THE PEOPLE BEHIND BLAKE’S BOX
Our Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of Blake’s Box Project is made up of individuals who were personally connected to Blake’s life and who share a commitment to honoring his legacy through compassion, encouragement, and service to grieving families.
Together, our board helps guide the organization with integrity, kindness, and a shared mission of bringing hope and comfort to others during difficult times.
BOARD MEMBERS
SCOTT BARCLAY
Founder & Board Member
Blake’s father, Scott, helped establish Blake’s Box Project to create a lasting legacy of compassion, encouragement, and support for grieving families. Through personal loss, he hopes to help others feel seen, supported, and not alone during some of life’s hardest moments.
HALYE CUNNINGHAM
Board Member
Mrs. Cunningham is a longtime family friend and was one of Blake’s favorite elementary school teachers. Her compassion, encouragement, and dedication to young people made a lasting impact on Blake’s life. She now helps continue his legacy through service, outreach, and support for families experiencing loss.
KIT KRAUS
Board Member
Mr. Kraus is a family friend and was one of Blake’s favorite high school teachers as well as his UIL academic sponsor. He played an important role in encouraging Blake’s academic creativity, leadership, and love of learning. Through Blake’s Box Project, he helps honor Blake’s memory by supporting families with compassion and care.
CLIFTON ELLIS
Board Member
Clifton Ellis was one of Blake’s first-year architecture professors at Texas Tech University and became an important mentor to him. Following Blake’s passing, Professor Ellis graciously wrote an unsolicited letter describing Blake as a talented student, a kind friend to others, and a valued member of the architecture community. His support and encouragement meant a great deal to Blake and to our family.
WILLIAM COLE
Board Member
William Cole was one of Blake’s close high school friends and is currently attending Texas Tech University Law School. Their friendship was built on loyalty, shared experiences, and mutual encouragement. William’s continued support of the Blake’s Box Project reflects the lasting impact Blake had on those around him.
OUR MISSION
As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Blake’s Box Project is committed to providing comfort, compassion, and hope to families navigating the loss of a child while honoring the life and legacy of Blake Barclay.