About BLCI 
- WHO DO WE SERVE?
The first-generation, college-bound of San Diego! We work primarily with local Latino students who will be the first in their families to go college.
WHAT DO WE DO?
Prepare kids for a college through FREE academic enrichment, skill building, tutor, mentor, and college exploration and application services designed specifically for our bilingual, bicultural students and their families.
HOW DO WE DO IT?
Dreams start early – so do we! Our programs begin in 3rd grade, allowing us to work closely with each student and family through elementary, middle, and high school, graduation, and college enrollment.
WHEN DO WE DO IT?
After school! Our programs run from 3:00 – 8:00, Monday through Thursday.
WHERE DO WE DO IT?
Right in the community – most of our families are from Barrio Logan, Logan Heights, and Sherman Heights, neighborhoods near downtown San Diego.
WHY DO WE DO IT?
BLCI makes the difference! Our students have the will, passion, and talent to go to college – we provide the training, guidance, and support they need to realize their dreams.
BLCI is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, community-based organization.
Your generosity ensures our success. Thank you for your support.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Through after-school programs that begin in third grade, Barrio Logan College Institute promotes the pursuit of higher education for students who are traditionally underrepresented in college.
OUR 5 CORE VALUES
PASSION: Our kids come first. We are committed to our students’ education, their families, and their future.
RESPECT: We maintain an atmosphere of equality that allows all involved at BLCI to contribute to its success.
INTEGRITY: We make good on our promise to the students, families, and supporters of BLCI community.
DIVERSITY: We celebrate the many beliefs, backgrounds, and gifts each of us brings to BLCI: together, we provide students with the best opportunities for success.
EXCELLENCE: We challenge ourselves to maintain programs, relationships, and management systems of the highest quality.
OUR 5 PROGRAM GOALS
Develop the sense of pride, worth, and self-esteem students need to be successful
Support parents’ involvement in their children’s education
Motivate students to excel academically and give back to their communities
Educate families about how to gain access to college
100% college enrollment among our students