About Us
One Family One Fight is more than a nonprofit, it’s a movement born from pain, rooted in purpose, and driven by the unwavering belief that healing and hope can rise from tragedy.
Founded in honor of Samaad Z. Frazier, a beloved young man whose life was stolen by gun violence on December 31, 2019, our organization was created to transform grief into action. What began as a mother’s mission to keep her son’s memory alive has grown into a powerful, trauma-informed community organization dedicated to healing families, empowering youth, and uniting communities across New Jersey and beyond.
Our Mission
To heal families, empower youth, and unite communities through upstream violence prevention, structured youth development, healing-centered support, and community engagement.
Our Vision
A world where every young person is valued, every grieving family is supported, and every community has the tools to heal and rise.
How We Create Impact
Our work brings prevention, preparation, healing, and community connection together through four areas:
- Upstream Violence Prevention
- Youth Development and Mentoring
- Healing-Centered Support
- Community Engagement
Meet Our Founder
Kimberly Banks
Founder & President, One Family One Fight
Author • Speaker • Certified Healing & Growth Coach • Podcast Host
Life Redirected: How I Turned Pain Into Purpose
December 31, 2019 was like every other New Year’s Eve. I worked the night before driving my truck to deliver a load to Boston. At 7:30 that morning I spoke to my middle son Samaad on FaceTime. Little did I know that would be the last time that I would get to speak and see him. At 3:26 PM he was shot and killed on Churchill Avenue in Somerset, New Jersey. Life redirected. How could this happen to me? I moved my family from Newark/Hillside New Jersey to get away from guns, gangs, drugs, and violence. Life redirected. Out of the pain of losing Samaad to gun violence I turned that pain into purpose and started 0FOF to not only honor Samaad’s life and legacy but to give back to the same community that Samaad lost his life in with the hopes of making a difference in someone else’s life.
Work With Kimberly
Whether you’re looking for an inspiring keynote speaker, a healing-centered workshop facilitator, or someone who can connect with youth on a real level, Kimberly brings truth, heart, and impact to every stage, classroom, or circle.
Contact for Collaborations
Kbanks@onefamilyonefight.com
P: 609-759-0882