OUR 3 E's
OUR 3 PILLARS
EDUCATION - EMPOWERMENT - EXPOSURE
At KingMaker Academy, every lesson, activity, and interaction is shaped by our 3 foundational pillars — Education, Empowerment, and Exposure.
These 3 E’s guide how we teach and train our sons to think critically, lead confidently, and engage meaningfully with the world around them.
Bring us your son, and we’ll return you a king.
EDUCATION
We believe knowledge is power.
Our Education pillar focuses on building strong foundations in literacy, math, and STEM. Through age-appropriate activities and structured lessons, our sons learn how to read, reason, and problem-solve.
We cultivate curiosity — not just memorization — so our sons grow into thinkers and creators. Every classroom experience is designed to challenge their minds and sharpen their understanding of how the world works.
Programs include:
Daily reading and writing practice
Early math and number sense
Science and technology exploration
Hands-on STEM challenges
EMPOWERMENT
Empowerment is about teaching our sons what it means to be a king — responsible, respectful, and ready to lead.
We emphasize self-awareness, discipline, and teamwork. Through leadership training, service projects, and peer collaboration, our sons learn that true strength begins with character.
We model the habits and values of men who lead with integrity — at home, at school, and in the community.
Focus Areas:
Leadership and confidence-building activities
Character development and responsibility
Teamwork and positive communication
Daily affirmation of “I am a King” values
EXPOSURE
Exposure expands perspective.
Our young kings learn best when they experience the world beyond the classroom. This pillar includes field trips, creative projects, and real-world service, allowing them to apply what they learn in meaningful ways.
Whether visiting museums, volunteering downtown, or working on community initiatives, our boys discover that leadership and compassion go hand in hand.
COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY
At KingMaker Academy, we believe leadership starts with learning how to serve. That’s why community connection is woven into everything we do.
Our sons engage in real-world experiences that help them understand their place in the world and their power to make a difference. From preparing meals for the unhoused downtown to participating in local cleanup drives, our sons don’t just hear about community — they become active members of it.
Through service projects, field trips, and partnerships with local leaders, we show our boys that kings don’t rule from a distance. They lead by example — with compassion, courage, and care.
SUPPORT AND PARTNERSHIPS
TENT-A-THON ORGANIZATION
At KingMaker Academy, we stand beside organizations that invest in the future, just like we do. Whether it’s through service, mentorship, or shared missions, we’re proud to align with those working to uplift young leaders
KingMaker Academy x Tent-A-Thon 2025
Raising $5,000 for Our Unhoused Community
October 20 – December 20, 2025
At KingMaker Academy, leadership starts with learning how to serve.
This year, our young kings are partnering with Tent-A-Thon to raise $5,000 through GoFundMe in support of the unhoused community in downtown St. Louis.
This initiative is more than a fundraiser — it’s a lesson in compassion, responsibility, and brotherhood. Our boys are learning that kings don’t rule from a distance. They serve their communities with courage and care.
Why Donate?
Empower young leaders. Every donation helps teach our sons what it means to lead through service.
Support St. Louis. 100% of proceeds go toward Tent-A-Thon’s outreach to the unhoused downtown.
Be part of real impact. Your contribution shows that leadership and love for community still matter.
How to Give?
Help us reach our $5,000 goal before December 20, 2025.
Donate directly through our GoFundMe page