KDA Vision Roundtable: Help Build Kut Different Academy

At Kut Different Inc., we've been mentoring young men in Ocala for years, guiding them toward confidence, purpose, and new horizons through our programs. Now, we're building on that foundation to create Kut Different Academy: a future private school designed specifically for boys who need more than traditional systems offer.

This academy will combine strong mentorship, personalized learning, small classes, hands-on experiences, leadership development, and family support, all to help young men break generational cycles, discover their greatness, and lead with purpose. We're in the active building phase: raising funds, planning the site, and moving toward our goal of opening doors in the coming years right here in Ocala.

This free info session (also called our KDA Vision Roundtable) is your chance to get the full picture and ask anything on your mind.

What to Expect

• A heartfelt overview of Kut Different's mentorship journey and how it's evolving into a full academy
• Real-time updates on fundraising, land/site progress, and upcoming milestones
• Inspiring stories from mentors and the young men we've already impacted
• Clear details on what will make KDA unique: identity-focused education, real-world exposure, accountability, and strong male role models
• Plenty of dedicated time for YOUR questions, this is interactive! Ask about the vision, timeline, curriculum ideas, how mentorship fits in, ways to get involved (mentoring, donating, sponsoring, volunteering), or anything else. No question is too big or small, we want to hear from you
• Connections with like-minded community members who care about Ocala's boys

It's warm, open, and conversation-driven, exactly how real change starts.

Why Attend?
If you're passionate about youth empowerment, tired of seeing boys left behind, or simply curious about this vision for Ocala... come with your questions. This session is designed for dialogue. Many supporters started right here, asking a question, sharing an idea, and stepping in to help build something lasting. No pressure, no commitment, just clarity and community.

Who Should Come?

• Potential mentors ready to guide young men
• Community leaders, educators, business owners, or organizations open to partnering/sponsoring
• Parents, guardians, or family members who want better options for boys
• Donors and supporters excited to fund the build
• Anyone in Ocala (or beyond) who believes in giving young men guidance, opportunity, and a real shot

Event Details

• Date & Time: Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 10:00 AM – ~12:00 PM EST
• Location: In-person at Dr. Martin Luther King Recreational Center, 1510 NW 4th St, Ocala, FL 34475 (Community Building / central spot for gatherings)
• Format: Live and interactive; we'll keep it personal with limited seating
• Cost: 100% free – RSVP to reserve your spot
• Hosted by: Kut Different Inc. (Jamie Gilmore Jr., Eddie Rocker, and the team)

Seats are limited to encourage real conversation, RSVP now!

Your questions matter. This is the perfect low-key way to learn more, share thoughts, and see if/how you'd like to be part of building Kut Different Academy. Click "Register" to join us.

We'll follow up with confirmation details (address map, parking info, what to bring, maybe just your curiosity!).

Together, we're not just dreaming, we're building.

Questions before the event? Email RW1pbHkgISBwYXJhZGEgfCBrdXRkaWZmZXJlbnQgISBvcmc=.
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