ABOUT BTO
Inspiring the next generation to beat the odds
Mission Statement
The Ray Davis Foundation: Beat the Odds is dedicated to empowering foster youth and underserved communities by providing resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help them overcome adversity and achieve their dreams. Inspired by Ray Davis' own journey from the foster care system to professional football, our mission is to instill resilience, promote education, and create pathways for success in sports, academics, and life. Through advocacy, outreach and support programs, we aim to inspire the next generation to defy the odds and turn challenges into triumphs.
Meet The Board
Director
Ray
Davis
Ray Davis is an NFL running back for the Buffalo Bills, known for his record-setting college career and inspiring journey from foster care to the league. Read more ➝
President
Jacynta
Jordan
With over 20 years of experience in youth development and community empowerment, Jacynta serves as President of BTO. A Psychology graduate from San Francisco State University, she spent over 17 years with the YMCA of San Francisco in leadership roles focused on academics, mentorship and youth and family engagement.
She is also the co-founder of a nonprofit in San Francisco that offers free braiding services to foster youth, a personal expression of dignity and care for young people navigating difficult circumstances. As a proud bonus mom to Ray Davis, Jacynta leads with compassion, strength, and a deep commitment to equity and opportunity that has helped shaped his journey from the foster care system to professional football.
Vice President
Treasurer
Mike
Gutillo
Mike Gutillo is currently a Senior Advisor with Bain and Company, where he focuses on strategic consulting in the finance area. Prior to working with Bain, Mike had a long career with General Electric Company as a Senior Counsel and Finance Manager. Mike has an M.B.A. from the University of Buffalo and a J.D. from Ohio State University. In addition to Mike’s board position, he will serve as BTO’s Treasurer.
Mike’s passion for BTO’s mission stems from experiencing first-hand the significant benefits of education, sports, and support programs when growing up in economically challenging circumstances. He is committed to maximizing the impact of BTO's efforts to help foster youth and underserved communities beat the odds.
Board Member