Bluebird Foundation, Inc

Bluebird Foundation, Inc What began as a heartfelt tribute has grown into a significant regional resource for aspiring artists. Among its offerings is the prestigious Audrey A.

To be an advocate for area youth in the performing arts and to create awareness of the power of the arts to enhance self esteem, to increase understanding of others, and to improve academic performance. Bluebird Foundation Continues Its Mission to Support Young Performers in the Northland

In and around Duluth, MN, one local nonprofit has quietly become a driving force behind the artistic dreams o

f many high school students. The Bluebird Foundation, Inc., founded in honor of the late Audrey Lundeen and inspired by her love of the “Bluebird of Happiness,” continues to expand its impact on young performers across the region. Created by longtime community advocate Tracy Lundeen, the foundation focuses on supporting area students in grades 9–12 who are passionate about the performing arts — including music, dance, theater, and even culinary arts. Today, the Bluebird Foundation has awarded nearly $70,000 in scholarships and grants to local youth. Lundeen Scholarship, presented annually to a graduating senior who plans to pursue advanced training or education in the arts. In addition to the flagship scholarship, the foundation distributes multiple $500 grants each year to help students access lessons, equipment, travel, and other opportunities that allow them to grow in their chosen disciplines. The organization’s reach goes beyond financial support. Bluebird’s events — including the popular Christmas by the Lake concert and awards presentation — provides students with opportunities to showcase their talents while connecting the region’s arts community. These gatherings have become important celebrations of youth creativity throughout the Twin Ports and surrounding area. By giving young performers the confidence, recognition, and resources they need, the Bluebird Foundation continues to play a vital role in nurturing the next generation of artists in and around Duluth. Its mission remains simple but powerful: to ensure that every young person with artistic passion has the chance to pursue it. www.bluebirdfoundation.org

At Mr D’s listening to some great young talent. Kudos to Luke Perry for putting it all together.
03/15/2026

At Mr D’s listening to some great young talent. Kudos to Luke Perry for putting it all together.

Good morning, Just a reminder that we are currently accepting music submissions for Christmas by lake 2026! (I know, we ...
03/10/2026

Good morning, Just a reminder that we are currently accepting music submissions for Christmas by lake 2026! (I know, we said Christmas!) We are really hoping for some more school submissions this year as kids are the age demographic we offer our grants and scholarships to! Questions? [email protected]

Today we honor the woman who gave us the Bluebird so many years ago. The Bluebird Foundation exists as a tribute to her....
03/09/2026

Today we honor the woman who gave us the Bluebird so many years ago. The Bluebird Foundation exists as a tribute to her.
Today would have been Audrey Lundeen's 99 birthday!

Thank you for being an inspiration for us to give so many kids in the performing arts a little financial boost and hopefully to help them find their "Bluebird of Happiness."

We started the foundation after you passed but I have a hunch you know exactly what we are doing and are cheering us on every day!

Tracy Lundeen, President
The Bluebird Foundation

Attention school music programs! Consider recording and submitting a song for next falls Christmas by the Lake Album. Qu...
02/27/2026

Attention school music programs! Consider recording and submitting a song for next falls Christmas by the Lake Album. Questions? [email protected] or send us a message here. We would LOVE more participation from our students!
THANK YOU.

12/27/2025

$6001 raised this morning from the talk of the town radio show auction for the bluebird foundation 

This morning on KDAL!
12/27/2025

This morning on KDAL!

12/26/2025

Thank you everyone for your support of this years Christmas by the Lake Album project, whether it be through purchasing a CD or downloading the album on-line!

This years sales were the best we've had post COVID. You can still pick up a copy of the CD (just a few are left) at Schmitt Music Duluth today in the Miller Hill Mall or you can download a copy right now at bluebirdfoundation.org right now.
Goin Postal has a few left when they reopen on Monday!

Thanks for your support!

Last chance to purchase a copy of this years Christmas by the Lake CD! Very few left at Schmitt Music Duluth and Goin Po...
12/23/2025

Last chance to purchase a copy of this years Christmas by the Lake CD! Very few left at Schmitt Music Duluth and Goin Postal on Tower Avenue in Superior!

ALSO download now so you can enjoy the holiday music and support our local and regional kids in the performing arts! www.bluebirdfoundation.org

Thanks for enjoying our music this holiday season. Christmas by the Lake 2025 CD sales are the best they've been in year...
12/14/2025

Thanks for enjoying our music this holiday season. Christmas by the Lake 2025 CD sales are the best they've been in years and with the Digital Download now available you can enjoy the music immediately AND support the Bluebird Foundation, Inc!

All proceeds go to support high school age kids in the performing arts.

Order now for shipping anywhere in the world or instant downloading at:

Seventeen Holiday Songs by Local & Regional Artists. All proceeds from sales of Christmas By the Lake benefit the Bluebird Foundation, a 501(c)3 Non-Profit organization providing grants and scholarships for High School age kids in the performing arts throughout the region. Thank you to the many tale...

07/16/2025

CHRISTMAS BY THE LAKE - Last Chance

It's hard to believe but with the project being on vinyl we have to move very early and, of course, we are limited to how many songs we can put on the album.

We've already had a number of submissions for the album so we want to get this out to as many people as possible now before it is too late.

Here are a few parameters for submissions:

-All submissions must be received no later than August 1st. We'll let you know if we fill up before then or PLEASE let us know well in advance if you plan to submit.
-Recordings must be 3 minutes or less, of studio quality, at least wav file or higher and16 bit minimum-full spectrum. (no iphone/smart phone recordings)

We are really looking forward to a great collection of music and great audio quality this year!

Questions? Email me, [email protected]. Thanks for your support over the years!

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Post Office Box 161664
Duluth, MN
55816

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