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How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.

Anne Frank

The BRAINATION Foundation supports the mission and vision of BRAINATION, Inc. including Inspire Academies, its staff and students, and the educational needs of its youth. It provides funding for grants, scholarships, curricular and teacher support, training, and innovative programs.

Playground for Legacy Ranch Foster Children

The BRAINATION Foundation could use your help. Our project aims to construct an inviting and functional outdoor space for foster care children from kindergarten to 12th grade. This space will serve as a critical resource for promoting physical health, social interaction, and emotional well-being among foster children.

Monies raised will support the construction of the following:

🏀 Half-court Basketball Court: This is a space where children can engage in physical activity, teamwork, and the development of essential life skills.

🤸 Gaga Pit and Walking Trail: Areas for children to belong, expend energy, and enjoy the air.

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Active Scholarships

Dr. Forrest M. “Frosty” Smith, Jr. Scholarship/Fellowship Program
Provides college and trades school scholarships for deserving residential students.

Rev. Olin J. Tunnell Scholarship
Provides scholarships for Anne Frank Inspire Academy students.

Support our general foundation fund:

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BRAINATION Foundation Board

Established in 2011

The governing board’s members freely dedicate their time and energy to serving our nonprofit and school community. Our board members know that the students always come first; they make every decision with only the best interests of the students in mind. Please learn more about our members below.

Otis "Scotty" Scott, Jr.

President

Biography
Shelley McCulloch

Treasurer

Biography
Josephine Hurtado

Secretary

Biography
Chris Costley

Member

Biography
Justin Johnston

Member

Biography
Ken Whitt, Ph.D.

Member

Biography

Inspire Awards

The Inspire Awards is the BRAINATION Foundation’s signature event dedicated to honoring community leaders who have improved lives and demonstrated the power and goodness of the human spirit. Recipients are nominated and selected based on their contributions to one of the following categories: Community Leadership, Visionary Leadership, Educational Achievement, and Lifetime Achievement.

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About Otis Scott, Jr.

Otis L. Scott, Jr. recently joined the board in 2019 where he serves as board president. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 24 years. His performance and achievements resulted in his selection as the Senior Enlisted Advisor (SEA) and Command Chief for the Air Force District of Washington serving over 30,000 individuals worldwide. He holds a bachelor of science degree in management from National Louis University and earned a dual master of arts degree in human resource development and management from Webster University. He has lectured at a variety of military institutions and agencies, institutes of higher learning, and professional organizations. Scott has championed causes to develop financial support for college-bound students. He has provided career counseling to over 2,500 students. His leadership roles in the community include president of the San Antonio Advisory Board of the Texas Diversity Council, president of the 10th Security Police Association, president of SAHRMA, and board of directors for City Year. He retired at the end of 2019 from University of San Antonio as the assistant director of career services, employer relations.

About Shelley McCulloch

Shelley joined the board in 2021. She is a CPA, a certified internal auditor, and a chartered global management accountant, among other certifications. Currently, she is a high-performance results coach, a financial consultant, and a financial coach. Shelley also is a trainer of advanced integrative psychology. She graduated from Texas Lutheran University with a bachelor of arts in business administration with a concentration in accounting. Her volunteer experience through the San Antonio CPA Society is extensive. She served in multiple roles to include chair of the financial literacy committee, program coordinator/lead instructor for SAMMinistries money management courses, and public speaker. Shelly’s volunteerism also extended to being a financial coach for Solutions That Equip People for Success (STEPS) program. She is working on publishing a book.

About Josephine Hurtado

Josephine joined the board in 2022 after a 30-year career in engineering and construction management. Her work history includes extensive experience in estimate development, project operations, and talent management for power generation and industrial projects in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Colombia. She started as a project construction representative and subsequently served in various corporate executive positions as vice-president. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor of science in civil engineering and a master of science in engineering. Her past leadership roles in the community include member of the executive committee of the World Affairs Council, the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and board member of the San Antonio Council on Drug and Alcohol Awareness. She currently supports the implementation of the Chamber’s Leadership Programs and, as a STEM education advocate, works with academic institutions to grow and enhance their programs.

About Chris Costley

Chris Costley is a finance professional with over 15 years of experience. He is currently the Finance Controller with Microsoft and covers the Western Region of North America and portions of Latin America. He has spent his career delivering financial support to local leaders at various data centers within the region. Chris has worked with several large local companies, including Rackspace, Clear Channel, and KCI, in different capacities supporting sales, marketing, R&D, strategic initiatives, and corporate financial planning. Additionally, Chris has consulted government agencies, small businesses, and startups regarding their finances and strategies.

Chris holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from UTSA and an MBA from St. Mary’s University.

A native of San Antonio, Chris enjoys the outdoors, sports, music, and giving back to the community.

About Justin Johnston

Justin Johnston holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and is currently completing his doctorate at the University of Houston. Mr. Johnston has 12 years of experience as a campus administrator for several ISD campuses, four years as Head of Schools at Anne Frank Inspire Academy, two years as Assistant Superintendent, and is completing his first year as Superintendent. He enjoys spending time with his wife of 19 years, Jessica, and their son, Rhett, an AFIA student.

About Ken Whitt, Ph.D.

Dr. Whitt has served as superintendent of Inspire Academies since June of 2020, joining the district as deputy superintendent in 2018. He attended the University of Houston and received a BA in biology with teaching certifications in biology and psychology. Dr. Whitt also completed two graduate degrees: an MS in environmental science and an MS in educational management with principal certification from the University of Houston. In 2009, he completed his doctorate in educational administration and superintendent certification at Texas A&M; University College Station. His 24-year career path followed a traditional advancement track, having started as a middle school teacher and high school teacher and then moving forward in advancing campus and district leadership roles in traditional public school settings until reaching the level of superintendent. He is also a published author. His dissertation research, Understanding Superintendent Self-Efficacy Influences on Instructional Leadership and Student Achievement was published in the Journal of School Leadership.

Dr. Whitt has received awards from Texas A&M; University (outstanding service and academic achievement) and the American Association of School Administrators (Finis Engleman Award). With two daughters/two sons-in-law and two granddaughters, one of whom attends AFIA in San Antonio, he spends his time split between San Antonio and his family’s ranch south of Houston.