Bro. Kyle Moore’s Mission to Transform Killeen Through Service
Bro. Kyle Moore’s (’21 ΩΠ) journey from chemistry classrooms in Beaumont to becoming a pillar of community service in Killeen is a story of transformation and deep commitment. As reported in the Killeen Daily Herald by Daelan Cheh, Bro. Moore began his professional life as a chemistry teacher at Beaumont Central Medical Magnet High School. However, the tragic death of a student due to domestic violence marked a turning point in his life. In an emotional interview, Bro. Moore shared that this loss pushed him into a space of wanting to “do more.” Returning to his hometown of Killeen, he joined the Killeen Police Department with a mission to serve and protect the community that had shaped him.
That mission took on a new form in 2017 when Bro. Moore founded the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) under the leadership of then-Chief Charles Kimble and Commander Reese Davis. Starting with only himself, Bro. Moore built the program from the ground up, researching similar models and adapting them to Killeen’s needs. In the article and interview, he emphasized that HOT’s mission was always about more than enforcement—it was about relationships and trust. “They’re not just going to say yes automatically,” he explained, referencing the consistent and compassionate engagement required to help unhoused individuals transition to stability.
Bro. Moore’s efforts have extended far beyond the badge. As highlighted in the Herald, he sits on multiple regional boards, including the Texas Homeless Network and the Central Texas Youth Services. His advocacy spans everything from family reunification travel to running a community closet that provides essentials like diapers and clothing. Bro. Moore takes pride in HOT’s evolution from a one-man effort to a multifaceted team that includes social workers and college interns. The impact is visible in the success stories—individuals once living under bridges or in tents, now holding jobs and renting apartments, thanks in part to Bro. Moore’s dedication.
Through both the Killeen Daily Herald feature and his candid sit-down with reporter Daelan Cheh, Bro. Moore’s message is clear: change comes not just from authority but from empathy. Whether coining the distinction between “empowering” versus “enabling,” or stressing the importance of consistent engagement, Bro. Moore embodies a dual role of officer and social worker. For him, helping someone rise from victim of circumstance to self-sufficiency isn’t just a duty—it’s a calling.
