EDUCATION • JUSTICE • SUSTAINABILITY
A Legacy of Hard Work and Generosity
A proud alumnus of Miami Senior High ('76) and the University of Miami, Raymond Bravo dedicated his life to serving his community through a distinguished career with the Miami-Dade County IT Department. Known for his 'scrappy' spirit on the football field and his dedication during hurricanes season, Raymond believed in paying it forward. Established in his memory, this Foundation ensures his generous spirit continues to guide Miami’s youth.
The Raymond Bravo Foundation
Some of the Projects We Support
Academic Scholarships.
In partnership with the Coral Gables Community Foundation and the Miami Foundation, where our organization has established Raymond Bravo Funds dedicated to this purpose, we are proud to have provided scholarship funds to numerous students graduating from local public high schools.
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Recipients include students graduating from Miami Senior High School, Coral Gables Senior High School, Miami Jackson Senior High School, and John A. Ferguson Senior High School, and several others. Scholarships are awarded based largely on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and financial need. The scholarship amounts may vary from year to year, but we are committed to providing recipients with awards of $3,500. For more information, it is best to visit us at the Coral Gables Community Foundation (where applications can be found), the Miami Foundation websites, or you may contact us directly.
Supporting Legal Services to the Indigent.
In conjunction with the Coral Gables Community Foundation and the Miami Foundation, where our organization has established Raymond Bravo Funds dedicated to this purpose, we have been able to provide funds to various non-profit organizations providing legal services and support to persons facing dire immigration circumstances or those swept into the criminal justice system.
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Environmental Protection.
In partnership with our friends at the Coral Gables Community Foundation and the Miami Foundation, where Raymond Bravo Funds have been established, we are proud to have supported the work of non-profit organizations advocating for the protection and preservation of our precious natural resources.
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Mental Health and Human Rights Initiatives
With our friends at the Coral Gables Community Foundation and the Miami Foundation, where Raymond Bravo Funds have been established, we have proudly supported non-profit organizations working to promote mental health initiatives in our community and to ensure that all persons are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve as members of the human family.
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Our Daily Impact
Together with Joaquín, Carla, and our team, Raymond’s dream translates into real community action. Follow our day-to-day journey in Miami as we work on the ground to create real opportunities and drive meaningful change.