Davonte Green

About Davonte Green

My journey began in the classrooms of Watts, California—where I served with AmeriCorps City Year, helping students navigate systems that too often overlook their brilliance. That early frontline experience shaped everything that came after. I saw potential wrapped in struggle, joy inside the chaos—and I knew then that my life’s work would center healing, leadership, and liberation for Black men and boys.Over the last 15 years, I’ve built a career at the intersection of mental wellness, youth justice, and systems transformation—from public schools and state prisons to boardrooms and barbershops. My focus has remained constant: empower those closest to the challenge and equip them to lead change.Today, I serve as Director of Community Investment & Engagement at the California Community Foundation, helping drive place-based strategies for a $2 billion institution. I lead regional initiatives that translate listening into action—building resident-led advisory structures, investing in local brilliance, and ensuring philanthropy is accountable to the people it serves.Previously, I served as Program Officer for Youth Development, overseeing a countywide public-private partnership that invested over $50 million into organizations advancing positive youth development and alternatives to incarceration. That work wasn’t theoretical—it was personal. I know what it means to navigate poverty, housing insecurity, and systems that punish instead of support. That experience fuels my resolve and sharpens my strategy.I’m also the founder of The Giants Den, a national leadership development network that supports men in building the futures they’ve never seen modeled. Through transformational workshops, elevated gatherings, and public speaking, we help men redefine strength, accountability, and legacy—while creating space for emotional growth and collective healing.Before entering philanthropy, I led community engagement efforts at the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM)—helping shape national narratives around mental health in Black communities and advancing a healing justice framework across movements and institutions.Whether I’m facilitating strategy sessions, investing in grassroots leaders, or mentoring the next generation—I carry both the data and the dignity of my people with me.If you’re building equitable systems, championing youth, or reimagining what care can look like in our communities—let’s connect.

Experience

1. Founder & Leadership Coach

   The Giants\' Den

   May 2019 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   As the Founder & Leadership Coach of The Giants Den, I lead an organization dedicated to empowering high-performing men through leadership development, mentorship, and strategic networking. I specialize in creating transformational spaces where men sharpen their skills, build lasting relationships, and take actionable steps toward personal and professional growth.With over a decade of experience in consulting, program development, and event execution, I have facilitated hundreds of trainings—both virtual and in person—and designed programs that drive measurable impact for individuals, organizations, and communities. My work is data-driven, using participant feedback and evaluation metrics to refine programs and enhance outcomes.Key ContributionsLeadership Development & Coaching Facilitated 200+ trainings on leadership, mindset, and professional growth. Provided 1:1 coaching to over 100 paid clients, supporting career advancement and personal breakthroughs. Led weekly group coaching sessions for four years, fostering accountability and skill-building.Mentorship & Program Development Launched a mentorship program for male students of color, serving 100+ participants. Built structured mentor pipelines, connecting experienced leaders with emerging professionals. Implemented quarterly feedback surveys to measure impact and improve participant experiences.Strategic Event Planning & Execution Facilitated leadership workshops at Cal State Dominguez Hills, UCLA, Glendale College, and the A²MEND Conference, the largest convening for male students of color in community colleges. Orchestrated the Black Mental Wealth Summit, drawing 150+ attendees focused on mental wellness, financial literacy, and leadership. Designed and executed community service projects, offering hands-on impact opportunities.Marketing & Brand Strategy Developed a marketing strategy that increased engagement across 100+ networking events, seminars, and workshops.

Education

• West Los Angeles College

  Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Sociology

Skills

• Fundraising
• Proficient in Excel
• 45wpm
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Social Media
• People Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Team Motivation
• Service Improvement Strategies
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Team Building
• Management
• Program Development
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Training
• Volunteer Management
• Facilitation
• Nonprofits
• Business Development
• Team Management
• Blogging
• Microsoft Publisher
• Customer Service
• Leadership
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Public Speaking
• Networking
• Data Analysis
• Complaint Handling & Resolution
• Positive Youth Development
• Project Management
• Program Management
• Performance Management
• Operations Management
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Healthy Relationship Building
• Facility Management (Fm)