Roku Changemakers Documentary - Tommy McBrayer

Description

Founded in 2021, “Don't Shoot Guns, Shoot Hoops” is a nonprofit organization founded by Tommy McBrayer Jr., who is from South Minneapolis, survived two near-fatal shootings and turned his personal trauma into purpose.
His initiative uses basketball as a tool to connect with youth in high-crime, under-resourced communities, aiming to prevent gun violence through mentorship, emotional resilience training, and life skills development. These experiences led him to create a safe space for young people affected by violence, helping them heal and find community through the game he loves.
His program reaches out to schools and local communities, offering camps and sessions that feel like therapy for many participants.