Our Purpose

At Bumping Stories, our purpose is to kindle the spirit and imagination of young, inner-city children through the power of storytelling. Our stories are the beats to their daily lives, reflecting the vibrant pulse of the R&B and hip-hop culture they live and love.

Our Vision

Bumping Stories envisions a world where every child finds a hero they can relate to in the pages of a book. Led by Denisa Foster, we're on a mission to infuse the authentic sounds and colors of urban life into stories that celebrate the resilience and dreams of children.

Our Core Values

Our core values resonate with the very heart of our community: authenticity, resilience, and vibrancy. We believe in the power of representation, the strength of our cultural roots, and the enduring impact of education through relatable tales.

Personal Statement

Denisa Foster is not just the founder of Bumping Stories but also its soul. A dedicated educator and an author, her life's work is woven into the very fabric of Bumping Stories. Her writing, inspired by the belief in the transformative power of the written word, dances to the beat of her childhood experiences and the wisdom imparted by her mother.