Draft:Julius "Doc" Blackwell

Julius "Doc" Blackwell is the founder and executive director of the nonprofit organization DocLuvTheKids. In May 2024, he was honored with the Exceptional Nonprofit Service Award by the Kitsap Community Foundation for his outstanding contributions to the community. Blackwell also serves as the CEO of Lions Den 360, an organization dedicated to community and youth development.

Biography

Julius "Doc" Blackwell resides in Bremerton, Washington, where he has become a prominent figure in the local community. He leverages social media platforms such as Facebook to reach a broader audience, raising awareness about his organization's mission and activities.

Career and Community Involvement

Blackwell's work with DocLuvTheKids includes organizing annual events such as shoe and haircut giveaways for underprivileged children. His commitment to serving the community extends to his previous role as a youth basketball coach, where he impacted the lives of many young individuals.

Recognition

In recognition of his significant contributions, Blackwell has been featured in various local publications, including the Kitsap Sun and the Kitsap Smokestack. These articles highlight his efforts and the positive impact of his work within the community.

References

1. Kitsap Sun. (2021). [Kitsap racial equity grants help two nonprofits help kids on a bigger scale]( https://www.kitsapsun.com/story/news/2021/08/03/kitsap-racial-equity-grants-help-two-nonprofits-help-kids-on-bigger-scale/5404013001/#:~:text=Julius%2520Blackwell%252C%2520founder%2520of%2520nonprofit%2520DocLuvTheKids%2520and,players'%2520shoes%2520were%2520still%2520in%2520good%2520condition ).

2. Kitsap Sun. (2022). [Doc Luv the Kids nonprofit host annual shoe and haircut giveaway]( https://www.kitsapsun.com/story/news/2022/04/16/doc-luv-kids-nonprofit-host-annual-shoe-and-haircut-giveaway/7294645001/#:~:text=Julius%2520Blackwell%2520puts%2520an%2520extra%2520plush%2520bunny,the%2520nearby%2520Masonic%2520Temple%2520that%2520provided%2520free ).

3. Kitsap Community Foundation. (2024). [Community Celebration honoring Julius "Doc" Blackwell]( https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kitsap-community-foundation_communitycelebration-mustattend-kitsapphilanthropy-activity-7195890559977238528-S1oW#:~:text=Julius%2520%2522Doc%2522%2520Blackwell%252C%2520founder%2520of%2520DocLuvTheKids%252C%2520is,at%252Drisk%2520youth%252C%2520as%2520well%2520as%2520supplies%2520and ).

4. Kitsap Sun. (2022). [Doc Luv the Kids nonprofit host annual shoe and haircut giveaway]( https://www.kitsapsun.com/story/news/2022/04/16/doc-luv-kids-nonprofit-host-annual-shoe-and-haircut-giveaway/7294645001/ ).

5. Kitsap Smokestack. (2023). [Feeling the Luv with Doc Blackwell](https://kitsapsmokestack.org/2023/11/03/feeling-the-luv-w-doc-blackwell/).