DuBlasé Foundation

DuBlasé Foundation Empowering students for a brighter future in S.T.E.A.M. through education.

Congratulations once again to the KIPP VOICE Academy Class of 2026. You did it!It was truly an honor to serve as this ye...
05/22/2026

Congratulations once again to the KIPP VOICE Academy Class of 2026. You did it!

It was truly an honor to serve as this year’s keynote speaker and celebrate such a major milestone alongside your families and loved ones. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning.

Special thanks to the KIPP VOICE Academy faculty and staff for the invitation and warm welcome.

Grateful for the opportunity to engage with the students and faculty of KIPP Voice Academy during their 8th Annual Caree...
05/22/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to engage with the students and faculty of KIPP Voice Academy during their 8th Annual Career Day.

More than 80 eighth-grade students explored the future of transportation through an interactive session on autonomous vehicle technology led by Javier Coba (Jacksonville Transportation Authority) and Darrell Eakins Jr. (Beep Inc. & The DuBlasé Foundation). From classroom learning to a live NAVI vehicle demonstration, students experienced innovation in a hands-on and meaningful way.

Thank you to Assistant Principal Ms. Tanisha Bell and KIPP Voice Academy for creating opportunities that inspire the next generation of thinkers, builders, and leaders.

04/20/2026

What is the Minecraft Education: New Jax City Build Challenge?

The New Jax City Build Challenge invites the next generation of thinkers and leaders to reimagine our city, from the ground up. In partnership with the City of Jacksonville, Florida - Government, Duval County Public Schools, and Minecraft Education, students are designing the future of our communities through STEM, sustainability, and innovation.

Powered by public-private partnerships and community stakeholders, this initiative goes beyond competition, creating real opportunities through scholarships, prizes, and meaningful investment in the next generation.

With a potential reach of 175,000+ students across public, private, charter, homeschool, and college communities, the journey leads to a high-energy, esports-style competition where student visions take center stage in front of judges and city leaders, for the title!

Learn more at www.dublase.org/minecraft



Where imagination meets impact!

On behalf of the DuBlasé Foundation, Duval County Public Schools, Minecraft Education, and the City of Jacksonville, Flo...
04/18/2026

On behalf of the DuBlasé Foundation, Duval County Public Schools, Minecraft Education, and the City of Jacksonville, Florida - Government, we want to thank everyone that made this event possible. Special thanks to our amazing sponsors. Special thanks to the 600+ talented students who entered this year’s completion. Congratulations to all finalist and champions:

Winners:

1. Elementary: Cougar Compost Crusaders - Loretto Elementary School
2. Middle: Landon GOATs - Landon Middle School
3. High School: Sandalwood Lady Saints - Sandalwood High School

With over $10,000 in scholarships and prizes awarded, we can’t wait to see where your ideas and talents take you next. Follow us to stay engaged on upcoming events, camps, competitions, and scholarship opportunities!

The future is built by those bold enough to create it.After an incredible showing of over 98 teams and 500+ students, we...
04/07/2026

The future is built by those bold enough to create it.

After an incredible showing of over 98 teams and 500+ students, we are proud to announce the Top 6 Finalists of the Minecraft Education Build Challenge: Mayor’s Cup.

These teams will take the stage on April 17th to compete for the title, bringing innovation, creativity, and vision to life.

2026 Finalists:
Elementary School Division (K–5th)
1. Cougar Compost Crusaders- Loretto Elementary
2. Copper Codebreakers- Loretto Elementary

Middle School Division (6th–8th)
1. MMS Waffle Fries Tacos- Mandarin Middle
2. Landon GOATs- Julia Landon College Preparatory Middle School

High School Division (9th–12th)
1. Sandalwood Lady Saints- Sandalwood High School
2. MineVision Innovators- KIPP BOLD CITY HIGH SCHOOL

04/04/2026

The DuBlasé Foundation extends our thanks to WJXT4 The Local Station / News4JAX for the opportunity to highlight the Minecraft Education Build Challenge and the impact it’s creating across the First Coast.

In partnership with the City of Jacksonville, Duval County Public Schools (DCPS), and Minecraft Education, this initiative is designed to expand access to STEAM, inspire creativity, and equip students with real-world skills that reach far beyond the classroom.

This is more than a competition, it’s a platform for exposure, innovation, and building future leaders.

We’re excited to share that finalists will be announced soon! Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the next generation of creators and changemakers.

Full interview here.

🚀 The 2026 Minecraft Education Build Challenge is LIVE!Calling all students, innovators, and creators across the First C...
03/04/2026

🚀 The 2026 Minecraft Education Build Challenge is LIVE!

Calling all students, innovators, and creators across the First Coast! It’s time to gather your teams, fire up your creativity, and start building something legendary. From STEAM brilliance to community-inspired design, we can’t wait to see what you create.

🛠️ Submission Deadline: March 27, 2026
🏆 Final Showcase: April 17 at WJCT Soundstage

Let’s build the future together, one block at a time. Visit jacksonville.gov/minecraft to enter.
Presented by the DuBlasé Foundation, the City of Jacksonville, DCPS and Minecraft Eduction, where innovation meets opportunity. ✨

🚀 The 2026 Minecraft Education Build Challenge is officially LIVE!Calling all students, innovators, and creators across ...
02/19/2026

🚀 The 2026 Minecraft Education Build Challenge is officially LIVE!

Calling all students, innovators, and creators across the First Coast! It’s time to gather your teams, fire up your creativity, and start building something legendary. From STEAM brilliance to community-inspired design, we can’t wait to see what you create.

🛠️ Submission Deadline: March 20, 2026
🏆 Final Showcase: April 17 at WJCT Soundstage

Let’s build the future together, one block at a time. Visit jacksonville.gov/minecraft to enter.

Presented by the DuBlasé Foundation, the City of Jacksonville, DCPS and Minecraft Eduction, where innovation meets opportunity. ✨

We had the pleasure of being a speaker at the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board – University of North Florida ...
02/14/2026

We had the pleasure of being a speaker at the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board – University of North Florida Environmental Symposium. This year’s theme was Our Common Ground: Finding Balance and Empowering Communities.

Our session was titled Creative Engagement: Public-Private Partnerships for Environmental Education and Action. We explored how the DuBlasé Foundation leverages public-private partnerships to engage the community and youth through our Minecraft Education Build Challenge initiative, an annual event that strengthens sustainability education and community action. Special thanks to JEPB for the invite.

It’s Giving Tuesday! Join our cause in empowering students for a brighter future in science, technology, engineering, ar...
12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday! Join our cause in empowering students for a brighter future in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math through education and advocacy. By supporting the brilliant minds of today, together we will continue steering towards a more promising, inclusive tomorrow!

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