseeing the organization's financial stewardship and helping ensure resources are managed responsibly. She works with the Board of Directors to support financial transparency, accountability, and the long-term sustainability of the organization's mission.

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Chief Financial Officer

David Hernandez

David Hernandez serves as Chief Financial Officer of My Brothers & Sisters & I, overseeing the organization's financial planning and helping ensure responsible management of its resources. He works closely with the Board of Directors to support financial transparency, accountability, and the long-term success of the organization's mission.

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Board Member

Tatiana Bartley

Tatiana Bartley serves as a Board Member of My Brothers & Sisters & I, providing guidance and support to help advance the organization's mission and goals. She works alongside fellow board members to strengthen community partnerships, promote responsible governance, and expand opportunities for the students and families the organization serves.

Board Member

Leni Askew

Leni Askew serves as a Board Member of My Brothers & Sisters & I, helping provide oversight and strategic guidance in support of the organization's mission. She collaborates with fellow board members to strengthen community engagement, support fundraising efforts, and expand opportunities for students and families in need.

Board Member

Elva Lopez

Elva Lopez serves as a Board Member of My Brothers & Sisters & I, contributing to the organization's leadership and helping guide its mission-driven initiatives. She works alongside fellow board members to support community outreach, strengthen organizational growth, and create meaningful opportunities for students and families in need.

HOW IT STARTED

One person, one idea, one community at a time.

Darlene Lorenz saw a simple truth — students, whether from down the street or across the world, all need the same things to succeed. So she started My Brothers & Sisters & I to help make sure they get them.

Can you help us reach more students and families?

Every contribution goes directly toward tuition, books, and meals for students through out the world. Your support makes the next step possible.

Make a donation

IN THE CLASSROOM

Stacked books, full stomachs, real hope

Every backpack we fill and every tuition gap we cover starts with a single act of generosity from this community.

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Students sponsored

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Food drives run

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Warm coats given

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School supply kits

NEIGHBORS SPEAK

Hear how we've helped students and families

These are real voices from the community we serve. Every donation, every resource, every bit of help makes a tangible difference.

Support a student today

I'm a graduate student from Brazil, and I didn't know how I'd pay for my textbooks this semester. Darlene made sure I had what I needed. She asked what classes I was taking, and then she showed up with the exact books. I'll never forget that.

Ana Silva

International graduate student, Cal State University Northridge

I was a single dad going back to school. Darlene helped with my daughter's winter clothes and my tuition payment. She treats everyone like family. That's rare.

Marco Reyes

Local resident, Los Angeles

I'm a graduate student from Brazil, and I didn't know how I'd pay for my textbooks this semester. Darlene made sure I had what I needed. She asked what classes I was taking, and then she showed up with the exact books. I'll never forget that.

Ana Silva

International graduate student, Cal State University Northridge

I was a single dad going back to school. Darlene helped with my daughter's winter clothes and my tuition payment. She treats everyone like family. That's rare.

Marco Reyes

Local resident, Los Angeles

My brother and I both work and go to school. The cost of supplies adds up fast. My Brothers & Sisters & I helped with our lab fees and art materials. Without them, I would've had to drop a class. Thank you.

Keisha Brown

Community college student, Santa Clarita

I was a single dad going back to school. Darlene helped with my daughter's winter clothes and my tuition payment. She treats everyone like family. That's rare.

Carlos Mendez

Local resident & returning student

My brother and I both work and go to school. The cost of supplies adds up fast. My Brothers & Sisters & I helped with our lab fees and art materials. Without them, I would've had to drop a class. Thank you.

Keisha Brown

Community college student, Santa Clarita

I was a single dad going back to school. Darlene helped with my daughter's winter clothes and my tuition payment. She treats everyone like family. That's rare.

Carlos Mendez

Local resident & returning student

NEIGHBORS SPEAK

Hear how we've helped students and families

These are real voices from the community we serve. Every donation, every resource, every bit of help makes a tangible difference.

Support a student today

I'm a graduate student from Brazil, and I didn't know how I'd pay for my textbooks this semester. Darlene made sure I had what I needed. She asked what classes I was taking, and then she showed up with the exact books. I'll never forget that.

Ana Silva

International graduate student, Cal State University Northridge

I was a single dad going back to school. Darlene helped with my daughter's winter clothes and my tuition payment. She treats everyone like family. That's rare.

Marco Reyes

Local resident, Los Angeles

My brother and I both work and go to school. The cost of supplies adds up fast. My Brothers & Sisters & I helped with our lab fees and art materials. Without them, I would've had to drop a class. Thank you.

Keisha Brown

Community college student, Santa Clarita

I was a single dad going back to school. Darlene helped with my daughter's winter clothes and my tuition payment. She treats everyone like family. That's rare.

Carlos Mendez

Local resident & returning student