Welcome to the B.R.O. Experience Foundation

Our Brotherhood. Our Purpose.

Young men of color deserve to be well — in mind, body, and spirit. The BRO Experience Foundation is a youth wellness organization dedicated to the holistic development of young men of color. Through a lens of mental, emotional, and social wellness, we create transformative spaces where young men are equipped to heal, grow, and lead. Grounded in the 7 Dimensions of Wellness, our programs cultivate the emotional intelligence, resilience, and purpose that our young men need to thrive. Through transformative programs like our The BRO Project and our Little BRO Programs, we foster the confidence and resilience they need to advocate for themselves and drive positive change in their communities.

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THE BRO EXPERIENCE FOUNDATION WINS THE 2026 BKLYN ORG SPARK PRIZE!

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As Seen On

In the Last 5 Years

500

Young Men Served With Us

10

Foundations Supported Us

10

Schools Partnered with Us

How We Do Our Work

The BRO Experience Foundation is rooted in a wellness-centered, CBT-informed approach to youth development. We believe that true growth begins when young men understand the deep connection between their mental health, emotional wellness, and daily behaviors. Through the lens of the 7 Dimensions of Wellness — Emotional, Social, Intellectual, Physical, Spiritual, Occupational, and Environmental — we guide young men to explore who they are, heal from what they've carried, and build the skills to live with intention and purpose.

Thoughts

Wellness Begins in the Mind

We help young men examine the stories they tell themselves — about who they are, where they come from, and what they're capable of. Mental wellness starts with self-awareness.

Emotions

Healing Requires Feeling We create space for emotional wellness by normalizing vulnerability, building emotional literacy, and equipping young men with tools to process, not suppress, what they feel.

Behaviors

Wellness Becomes a Way of Life

We challenge our young men to align their actions with their values — developing habits rooted in self-care, community, and purpose.

The Work We Do

We create supportive spaces and deliver powerful programming to help young men and fathers of color build the skills needed to thrive in their communities and beyond.

The Bro Project

A 9-month holistic wellness journey designed for young men of color ages 18–24. Through weekly programming grounded in emotional, social, occupational, and spiritual wellness, participants reconnect with their purpose, their community, and themselves.

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The Little BRO Programs

A nurturing, wellness-centered environment where young boys build emotional intelligence, social wellness, intellectual curiosity, and a strong sense of self — planting the seeds of lifelong well-being early.

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Behind the Bars

A creative wellness program using music, lyrics, and poetry as pathways to emotional expression, mental health awareness, and self-discovery — tapping into the intellectual and emotional dimensions of wellness through the power of sound and storytelling.

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Be Well Bro

Our digital mental wellness hub — a safe, inclusive online space where young men of color access tools, stories, and resources across all 7 Dimensions of Wellness to support their healing and growth, wherever they are.

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Daddy and Me Project

A family wellness program that supports fathers in their emotional and social development — because the wellness of our young men is deeply connected to the wellness of the men who raise them.

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News

The BRO Experience Honored At The Spark Prize Breakfast

Full NY1 Interview with Barry and Rocco

Brooklyn Paper Highlights BRO Experience’s Spark Prize Win!

Man Enough Panel at Brooklyn College

The Cost of Gun Violence Panel

Our Time Press dives deep with the BRO Experience

BRO Experience Featured in Epicenter NYC!

Barry Cooper on NY1’s In Focus: Highlighting the Impact of the B.R.O. Experience

Celebrating the Holidays With Our Little Bros

The BRO Experience: We All Deserve to Be Well Documentary is now available to watch on YouTube!

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We take this seriously!!! Believing in them unlocks potential in more than one#broexperience #mentalhealth #nonprofit #bro #extraordinarymenawards

Little BRO Saturdays! Chess Time is the Best Time…

Critical thinking is how we engage! We just Love Little BRO Saturdays!!! Count down until state Test our guys are ready

Teaching them How to build together! Black smart Men from community…

In case you missed it, we won the Spark Prize! Tuesday's celebration at the Spark Prize Breakfast was a morning we will never forget. Seeing so many people show up to support us was truly moving, and none of it would have been possible without the incredible support of BKO. We cannot thank them enough. James’ speech brought the room to a standstill, and we left feeling just as inspired by the work of the other four winners as we did proud of our own. We are energized, grateful, and ready to keep going. #bewell #nonprofit #mentalhealth #blackmentalhealth #winner

Today little BRO Saturdays the boys were locked in!

Thnx to @brooklynpaper for the amazing feature article!! https://www.brooklynpaper.com/brooklyn-org-spark-prize-2026-b-r-o-experience-foundation/ @bklynorg

Part 2 of Barry’s talk with Rocco at @ny1 Barry explains why we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the BRO Experience and how it empowers young men with language. #mentalhealth #blackleaders #nonprofit #mentalhealthmatters

This Wednesday, come join in on a discussion revolving around gender norms, expectations, and masculinity lead by our very own Barry Cooper and Demetrius Sixx Similien! We're looking forward to an honest and raw conversation about what it means to be a man! When: Wednesday, Feb.25th, at 12:00p.m. Where: Brooklyn College, 3309 James Hall #mentalhealth #bewell #panel #positivity

Big things are happening! Barry was back at @ny1 studio this past weekend with Rocco to talk about why organizations like the BRO Experience are so necessary. Shoutout to Rocco for having us and giving us the space to speak on the best ways to nurture our young men. It’s part of our mission to showcase the positivity happening in the Black community, especially with our young men of color who are so frequently misrepresented. A huge shoutout to Rocco and the NY1 team for giving us the space to share our message. This is what it looks like when media uplifts community. We have more exciting news coming all Black History Month long. More interview clips on the way! #mentalhealth #blackleaders #nonprofit #mentalhealthawareness

We take this seriously!!! Believing in them unlocks potential in more than one#broexperience #mentalhealth #nonprofit #bro #extraordinarymenawards

Part 2 of Barry’s talk with Rocco at @ny1 Barry explains why we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the BRO Experience and how it empowers young men with language.

#mentalhealth #blackleaders #nonprofit #mentalhealthmatters

Big things are happening!

Barry was back at @ny1 studio this past weekend with Rocco to talk about why organizations like the BRO Experience are so necessary. Shoutout to Rocco for having us and giving us the space to speak on the best ways to nurtu

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What Our Young BRO’s Say

“It’s a good space for young black men to open up and describe how they feel on a weekly basis.”
“At this place I feel like emotional openness is the normal... and this is how it should be in humans.”
“When I’m at The BRO Experience I feel challenged to be my best self.”
"I learned I can do more for myself and become a better version of myself when I set daily goals. When I put my mind to doing something I really find interest in, I'll get it done no hesitation."
"This program has influenced me to come to school more because I enjoy coming to this safe space."
"It has helped boost my mental spirit and increased my morale."
"BRO X has helped me see what they see in me, and now I have more is a passion to do better for myself."
"I learned to actively listen."
"I love the fact that I can see my peers improving along with me because it lets me know that I'm not alone in this journey to adulthood."

Ways to Support Us

Our work is made possible by the support of our incredible community. Whether you're interested in donating, becoming a volunteer, or helping us spread the word, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference. Every contribution, big or small, helps us continue our mission to empower and uplift young men.