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Racial Justice and Social Equity

Robin Tarr

Asian Pacific Heritage Month: 2011 Honoree

KPBS celebrates cultural diversity in partnership with Union Bank by honoring Robin Tarr during Asian Pacific American Heritage Month 2011.

Robin Tarr is founder of the Jonathan Tarr Foundation, education-based nonprofit that provides scholarships to a diverse population of underserved boys and girls. The Jonathan Tarr Foundation was established in memory of her son Jonathan who died in a tragic car accident at 17. Ms. Tarr has drawn strength from her children and her Chinese-Hawaiian heritage to help handle adversity and changes in her personal life. She has received numerous awards, including the Hometown Hero Award, Making a Difference for Women Award and His Excellency Award from Fidel V. Ramos, former President of the Philippines.

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