ABOUT US
We are here to build stronger communities through inclusion, advocacy, and support.
Through Our Programs We:
OUR STORY
Why We Started The Foundation
The Chaka Khan Foundation (501c3), Co-founded by legendary artist Chaka Khan and her sister Tammy Michelle was born from lived experiences—supporting women overcoming trauma, confronting substance abuse, and standing beside Tammy’s son Tallon as he navigated autism in a world that too often failed to see him.
What began as two sisters supporting women on their healing journeys shifted profoundly when Tallon was diagnosed with autism. Confronted with the lack of resources available, they expanded their mission, partnering with Cure Autism Now to raise awareness and later creating meditation and wellness sanctuaries for incarcerated women and youth. Every program since has been rooted in witnessing strength, courage, and transformation, and in amplifying the voices of overlooked communities ready to be heard.
Today, the Foundation has grown into a global movement for healing and empowerment— bridging overlooked communities with international conversations on wellness, creativity, and justice.
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Our Programs
Education, health, food and workforce systems are intertwined with community efforts toward racial equity and racial healing in serving what children need to thrive.
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Our Team
Dedicated Hearts Behind Our Mission
Chaka Khan
Co-Founder
Tammy Michelle
Co-Founder & Co-Executive Director
Lisa Elzy-Watson
Co-Executive Director-Strategy & Development
Dr. V
Co-Executive Director- Fund Development
Alexandra Plummer
Brand Strategist & Development
Tracey Eyers-Smith
Communications Strategist
Community Donor Spotlight
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Thank You!
The Chaka Khan Foundation is a project of Community Partners, a nonprofit fiscal sponsor and intermediary organization. Community Partners 1000 North Alameda St. Suite 240 Los Angeles, CA 20012 213-346-3200
