KMOJ is dedicated to fostering community conversations and education, with no less than 60% of its programming focused on these areas. Through live remote broadcasts of forums and Town Hall Meetings, the station addresses critical topics like Housing, Health, Transportation, and Education, sharing this information via on-air content, its website, and social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X. Serving the predominantly African American community of North Minneapolis, KMOJ offers culturally specific engagement opportunities to help residents navigate systemic challenges, including achievement gaps. By hosting events, partnering with organizations, and dedicating over 16 hours weekly to Public Affairs programming focused on issues impacting African Americans and people of color, KMOJ actively works to empower and uplift the community.
KMOJ collaborates with a wide range of partners to amplify its impact, including Minnesota Public Radio, Insight News, North News, 360 Journalism, The Spokesman-Recorder Newspaper, Black Media America Television, and Twin Cities Public Television. The station also partners with community nonprofits such as NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center, Turning Point, the Minnesota Department of Health, the Minnesota Urban League, the Minneapolis NAACP, and local governments across Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, and the State of Minnesota. KMOJ engages with educational institutions, including Minneapolis and St. Paul Public Schools, Independent School District 622, Burnsville Public Schools, and superintendents Lisa Sayles-Adams, Christine Tucci-Osoria, and Teresa Battle, along with the University of Minnesota, Mankato State University, Best Academy, Harvest Prep School, Hamline University, St. Paul College, St. Thomas University, and Metropolitan Technical and Community College. Additionally, KMOJ collaborates with business partners like Summit Academy OIC, The American Red Cross, Catholic Charities, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Goodwill Industries, and the Minnesota Public Housing Authority, while maintaining engagement with parents and community influencers through its seven-member Community Advisory Committee.
KMOJ’s programming is dedicated to education and finding solutions to challenges faced by communities of color. In alignment with its mission, the station focuses on eliminating teen violence, preventing home foreclosures, fostering job creation, and empowering the community. KMOJ addresses critical issues such as transportation, food insecurities, and recovery from COVID-19, including messaging around vaccination and healing. Through its HD station, KMOJ reaches an underserved audience with cultural and age-specific programming, with metrics showing consistent growth. By partnering with the Minnesota Department of Health and the Department of Public Safety, KMOJ provides critical, life-saving information to its listeners. Additionally, the station has produced local and national documentaries on vaccines and civil unrest, effectively raising awareness and driving positive change.
Known as The People’s Station, KMOJ regularly amplifies the voices of its listeners through dynamic programming and community events. The station actively engages elected and community leaders, including the mayors of both major cities, as well as Public Safety and Public Health officials. KMOJ highlights people of color who are driving positive change in their communities and is developing news programming that will be translated into multiple languages for broader accessibility. Additionally, KMOJ broadcasts local and national news every hour, ensuring its audience stays informed and connected.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting grant enables KMOJ to deliver live broadcasts from community events and hire independent contractors to host, produce, and voice programs that address daily challenges faced by African Americans. This support allows KMOJ to share critical information nationwide through its website and social media platforms, now designed to engage a younger, more diverse audience. The grant is especially vital as KMOJ continues addressing relocation challenges brought on by the construction of a new Light Rail system set to impact the African-American community in North Minneapolis.
Questions? Contact Freddie Bell at freddiebell@kmojfm.com or (612) 377-0594
ITEM I: STATION SENIOR/EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
Freddie Bell
CEO and General Manager
Freddiebell@kmojfm.com
Vic Clemons
Program Director
Vic.clemons@kmojfm.com
Kelley Solie
Business Office Manager/Traffic Manager
Buisnessoffice@kmojfm.com
Walter “Q Bear” Banks
Community Engagement Manager
QBear@kmojfm.com
Rico Woodard (Nevotion)
Underwriting Manager
Rnevotion@kmojfm.com
ITEM II: BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A full list of those members is posted on this website at https://kmojfm.com/wp/board-of-directors/
Meeting dates and times are listed in the link at the bottom of the page.
ITEM III: ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS
Melissa Chitwood
Joe McKenzie
O’Neal Hampton
Anthony Richie
Anthony Pankey
Kitty Harris
Wes Spain
Jonathan Turner
ITEM IV: BYLAWS
ITEM V: OPEN MEETINGS
- Check back for the date/time/location of upcoming meetings of the Community Advisory Board.
- Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held in the KMOJ conference room at KMOJ studios located at 2123 West Broadway Suite 200 Minneapolis, MN 55411.
- Ensuring Accountability and Community Engagement
- At KMOJ, we are committed to transparency, regulatory compliance, and serving our community with integrity. Here’s how we uphold these values:
- Community Representation: We regularly engage our Community Advisory Board to gather feedback and ensure our programming reflects the diverse needs of our listeners.
- Public Transparency: Our public file is updated regularly, providing open access to key documents such as EEO reports, and programming highlights.
- Impact Reporting: Each year, we share an annual report showcasing our achievements, community partnerships, and how we use resources to make a difference.
- Board of Directors Meetings: Our Board of Directors convenes regularly to oversee KMOJ’s mission and ensure we are serving our community effectively. Meeting schedules and highlights are available for public review.
- We take pride in being your trusted community voice and remain dedicated to meeting the highest standards of public broadcasting.