About Tha Block Trenton

Who Are We?
Tha Block Trenton is a non-profit organization run by Trentonians committed to redistributing resources to our community.
What Do We Do?
We're devoted to social justice in the community, self-sufficiency, equality before the law, social and cultural rights, the right to food, the right to work, the right to health, and the right to education. Tha Block intends to educate and entertain through work that reflects its commitment to community and healing.

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What Have We Done?
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Successfully hosted an art camp for local teens
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Formed community partnerships with other organizations, such as African-American Cultural Collaborative & Artworks Trenton
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Successfully developed and funded a grassroots rental assistance fund for local residents
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Hosted impactful community events for 150-200 attendees
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Feed 180+ members of Trenton's Vulnerable (homeless) population
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Provide job, internship, and volunteer opportunities for the city of Trenton
Meet Tha Board



Kenya Bullock
Board President
Trenton, NJ
Lucia Smith
Board Vice President
Trenton, NJ
Gary B. Lawery
Director of Government Affairs & Community Outreach
Trenton, NJ


Akeya Fortson-Brown
Director of Marketing
Trenton, NJ
Aquil Highsmith
Director of Fundraising & Treasury
Trenton, NJ
Meet Tha Collective



Kenya Bullock
Founder & Executive Director
Trenton, NJ
Mike Whittington
Company Manager
Trenton, NJ
Nasir Square
Creative Director & Political Educator
Trenton, NJ


Shamir Racine
Community Outreach & Political Educator
Trenton, NJ
Marcus Jabari Lane
Strategic Planning & Development Manager
New Haven, CT