Kingmakers of Oakland
Education Administration ProgramsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Kingmakers of Oakland is a non-profit organization focused on improving educational and life outcomes for Black boys within public schools. Originating from the Oakland Unified School District’s Office of American Male Achievement, the group now collaborates with school districts across the United States to foster healthier, affirming learning environments through professional development, narrative change resources, and curriculum support. Its work targets districts seeking to address belonging, achievement, and broader systemic factors that influence Black male students’ experiences in schools. Based in Oakland, California, the organization operates within the education administration sector and engages with diverse districts to implement structured, district-level change. In addition to ongoing programs, the organization has recently launched a media services initiative, expanding its offerings beyond traditional programmatic work to support broader communications and outreach efforts.