Inspired by the memory of his son Terrance Kelly, who was violently gunned down in the Richmond community two days before he was to attend the University of Oregon on a scholarship, Landrin Kelly created the Terrance Kelly Youth Foundation (T.K.Y.F.). The Foundation provides community outreach for children and youth ages 5 – 17 through a variety of cultural, educational and community outreach programs.
Our Purpose
The foundation strives to motivate youth from impoverished communities to gain a broader view of the world, enabling the youth to rise above the negative circumstances prevalent in both the community and their lives. The foundation’s purpose is to impart the drive and necessary tools for the youth to succeed and become responsible citizens.
Our Mission
The mission of the T.K.Y.F. is to inspire and empower at-risk youth who face challenging circumstances to become successful productive, contributing members of society. The foundation strives to motivate the youth to seek education as an alternative.
Our Goals
1. To provide a safe, calm environment
2. To promote academic excellence
3. To guide the youth to make better decisions
4. To assist the youth in developing self-esteem
5. To provide tools that prepares the youth to realize their potential
Why is the foundation needed?
With school districts and local government continued budget cuts in the areas of education, many services and programs are being cut and or eliminated. Unfortunately, there are not enough educational and recreational programs in the Richmond and many other urban communities in the Bay Area, which leads to the demise of many youth. Without the proper guidance and positive alternatives for youth, they will not be empowered with the necessary skills to make wise life decisions. TKYF’s goal is to provide a safe haven for children and youth by providing effective programs, services and recreational activities including sports, mentoring, tutoring, academic enrichment, arts & crafts and cultural arts programs.
Board of Directors
Dr. Lilia Chavez
Motivational Speaker and Consultant for at risk youth
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationTerry Eldson, MA
Teacher, Athletic Director, De La Salle High School
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationLandrin Kelly
CEO and Founder, Terrance Kelly Youth Foundation
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationRobert Ladouceur, MA
Teacher, Head Football Coach, De La Salle High School
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationBonnie Paulson
Realtor, Parent Advocate
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationDr. John K. Wilhelmy
Retired Physician, Advocate and Community Leader
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationDistrict Elder K.R. Woods
Lead Pastor, Covenant Worship Center
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationLamar Harris
Student Community Advocate
Terrance Kelly Youth FoundationCommunity Partnerships
The TKYF is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. TKYF program and services are made possible by the generous donations and support of our community partners, corporate foundations and individual donors including:
- Chevron Refinery, Richmond, CA
- Contra County-Probation Department, San Pablo, CA
- Healthy Communities, Inc., Richmond, CA
- Kaiser Permanente, Richmond, CA
- Police Activities League, Richmond, CA
- Richmond Police Department-Chaplin’s Police Program, Richmond, CA
- Richmond Community Foundation, Richmond, CA
- Willie McGee Foundation, Richmond, CA
- YMCA of the East Bay Coronado Community, Richmond, CA