About Us
Futures Unwalled is headquartered in Southern California.
Futures Unwalled is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 33-3048229. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Empowering families facing educational barriers
Our vision
A future without walls: where families have the tools, resources, and support to help children thrive
Our Mission
Futures Unwalled removes barriers to learning by equipping families with knowledge, tools, and support to unlock every child’s potential
We improve families’ wellbeing by providing free peer support & advocacy.
We link clients to resources, help with evaluation requests, attend meetings, build collaboration, assist with planning revisions, give ongoing support, and guidance.
Meet our executive team
Ashley Mehr
Executive Director
& Board President
Ashley is neurodivergent with ADHD and her three children have ADHD. Her five year old daughter has autism. Ashley founded Futures Unwalled to help families experiencing barriers to help them focus on what matters most - their family. Ashley is a member of Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA). She co-established the founding board of Futures Unwalled
Erin Jimenez
Chief Strategy Officer
& Board Secretary
Erin has been a dedicated special education advocate and parent coach for almost a decade. She grew up in rural California. She understands the ins and outs of overcoming barriers to education and co-established the founding board of Futures Unwalled to make a difference.
Nichole Gideon
Chief Development Officer
& Board Treasurer
Nichole loves spending time with her family and helping others. She has a passion to give back to her community and lift others up. She co-established the founding board of Futures Unwalled with Erin and Ashley.
Services
Support & Confidence
What we cover
We will cover aspects of IEPs, 504, and more.
If there is a barrier your child is facing to access their education, we would love to help.
We look forward to connecting with you and helping you.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
“Thank you Futures Unwalled! It is better not being alone at the IEP meeting.”
We can be there to help walk through the steps to help your child.
Please connect with us to get started.