Democratizing the King legacy for all generations.

Drum Majors for Change brings together and mobilizes organizations and individuals committed to the common goal of eradicating the triple evils of racism/bigotry, poverty and violence to realize the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. Together we work to raise our collective voices to strengthen our vote and our democracy.

About The King Family

About The King Family

Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King and their daughter Yolanda Renee King have taken the helm of the Drum Majors for Change to carry the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. into the 21st century, democratize that legacy, and create the beloved community through education, direct action and engagement, inspiration, collaboration, partnerships and dialogue.

Spread the word, have you heard, all across the nation, we are going to be a great generation. — Yolanda Renee King

Yes, if you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice.

Past, Present, Future

Past, Present, Future

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy and voice is as important today as it was upon the founding of the Drum Major Foundation 60 years ago.

Today, helmed by Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King and their daughter Yolanda Renee King, the organization leads through collaboration by convening leaders and organizations to identify common-sense solutions to our most pressing social problems.

With Drum Majors For Change, the teachings of Dr. King continue through strategic partnerships, grassroots activation, and initiatives. With so much at stake, from civil rights to democracy itself, advancing justice has never been more important.