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President & Executive Director

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Founder of Brothers EMpowered

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The vision for Brothers EMpowered was born from Charles Caine’s personal experiences navigating life as a young Black man in urban America. His commitment to creating safe, supportive, and empowering spaces for men of color has shaped the organization’s mission and impact.

He has organized over 15 major community outreach events, including:

  • Stop Youth Violence initiatives

  • Back‑to‑School celebrations and backpack giveaways

  • Men Against Domestic Abuse campaigns

Minister Caine has united more than 30 community leaders and entrepreneurs around shared purpose and has built over 40 community partnerships. He also launched Growth N EMpowerment, a global initiative with a Seven‑Point Action Plan designed to enhance the lives of people of color worldwide.

 

Minister Charles Kingdom Caine has dedicated more than a decade to empowering men of color seeking transformation in their lives. A respected leader in North Minneapolis, he has inspired countless individuals through mentorship, advocacy, and community‑centered leadership.  Over the years, Minister Caine has been recognized for his commitment to service. He received the 2011 Sons of Bransford Young Leader Award, and earlier, in 2007, he was honored as Father of the Year—reflecting his devotion as a father, son, and brother.

Minister Caine’s passion for uplifting the urban community is rooted in lived experience. Having overcome gang violence, chemical dependency, and systemic barriers, he transformed his life through purpose, fatherhood, and faith. His journey fuels his mission to help others do the same.

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Professional & Community Leadership

Charles Caine’s professional career began at MN Adult & Teen Challenge, a 12 to 15-month inpatient treatment program. He later served at the Domestic Abuse Project as an Education Specialist and Men’s Therapist, and continued his work at Turning Point, The Network for Better Futures MN, Summit ELC, and Best Academy.

In 2007, he co‑created the Citizen Father Project, a leadership component of The Father Project, designed to strengthen fathers and families in the community.

Minister Caine has also authored multiple curricula, including:

  • Youth EMpowerment Curriculum used in Hennepin and Ramsey County Juvenile Detention Centers

  • Back to Purpose, a chemical dependency curriculum implemented at Turning Point

  • Man Power, a 12‑step program guiding men toward empowerment, accountability, and excellence​

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