Why Batman?

While the most recognizable version of Batman is a man known as Bruce Wayne, our founder maintains his claim to the Batman persona. It is clear that he and Bruce Wayne have several key physical and financial differences.

Our founder believes that the Batman character, is an examination of some one coping with an early childhood trauma. For that reason, the "superhero complex" to "save" everyone, the recognition of the value of mentorship, teamwork and strategy, are what makes someone "Batman".

Dedication to the mission and living what's been described as a stoic way of life are defining factors of Batman. In the comics, many have worn the cowl. Batman is a mantle more than an individual. Thousands of writers have shared stories of what Batman would do in various situations.

Our founder, is writing his story.

A Batman Story...

In a world plagued by fear, in a city haunted by neglect, a dark knight rose....

Born and raised in Albany, New York, Paul

committed to helping others after the death of his father when he was 3. He helped care for his blind mother as they forged a path together. As Paul grew, programs such as the Big Brother Big Sister program and mentors such as Jim Snyder helped him develop. It was there he learned the importance of caring for others, and just how impactful a community can be on a child.

Albany’s Batman was born.

After graduating from Albany High and studying locally, Batman joined with others to launch the non profit "Tru Heart Inc" and community group, "PULSE". He worked at a local homeless shelter and began to plan. He served our great city as Director of the summer youth employment program, offering income opportunities to local young people and families. Now, Batman is the Executive Director of The RED Bookshelf, where their team of superheroes inspires young readers.

Batman continues to bring others into this league to work with our youth and save the city. This, league, of concerned individuals became the blueprint for his work moving forward. In addition to his day job, Batman is on the board for the Albany Fund For Education, serves as Vice President of Tru Heart, is on the alumni board of the Sponsor a Scholar program, is Co-founder of PULSE, is on the steering committee of the Community Leadership Team for the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program, the Secretary of the Community Police Review board, the co owner of a small business venture and more.

Despite his humble beginnings, Paul lives by the motto "what I do defines me", and is an example to others that where you begin is not where you have to end in life. The most important question in life is "how do we move forward". Paul does his best to be the change he wants to be and lead by example. We can all sleep peacefully knowing our Dark Knights are behind us.

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