RAISING KINGS 2026: BHIM - "BLACK HISTORY IN THE MAKING"

Schedule

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am to Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

One Village Alliance, The Freedom Center | Wilmington, DE

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A powerful event series kicking off with a high impact MLK Day of Service and ending with the Raising Kings Conference on 2|26|2026!
About this Event

Raising Kings Conference | PALW Center | 2 - 26 - 2026 | 9AM - 2PM | 3707 N Market St, Wilmington, DE

We invite you to join our annual Raising Kings Conference! Themed BHIM, this event series celebrates Black History In the Making, honoring those who came before us by highlighting modern-day history makers from our local community.

The 2026 cycle launches during National Mentoring Month and culminates in a powerful celebration of Black History Month , honoring modern-day Black history makers while inspiring the next generation of change-makers.

Raising Kings inspires future generations by focusing on developing the next generation of great leaders. Content will be driven by the most pressing needs of young men and boys and presented by culturally competent experts in business, health, education, law, history, and the arts.

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MLK Day of Service

January 19, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

OVA Freedom | 31 W 31st St Wilmington, DE, 19802

A community service experience honoring Dr. King’s legacy through mentorship, service, and unity.

We will be accepting donated ties until Jan 26 from 7am-5pm Monday-Friday!


Protect Our Kings Chess Mentor Session

January 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Ferris School | 959 Centre Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805

A strategic, mentor-led chess experience focused on discipline, critical thinking, and leadership.


BHIM: Black History In the Making Tour

February 10, 2026 | Multiple Locations

Request this FREE Black History Month experience to make a tour stop at your school! Helping youth see themselves as modern-day history makers through powerful conversations with a diverse panel of youth and adult leaders.


Street Law Session & Mock Trial

February 19, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Ferris School | 959 Centre Rd, Wilmington, DE 19805

Interactive legal education sessions empowering young men with knowledge, confidence, and civic awareness.


Raising Kings Conference

February 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wilmington PAL Center | 3707 N. Market St, Wilmington, DE 19802

Our signature Black History Month convening honoring modern-day Black history makers and inspiring the next generation through powerful speakers, courageous conversations, and community-led mentorship.

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One Village Alliance, The Freedom Center, 31 West 31st Street, Wilmington, United States

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