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- 3146 Koontz Lane, California
The B.O.C.E.K. Foundation was founded on a simple but powerful belief — that real change begins at home, and strong communities are built when we invest in our children. Rooted in East Baltimore, our organization is committed to creating safe, uplifting spaces where families can connect, celebrate, and grow together. Through mentorship, education, and community-driven events, we work to inspire the next generation with hope, opportunity, and purpose.
The B.O.C.E.K. Foundation began as a small neighborhood gathering — an annual Father’s Day Cookout — designed to celebrate fathers and bring families closer together. Over the past decade, that one event has blossomed into a full-fledged community movement dedicated to empowerment, education, and togetherness. Today, the Father’s Day Cookout stands as our cornerstone event, successfully held for 10 consecutive years without incident, symbolizing unity, pride, and resilience. Each year, it brings hundreds of families together to honor the role of fathers and strengthen the bonds that hold our neighborhoods together.
Our mission is to build and strengthen our community by empowering kids and families through education, mentorship, and shared experiences. We believe every child deserves access to positive influences, meaningful opportunities, and a safe environment to learn and grow.
We envision a thriving Baltimore community where every child feels valued, every family feels supported, and every neighborhood is a place of pride, safety, and opportunity.
Providing workshops, leadership training, and mentorship to help youth develop confidence and purpose.
Hosting annual and seasonal events like the Father’s Day Cookout that foster unity and tradition.
Offering educational clinics, arts programs, and skill-building sessions for youth.
Promoting active lifestyles, healthy habits, and access to recreational programs.
Ensuring all children can participate in events and programs through reliable transportation support.
The B.O.C.E.K. Foundation is more than an organization — it’s a family. Our work is powered by volunteers, local leaders, and dedicated community members who share a vision of change. Together, we are building pathways to success for our youth, strengthening families, and creating traditions that will last for generations.
Whether you volunteer, donate, or simply attend an event — you are part of the movement. Together, we can continue to build our community and empower our kids.
Towards the end of the 19th century, with the advent of the New Liberalism and the innovative work of Charles
Towards the end of the 19th century, with the advent of the New Liberalism and the innovative work of Charles
Towards the end of the 19th century, with the advent of the New Liberalism and the innovative work of Charles
