My Brother's Keeper Alliance

A Black man with a deep skin tone smiles as he points off camera. He has black locs with brown tips. He is wearing green beanie and gold headphones. Three young men with light to deep skin tones smile in the background.

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We feel a deep responsibility to lift up the voices of our young men and the caring organizations and supporters who work tirelessly to help them achieve their dreams and reach their greatest potential. These are their stories.

A Black boy with a deep skin tone wears a sweatshirt and holds onto the rim of a basketball net, looking upward. The sky behind is a deep blue.
  • MBK Alliance
  • Youth
Freedom Summer 2023
Check out the Freedom Summer 2023 grant recipients!
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A group of young men are standing on the exterior of a boat on Lake Michigan overlooking the Chicago skyline. The photo is daytime. The young men are leaning on the railing of the boat's exterior looking at the water.
  • MBK Alliance
  • Youth
Freedom Summer 2022
Creating Safe and Engaging Spaces for Youth
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A picture of a teenage boy smiling. He has a dark skin tone and is wearing a light blue durag. On top he is wearing a dark blue hoodie with the initials SSJC and a patch on the right arm. He is standing outside and behind him is a wall with a mural on it.
  • MBK Alliance
  • Youth
Mbka: Eight years of impact
The My Brother’s Keeper Alliance began as a call to action for the nation to address the persistent opportunity gaps boys and young men of color face and to ensure all young people can reach their full potential.
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Two men are standing in an auditorium. One of the men is helping the other fix his tie. The first man who is helping fix the tie has a light deep skin tone and is wearing glasses, a yellow beanie hat, and a dark sweater. The second man, who is getting his tie fixed, is younger, has a dark deep skin complexion, short twisted dred locks, and a goatie. He is wearing a grey sweater, has a gray backpack on his back, and is looking down at the tie as it is being tied.
  • MBK Alliance
  • Health & Wellbeing
Six reflections on Black mental health and self-care
Here at the My Brother’s Keeper Alliance, we support communities of color across the United States and Puerto Rico that are taking action to create systemic solutions to the most pressing issues facing boys and young men of color.
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  • The Museum

    The Obama Presidential Center Museum is a world-class landmark that tells the story of our democracy through the lens of America’s first Black president and First Lady. Dynamic exhibits across four floors will highlight the events, policies, challenges, and accomplishments of the Obama presidency. The Museum is comprised of four levels of exhibitions and the Sky Room, a 5,000 square foot space that offers soul-stirring perspective and panoramic views of Chicago. Entry to the Museum is by time-ticket or event participation. Monday | 1 - 8 p.m. CTTuesday - Sunday | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT

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    The Forum Building is a vibrant community center that celebrates creativity and innovation. The Forum’s two levels are brought to life through power performances at the Elie Wiesel Auditorium, creative forms of expression in the Media Suite, and collaborative thinking in the Democracy in Action Labs. The Forum also features the Hadiya Pendleton Atrium, Tafari’s Kitchen, our Cafe, two courtyards, and one-of-kind pieces of art by Theaster Gates, Spencer Finch, and Tyanna Buie. Monday | 1 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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    Home Court is a 60,000-square-foot athletic and events space designed to strengthen the entire community and motivate people of all ages. Home Court offers programs inspired by President Obama's belief in the power of sports, mentorship, and connection. The two level space includes an NBA-sized regulation basketball court, seven flexible multipurpose rooms, two outdoor courtyards, and several multi-level seating areas for visitors.Monday - Sunday 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. CT

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    Libraries are the beating heart of a strong democratic culture. Here we welcome local residents, scholars, and visitors from around the world to connect, reflect, and act. The Obama Presidential Center campus features a new branch of the Chicago Public Library that celebrates the rich history of Chicago’s public libraries and the powerful legacy of the Obamas. The Library Branch includes a YOUMedia Suite, a City Maker’s Space, a Children’s Area, and the exclusive President’s Reading Room, a collection of written works that reflect the interests, histories, and readings of President and Mrs. Obama.Mon & Wed12 - 8 p.m. CTTues & Thur10 a.m. - 6 p.m. CTFri & Sat9 a.m. - 5 p.m. CTSun1 -5 p.m. CT

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