Roxanne Hermanstyne-Johnson, a native of Guyana, is the founder and CEO of Blueprint Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to breaking medical and educational barriers.

“This November marked six years since our founding, and I am proud of the meaningful work we continue to deliver in Guyana and beyond,” she said, adding that this year has been one of growth, resilience, and innovation.

Hermanstyne-Johnson recently relocated to South Korea from Hawaii with her husband. Despite this, the Foundation’s mission has remained steadfast.

Expressing her thanks to the team, Hermanstyne-Johnson stated, “I am deeply grateful to our board members and volunteers: Adrian Hamilton, Camille Hermanstyne, Winston Hermanstyne, Timothy Johnson, Clyde Skeete, Tyneesha Owens, Nedrie Wharton, Allison Hermanstyne, Andrea Petrovanie Green, Keneisa Best. Their dedication and hard work make our yearly missions possible.”

The organization’s most significant accomplishments this year include its annual Back-to-School Drive, providing essential supplies to hundreds of children. “This initiative aims to equip students with the tools they need for academic success and to lessen the financial burden on families in rural communities,” she added.

The organization’s Second Annual East Coast 5K and Wellness Fair was held in Victoria Village, Guyana, with over 130 participants—double the turnout from last year.

Recapping this event, Hermanstyne-Johnson explained, “The day was filled with activities promoting physical and mental well-being, including yoga, health screenings, fitness challenges, and a vibrant, fun day for families. It was inspiring to see the community come together to prioritize wellness.”

The organization also donated 62 medals to the Summer Learning Program at Victoria Primary School, curated by Miss Tess Webb. “This free program engaged children in academics, arts, and crafts enrichment. In addition, we sponsored snacks to ensure the students stayed nourished and focused during their activities,” she stated.

In addition, this year marked the organization’s first collaboration with Dr. Pat Morgan, a pediatrician and author of “The Doctor Says: “Let’s Talk About Body Safety.” Together, the team donated 20 copies of this impactful book to Mrs. Jonell Waldron’s Library at St. Gabriel’s Primary School in Queenstown Village in Guyana, fostering young readers’ body safety education.

Additionally, the organization has officially been listed on GuideStar and Charity Navigator. According to Hermanstyne-Johnson, this milestone enhances its transparency and credibility as a nonprofit organization.

This achievement opens doors to new partnerships and funding opportunities.

Hermanstyne-Johnson has many things to look forward to in the new year. Her story has been selected to be included in the “Women’s History Magazine 2025,” which will be released in late January. She said this recognition further fuels her commitment to making a difference.

As the organization looks ahead to 2025, we are excited to announce several significant projects.

Although the organization could not host its Medical Mission Trip this year, our 2025 Medical and Educational Outreach plans are already underway.

This initiative, scheduled for October-November 2025, will extend critical healthcare and educational resources to underserved areas. Together, we can continue to break barriers and ensure that access to healthcare and education knows no borders,” Hermanstyne-Johnson continued. 

To stay updated on the Foundation’s upcoming work, interested parties can visit its website and sign up for our newsletter here: http://www.blueprintfoundationinc.com.