I'm A King!

We believe in a world where all Black boys and men are seen as and see themselves as brilliant, beautiful, and possessing innate greatness as Kings. We believe in a world where society’s systems, structures, conditions and culture enable all of us to reach our full potential.

We reimagine systems of education, culture, and wellness while driving narrative change that celebrates Black people and culture and improving educational and life outcomes for Black boys from Pre-K to PhD.

Programs

TFI
The Fellowship Initiative: Oakland, Applications open now!
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KMA
KOO Media Academy Registration open now!
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Open Mic
In the heart of downtown Oakland Kingmakers orchestrated a vibrant spectacle, hosting their second youth-led Open Mic at the Oakstop community workspace.
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Stories

Educator of the Month
Jay Cox
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King of the Month
Eromose Itua
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Spring Symposium
The Spring Symposium 2024 concluded with a flourish on its final Saturday, marking an inspirational climax with Dr. Shawn Ginwright’s keynote on the nurturing aspect of self-care.
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Black Love is Liberation
April was a month of profound reflection and invigoration. It began with a transformative visit to the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, Alabama.
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Oakland Griots
The Griots of Oakland Experience and soft book launch, in collaboration with publisher Story for All, heralded the dawn of a new era in narrative liberation and cultural resurgence.
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Press

Talk of the Town
Our work was recently highlighted on KTVU's 'Talk of the Town' news show.
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CBS BAY AREA
Kingmakers CEO Chris Chatmon receives Jefferson Award for community impact
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Hiero Day
We partnered with the legendary Hieroglyphics collective to produce the 2023 Hiero Day Festival
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Reports

Impact
A Columbia University report listed us as a leader in Educational Equity based on the impact we have made in the field.
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Annual Report
We are pleased to share with you our 2022 Annual Report
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We activate strategies across six SYSTEM CHANGE DRIVERS to create a thriving ecosystem for Black boys.

THIS IS ANCESTRAL WORK!

Changing systems takes Multi-Racial, intergenerational, and Cross-Sectional collaboration between educators, students, family members, government officials, and community leaders.

We serve youth, families, educators, schools, districts, and community organizations
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