About

We are committed to supporting Blavin Scholars by helping them:

• Navigate the U-M experience and maximize campus resources
• Build a strong support network within the program and the larger campus community
• Grow academic, professional, and life skills through targeted coaching and education
• Secure a path to graduation and transition smoothly into a successful career

In 2006, Paul and Amy Blavin endowed a University of Michigan scholarship to support U-M students who have experienced time in foster care in the state of Michigan. Their interest began when Paul read the book A Child Called ‘It’ by Dave Pelzer, which chronicles a childhood of abuse. After learning more about the outcomes of youth who have experienced time in foster care, Paul and Amy committed themselves to supporting the postsecondary education of these students.

Paul credits U-M for changing his life as a student, and he and Amy are dedicated to offering the same opportunity to University of Michigan students who may not have the financial resources to reach their dreams, but who have the drive and ambition to do so, regardless of the hurdles they face.

As a result of their efforts, the Blavins have directly impacted the lives of the Blavin scholars—offering them opportunities and support for a successful academic career at the University of Michigan and beyond. Paul and Amy Blavin are active in the Blavin Scholars program, visiting campus and interacting with the scholars several times a year.

Whether it be their annual visit for a fall football game or the Blavin Scholars graduation celebration, the Blavin Scholars program can always count on Paul and Amy Blavin to join the festivities and support the Blavin scholars!

Paul Blavin (BBA ’86) is the retired CEO and co-founder of Blavin & Company​​, an international investment firm. A former supporter of The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation, he continues his advocacy today by serving on the Board of Directors for both Helping Young People Excel (HYPE LA) and the Anti-Recidivism Coalition.