East Oakland
Boxing Association
Boxing Association
A nonprofit serving East Oakland youth since 1983
Summer
2026
Where Oakland
kids learn, grow,
and thrive.
kids learn, grow,
and thrive.
Dear friends and family — this summer we’re asking you to back a place worth loving.
For over 40 years, EOBA has helped Oakland kids grow strong in mind and body:
free tutoring, hot meals, mentors, and a safe place to belong.
Every single program is free.
100% free
EOBA by the numbers
400+
youth served every year, ages 5–18
30K+
young people reached since 1987
100%
free — no family ever pays
5 days
a week, plus 8 weeks all summer
What your gift powers
Learning
Tutoring & homework help
After-school program
Mentorship
Arts & Science
STEM & science
Art & music
Culinary arts
Health
Daily healthy meals
Fitness & boxing
Emotional support
Careers
Paid youth internships
College & career readiness
Leadership growth
Family
Food pantry
Parent support
Community events
Give a kid a summer
that changes everything.
that changes everything.
Donate at
eoba.org/donate
— or send a check payable to East Oakland Boxing Association.
Every dollar is tax-deductible.
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For more than 40 years, EOBA has stood as a safe harbor in one of Oakland’s toughest
neighborhoods. What began as a boxing gym grew into a full campus where kids get a hot meal,
a caring adult, and a reason to show up every day. EOBA is the place that says
you matter, and your future matters.
In the classroom
Mentors & coaches
A proud moment
What your donation does
Reach more kids
Every seat we add is a child off the waitlist — more coaches and tutors on the floor.
Keep doors open
Steady support keeps the lights on and the gym open when kids need it most.
Go deeper
Paid internships and college visits turn a safe place into a launch pad.
Where your money goes
Programs — coaches, teachers, meals, supplies
Facility & operations — the safe roof and equipment
Administration & fundraising
Ask us for EOBA’s latest annual report or Form 990 for a full breakdown.
Every gift keeps
the doors open.
the doors open.
Donate at
eoba.org/donate
· Every dollar is tax-deductible.
Scan to give