Why I started PROFOUNDations...

 As a gay, black man from the South, I faced an arduous climb out of a pit of shame, hate, and discrimination. I braved a battle as brutal as they come. And yet, I turned this test into a testimony of hope and perseverance. 

I know I am fortunate in this life. I was one of the few to evade a devastating fate, all too common for Queer Youth of Color: a push into the streets, jails, and cemeteries. 

LGBTQIA+ People of Color inherit the heinous, social predisposition including severe family conflict and the accompanying violence and rejection due to unfit support, resources, and service. This social inheritance explains why nearly half of youth, homeless, and incarcerated populations in America are LGBTQIA+, and why they are 2.5x more likely to commit suicide.

Our Black and Brown queer youth desperately need our help and despite the rocky foundation they inherited—much like the one I did—they are looking for the opportunity to stand up and excel!

I started PROFOUNDations— a 501c3 nonprofit organization— to replace that shaky foundation with one that is PROFOUND, special, and life-changing.

PROFOUNDations wants to do just that for LGBTQIA+ People of Color! We need your help to support and shed light on the shadowed potential of these incredible people!

PROFOUNDations is here to provide assistance, workshops, scholarships, community events, and opportunities rooted in Art and Wellness for LGBTQIA+ People of Color in the Greater Bay Area!

Would you like to help us, collaborate, or donate? Do you know any Transitional Age Youth, 14-26 yrs old, looking for assistance, encouragement and/or opportunities? Please reach out to us at info@PROFOUNDations.org or email me directly at Kamelle@PROFOUNDations.org!

With glitter and gratitude 

Kamelle Mills

CEO and Founder ✨