Building Bright Futures, One King at a Time Greetings Community, As the school year begins, I’m reminded of the power of fresh starts. For our Kings, Queens, and non-Binary  Royalty

By Adrian Henderson On Saturday, August 16th, in the heart of East Oakland, something truly special was brewing, and believe me, y’all, it wasn’t coffee. It was a morning brimming

By Kahlil Chatmon An amazing group of seven TFI Kingmakers—including TFI staff, alumni, and community mentors—recently had an unforgettable experience at the San Francisco 49ers’ practice facility in Santa Clara.

Thank You Gilead Foundation! We at Kingmakers of Oakland are deeply grateful to the Gilead Foundation and its Creating Possible Fund for featuring our “Crowns Curriculum” and highlighting the impact

Rooted in Joy: Kingmakers and Oakland Roots Unite at the Coliseum with the National Anthem and Halftime Show! By Leah Dobson On August 9, Kingmakers of Oakland had the privilege

 KOOLabs Academy Is Back! Creative Training for Black Male Youth in West Oakland We’re excited to announce that KOOLabs Academy is back for the 2025 season! From September 8th to