HISTORY I grew up in a small town in Northern California, Mendocino. I was a very awkward child who stuttered. During my sophomore year of high school, my English teacher, Mrs. Lemos kept me after school and had me read Shakespeare while holding my tongue. By the end of the year I no longer stuttered. My history teacher, Mr. Meuske coerced me into participating on the speech team. He knew how much it would help my self-esteem, which was badly bruised. Mr. Davidson, my music teacher encouraged me to play in the marching band, the orchestra and sing in the chorus. I often wonder what would have become of me if I had not been as fortunate as to have these amazing teachers in my life. If you have ever had someone in your life who has made a difference, you know how important this is. Everyone knows that our future is determined by our children. Have you ever met a child that deserves to live on the street? Did you ever see a child and thought that all they can expect in life is to live among drugs, crime and poverty? In 2000 I was exposed to Profound Learning in Canada and was inspired by their innovate educational programs. From that point on it seemed like every where I went I was exposed to various forms of children's educational programs, communities for underprivileged children and many inspiring projects that have made a profound difference in our world. It occurred to me that until we can honestly say that all is right in this world we live in, there are never enough programs. Thus, the birth of the concept of UBU.