Welcome to Kokkos Candy Shop, a non-profit where creativity, connection, and community come together. Established on December 1, 2023, in the historic Union Lumber Company Store in Fort Bragg, California, Kokkos is the brainchild of Jacob Lawrence. Known as “Big Jake,” Jacob is the founder of MedVets—a boots-on-the-ground ministry providing medicine and support to veterans—and the owner of local landmarks like the Grey Whale Inn and Captain’s Quarters.
Kokkos is more than a candy shop—it’s a community-driven space designed to inspire, empower, and equip the next generation. Our entire operation centers around our Y.E.P. (youth empowerment program) where we teach kids valuable business skills (customer service, advanced manufacturing, networking, etc.) and provide caring mentorship for whatever path one may find passion in.
Kokkos also doubles as a live-streaming studio and a hub for content creation, offering training for interns in media production and marketing. Here, we teach the skills necessary to pursue careers in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Join us in this journey, where every sweet moment has a purpose.