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About

The Kalamazoo Black Male Alliance is a group who work to improve the quality of life for Black men and boys in the community. The KBMA was founded by a group of likeminded professionals who wanted to create a safe space for Black men to share their experiences and discuss solutions to the challenges they face. We are committed to providing support and opportunities for Black males of all ages, so that they can reach their full potential.

 

The KBMA holds regular meetings and hosts special events throughout the year to promote education, entrepreneurship, and positive social interaction. This group also advocates for policy reform that will benefit Black males of all ages.

Our Mission

To ensure that all Black males of Kalamazoo County have access to a well-coordinated system that enhances their capacity to heal relationships that advance solutions to community, personal and professional challenges.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving network of multi-generational Black males  committed to the investment of themselves, each other, and their  community.

Our Values

Consistency

To ensure that all Black males of Kalamazoo County have access to a well-coordinated system that enhances their capacity to heal relationships that advance solutions to community, personal and professional challenges.

Authenticity

We are Black males that conduct themselves with honesty and transparency.

Collective Impact

To achieve maximum community impact, we collectively build and leverage programs and initiatives that support our individual contributions.

Heritage

We advocate for Black male connectivity to their community based on African ancestry.

Brotherhood

We consistently work for the innate greatness of ourselves as Black male for the development of our community.

Meet the Team

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Michael Harrison

Executive Director

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Trice Baston

Board Member

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Ezra 

Bell

Executive Cmte. Chair

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Tevyn Grayson

Board Member

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Montrell Baker

Board Member

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Laird 

Walker

Board Member

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Jason

Adams

Board Member

Our Supporters Make a Difference

We’re incredibly grateful to the generous supporters who make our work possible. Interested in partnering with Kalamazoo Black Male Alliance? Get in touch.

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