ALBert e. dotson, Jr. - 100 Black Men of America, Inc.

A Letter from the Chairman
As we approach our 50th year, the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is more committed than ever
to our vision and mission! We are now 116 chapters strong, serving our communities as one:
one mission, one cause, one network.
We are taking that commitment to the next level through our “100 as one” focus. What does
this mean?
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• One Cause: We are Mentoring the 100 Way Across A LifetimeSM.
• One Network: We are global leaders interconnected to educate, and empower.
This is our formula for continued success. The most important work we do is showing
the youth we mentor that we care about them and we want to be engaged in their lives.
We are successful because we focus on changing lives by doing what we do well –
mentoring youth.
Mentoring is so powerful in directing lives that we seek to spread its practice in all our
communities. That led us in 2011 to launch a new effort to expand our revolutionary mentoring
movement through a “best practices” model which shares our knowledge with community
partners and collaborators. Our goal is to create a single network with a common focus –
mentoring – to develop the next generation. We celebrate that 125,000 students were guided
“the 100 Way” in 2011, but many more are not receiving the one-on-one support they need.
Every year as I look back at our work I ask myself: Did we do enough? Did we change a life for the
better? As a result of our programs and efforts did we empower a man to find a job, provide for his
family, or take an active role in his community? Did our presence in our communities matter?
As I reflect back on 2011 my heart swells with pride. I think about the book bag drives, the
health and college fairs, and the “face time” with each of our mentees.
In 2010, I challenged our membership to “stand up” and address the state of emergency
in our communities concerning our youth. This report highlights the 100’s good work during
2011. We are making progress. Yet, there is still a tremendous amount of work to be done.
Blacks here and abroad are still over represented in areas such as incarceration, illiteracy,
poverty, HIV, and so many other illnesses.
Our influence continues to grow internationally. We have chapters in London, Birmingham
(England), and Turks and Caicos; and interest groups in Europe, the Caribbean, Canada,
South America, and Africa. We are also incorporating a global perspective
in our education efforts. For example, our DeKalb (Georgia)
Chapter sent six of its Leadership Academy students and three adults to Ghana, where they
studied that country’s culture, educational system, government, military, and lifestyle for six
months under the chapter’s International Program.
I am extremely appreciative of all of our members, partners and collaborators who participate in
this cause with us. Our individual contributors, sponsors, and corporate donors provide the financial
resources. Our community partners and volunteers provide the bandwidth, with our members, to
furnish the services that are making such a difference. Collectively we are a team that is making
the slogan – “Together we know no bounds” – a reality.
– Chairman of the Board Albert E. Dotson, Jr.
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MISSION
The mission of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is to improve the quality
of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic
opportunities for all African Americans.
Vision
The 100 seeks to serve as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents
to create environments where our children are motivated to achieve, and to
empower our people to become self-sufficient shareholders in the economic and
social fabric of the communities we serve.
values
100 Black Men of America, Inc. is committed to the intellectual development of
youth and the economic empowerment of the African American community based
on the following precepts: respect for family, spirituality, justice, and integrity.
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Programs
In serving 125,000 youth annually, the 100 has focused our programs into “Four for the FutureTM” strategic areas:
Health & Wellness, Education, Economic Empowerment, and Mentoring. These programmatic cornerstones
of our Mission, Vision, and Values are making a fundamental difference in the lives of youth around the world. They
also provide the linkage between all of our chapters – the 100 as one. The following sections highlight some of the
activities of our chapters in these four areas.
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Mentoring the 100 Way Across A LifetimeSM
We begin and end with mentoring because we truly believe that “What They See Is
What They’ll Be”®. And it is effective – according to new research from David DuBois,
Ph.D., “Mentoring is a strategic intervention that gives communities a way to multiply
their support for young people.” We have known this for years through partnering
with young people as role models to help them reach their potential.
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The same challenges facing African American youth in the U.S. are facing our young people
abroad. For over ten years, our chapter members in London have been impacting the lives
of the city’s black youth. That chapter has identified community mentoring as a priority because of
the particular pressures and difficulties facing young children of African and Caribbean descent in
London today. For their work, the 100 Black Men of London Chapter was recognized as Chapter
of the Year in 2011 for their efforts in Mentoring the 100 Way Across A LifetimeSM.
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The 100 Black Men of Stamford (CT) have found unique ways to mentor youth and stimulate their minds as
well. Through the Youth Summit & Chess Club, mentees from the chapter and youth from the surrounding area
gather to have an open dialogue about the issues that are plaguing their community. The youth present questions,
problems and concerns to the members of the 100 Black Men of Stamford. The ensuing discussions involve
listening to the youth so the issues and problems they face can be addressed. At the conclusion of the summit, the
mentees and mentors participate in a Chess Tournament and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place mentee winners are granted
college scholarships.
The 100 Black Men of Omaha has a 100% graduation rate in their Young
Men Mentoring Institute, while working in a school system with a 35%
graduation rate. They accomplish this by careful selection of the mentees,
engaging parents, and providing learning experiences through workshops and
attending events with their mentees. Youth are group mentored until they reach
the 11th grade, after which they are provided a one-on-one mentor relationship.
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Advocating for a Brighter Future
Advocacy for our programs and for the issues affecting our children and
communities in general is a crucial component of education. Often we advocate
for those who are marginalized and lack a voice. Action begins with knowing the
issues and the ramifications if those issues are not addressed, and then building
coalitions and an advocacy platform to implement in the communities we serve.
We are bringing many of these issues to the forefront within our vision and mission,
including education and health disparities, the lack of economic opportunities, and net neutrality which advocates
equal access to technology.
The 100 Black Men of DeKalb (GA), received the 2011 Chapter of the Year Award because of its
significant education advocacy initiative. This chapter has always believed that the whole community needs
to be involved in addressing educational issues that reveal the following alarming statewide statistics for
minority males: 40% high school dropout rate; 35% rate of incarceration; and only an 8% college graduation
rate. That is why DeKalb developed a new program, in conjunction with the county’s PTA, for an aggressive
effort called the Men’s Initiative. A key component of the Initiative is MEN CARE!. The chapter collaborates
with county leaders, health and wellness consultants, mentors, corporate representatives, local police, and
other community organizations to locate resources, partnerships and sponsorships to help our minority males.
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The Sacramento Chapter of the 100 Black Men exemplifies the very effective strategy of building deep and
sustained relationships with key partners to address community issues. Through relationships with local Boys & Girls
Clubs, the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, and others, the brothers in Sacramento are successfully addressing issues
facing the total environment of the city’s youth. These men are building a village for the children of Sacramento.
The Sacramento Chapter also sponsors a series of presentations on issues of importance to African American
male students and their parents. Last year, they held their 22nd Annual African American Young Males
Conference. Five hundred fifty youth and parents from the Northern California area attended to hear about
the black male role model, best practices on how to mentor youth, and effective parent-child communications.
For their efforts, Sacramento was recognized as a 2011 Chapter of the Year for Education.
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Promoting Health and Wellness
The 100’s health and wellness priorities are to: 1) raise awareness of health disparities and
solutions; and 2) provide access to health care and wellness information that promotes behavior
change resulting in a healthier lifestyle for our young people and communities. An area that
received more emphasis in 2011 was childhood obesity.
As a member organization of the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation,
the 100 Black Men of America is focused on improving the health and overall
well-being of young people through structured physical fitness training and
wholesome food choices. We have made a strong commitment to energy balance
– taking fewer calories in and expending more calories out through physical
activity. The 100’s dedicated vehicle for pursuing energy balance is called Youth
Movement, a program that helps students improve their lifetime health.
The 100 Black Men of Albany (GA) partnered with the Phoebe Putney Memorial
Hospital to enhance its annual health fair. The 100 members were trained to
counsel fair attendees — who are often underserved in health care and disease
prevention — to encourage them to find a medical provider in order to receive
routine primary care. Chapter members also counseled participants to follow up
on abnormal screening results they received at the health fair. These coaches also
encouraged men 50 and older to talk with a doctor about colonoscopy screening.
For two consecutive years, the Albany Chapter has been recognized at the 100
Annual Conference as Chapter of the Year for their work in Health & Wellness.
The 100 Black Men of Jacksonville made 2010-2011 “The Year of Tackling the Big C”. They directed much
of their Health & Wellness initiatives towards educating the community about various forms of cancer and
preventive strategies. They were awarded health-based grants from organizations such
as the American Cancer Society and the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Minority
Health. Through conferences, symposia, health screenings, and awareness events such
as Relay for Life, Men Tackling The Big C improved the overall health and wellness of
Duval County residents by specifically focusing on the health outcomes of minority males.
For their efforts, the 100 Black Men of Jacksonville was recognized as Chapter of the
Year in Health & Wellness.
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We participated with AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) on a Tele-Town
Hall Meeting which provided information about the potential benefits of the health care law,
Affordable Care Act (ACA). The 100’s Chairman, Albert Dotson Jr., served as the moderator
of the call-in program which covered the impact of the new law for those on Medicare, covered
by an individual plan, or those who are uninsured. In addition to coordinating the Q&A with
AARP’s health policy expert, Nicole Duritz, Chairman Dotson emphasized the 100’s commitment
to health and wellness and the importance of being informed.
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Chapters that also sponsored health fairs with early detection screenings included: Detroit, Charlotte,
Chattanooga, Bradley County (Ohio), Milledgeville (GA), Long Beach, and Northwest Georgia. In
addition, the St. Louis Chapter promoted an annual Prostate Cancer Survivors & Awareness Walk to
spotlight the dangers of prostate cancer in African American men.
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Economic Empowerment
100 Black Men of America views economic empowerment as a critical necessity
to a just society, not only here in the United States, but for black people around
the world. We define economic empowerment as the ability to self-determine
our dreams, pursue them, and ultimately realize them by establishing the
mechanisms to sustain generational wealth. Our programmatic initiatives
promote generational economic self-sufficiency through financial literacy, family
wealth building, and entrepreneurship.
The Los Angeles Chapter of the 100 Black Men, named Chapter of the Year
for Economic Empowerment, has established programs that teach youth receiving
their Young Black Scholars (YBS) scholarships how to enhance their reasoning
skills and how to develop an entrepreneurial business plan. Their members are also
encouraged to sponsor Black Expos and economic events to educate consumers
about products and services generated from black-owned businesses.
One former YBS recipient, Kristin T. Jones, is the Special Assistant and Personal
Aide to First Lady Michelle Obama. The LA Chapter’s YBS program mentored
Kristin throughout high school and college. She ultimately became the Valedictorian
for the African American Studies Department at the University of California.
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One of the flagship programs for the 100 Black Men of Chicago is the
College Scholarship Fair. Annually since 2003, nearly 200 colleges and
universities interact with approximately 5,000 students and adults at the
fair. To date, thousands of students have been offered acceptance into a
college or university, and over $10 million in scholarships were offered
through the fair in 2011.
The Chicago Chapter was recognized as Chapter of the Year for
Economic Empowerment.
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Through their Economic Empowerment program, 100 Black Men of Savannah and BB&T bank are providing
high school students with the tools they need to succeed in the world of business. Through mentoring sessions
and financial workshops, mentees learn financial wisdom and global business skills. Based upon its success
in 2010, the program expanded in 2011 at Johnson High School. At the end of the program, four students
are awarded college scholarships.
Other chapters, including Las Vegas and Western Pennsylvania, delivered financial literacy programs –
coupled with mentoring – that promote economic empowerment.
Athletics And Academics
The 100’s focal point of improving public education is supporting high-performing schools. After receiving
a planning grant from a major foundation, we developed and submitted a formal business plan for Project
SOAR, which is intended to improve the college and career readiness of students in the communities
the 100 serves and increase the number of high-performing public schools, traditional and charter,
available to these students. We are hopeful to receive an implementation grant which, through implementing
our plan for Project SOAR, would allow the 100 to significantly contribute to the achievement of academic
excellence of disenfranchised African American youth.
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During 2011, the Alton (Illinois) Chapter completed the third year of its 100 W.A.Y.$. Financial Literacy
program. The acronym stands for Wealth Achieved by Youth Strategically. The program teaches money management
to 15 to 20 low-income, predominately African American, male students in grades ten through twelve.
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Last summer the Jackson (MS) Chapter set out to lower youth drowning
rates, raise awareness and get kids to learn water safety through swimming
lessons. Research showed that drowning fatalities for African Americans was
1.3 times higher than whites and the rate of drowning for African American
children ages five to 14 is 3.1 times higher than the rate of white children in
the same age range. The goal was to teach 125 students to swim over the
course of the summer. By offering the swimming lessons, the Jackson Chapter
is making a concerted effort to eradicate swimming related deaths in in the city.
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The 100 Black Men of Central Virginia provided mentoring for students in the
“M Cubed” program in the Albemarle County Middle Schools. This program, specifically
for African American boys, was designed to address an 80-point achievement gap in math
tests scores between black and white students. The program focuses on beginning algebra,
which is considered a prerequisite for success in school. After two years of the program, an independent third
party evaluator verified that African American males’ math scores increased an average of 24 points while white
males increased an average of 8 points, thereby reducing the achievement gap by 16 points.
Youth Competitions
The 100 Black Men of Madison (WI) has partnered with the Madison Metropolitan
School District for the past 16 years to conduct its African American History
Challenge Bowl. This competition has produced two national junior division
(middle school) champions. The Challenge Bowl achieves its goal of encouraging
pride, self-worth and an appreciation of the African American legacy and culture
through a challenging and fun way for students to expand their knowledge of
African American history.
The Baton Rouge Chapter is using the 100’s Dollars & $ense Program to teach
financial literacy which emphasizes the rewards of good financial management.
After completing the eight-week program, students compete in the Baton Rouge
Area Investment Challenge competition.
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Scholarship Opportunities
An important aspect of sustaining relationships with the youth mentor is helping them
continue their education after graduating from high school. Of course, this involves mentoring
them to achieve good grades, but also often includes helping them find the financial resources
to attend college. The 100 Black Men of America partners with corporations, foundations,
and individuals to ensure continued education of students through scholarships. These
scholarships allow deserving students to continue their post-secondary education to achieve
their full potential.
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The 100 Black Men of Central Illinois joined with the NAACP and provided scholarships to send 60 students
– kindergarten through fifth grade – to summer school. The chapter was recognized by the city of Bloomington
for these efforts, which came in the face of school district budget cuts.
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The 100 Black Men of South Florida held a two-day college and scholarship fair at the Overtown Youth Center in Miami
and $30 million in scholarships were awarded to the participants. Forty colleges and universities and 4,000 high school
students participated. Of the youth attendees, 1,900 received college acceptances. The 100 has used this model around
the country as a way to bring colleges and universities and their resources directly to underserved communities.
The Virginia Peninsula Chapter continues to aggressively offer scholarships to high school seniors based
on academic standing, need, character, and career goals. As of 2011, the chapter had supplied $100,000 in
scholarship funds to 40 students. Twelve of these students have also been named National 100 Scholarship
Program recipients and 18 have graduated with degrees.
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Collegiate 100
®
Our mentoring program could not be as impactful as it is without our
college program, the Collegiate 100®. The Collegiate 100®, an auxiliary
organization to the 100 Black Men of America, draws its membership
primarily from male African American college students through chapters
on university campuses across America. The participants assist the
parent organization with the mentoring and tutoring of college students in
the communities in which they live.
In Atlanta, the Collegiate 100® specifically teaches Life Skills modules,
tutors Project Success Scholars, and serves as mentors as well.
Additionally, the Collegiate 100® assists in our Rites of Passage and
Leadership Training programs. The Collegiate 100® chapter in Atlanta is
comprised of representatives from local Atlanta colleges and universities,
including Agnes Scott College, Atlanta Metropolitan College, Berry
College, Clark Atlanta University, Georgia State University, Georgia
Institute of Technology, the Interdenominational Theological Center,
Morehouse College, and Spelman College.
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The 100 Black Men of Savannah’s Collegiate 100® Chapter of Armstrong Atlantic State University
received national honors as the runner-up Collegiate 100® Chapter of 2011. The award is based on the
Collegiate 100’s® accomplishments in the areas of community service, academic excellence, and serving as
campus role models.
The Louisville Collegiate 100® Chapter is an example to all of us in meeting our community where they are
in their lives. For Louisville that means engaging their fellow young brothers and sisters online. Via Facebook,
Twitter and other digital media, the Louisville men are introducing the 100 and the work that we do to many
people who may have otherwise not known us.
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2011 Annual Conference
(25th Annual 100 Black Men of America Conference)
The 100 convened in San Francisco for its historic 25th Annual Conference on
June 9 -12, 2011. In fact, the theme of the conference was, Celebrating 25 Years of
Mentoring Leadership: 1966-2011. We were warmly welcomed to the city at a preconference reception hosted by San Francisco Mayor Edwin Lee, and well-attended
by other dignitaries including Attorney General Kamala Harris and former mayor
and California Speaker of the House, Willie Brown. Our attendees enjoyed the city’s
hospitality throughout the conference.
Following a Kick-Off Celebration, we heard from Chairman Albert E. Dotson,
Jr., who delivered a retrospective on the 100 Black Men of America’s 25
Years of Mentoring Leadership. Our Legacy Partners (our longest standing
partners over our 25 year history) were honored as well, and the newest
chapter of the 100 was introduced: 100 Black Men of Greater Richmond.
A workshop entitled, “From Programs to Policies – Strategies for Eliminating
Health Inequalities” was held, featuring a world class panel of doctors. They
discussed both the social and behavioral determinants of health and the various
policy approaches to help ensure health equality.
The Issues Summit focused on education and the various issues that are plaguing
our education system. Allan Golston, President of U.S. Program for The Bill and
Melinda Gates Foundation, delivered a keynote address that emphasized the
importance of having high-performing schools in our communities.
The Women of Influence panel discussed the importance of sisterhood mentoring and
cultivating female talent. Our youth were featured in a Salute to Youth Luncheon and in
competitions that drew the most senior and junior high school teams we have ever had from
across the country.
A highlight of each year’s 100 Black Men of America Annual Conference is the Community
Empowerment Project (CEP). The goal of the CEP is to leave a sustainable social and
educational impact on the host city through informational and engaging activities and
events. Oakland’s McClymonds High School was the location of the CEP for the 2011
Conference. The school’s strong ties and commitment to Oakland and its residents
made it an excellent choice. As part of the CEP, members of the community, media, and
representatives of the 100 benefited from health screenings, robotics demonstrations,
and seminars on disaster preparedness, getting fit, and financial planning.
Numerous awards were presented during the conference in celebration of the work
done by chapters and individuals the previous year. The attendees celebrated these
accomplishments at the most heavily attended Black Tie Gala in the 100’s history,
featuring Ledisi and Doug E. Fresh.
The conference could not have been successful without our many corporate sponsors.
We sincerely thank them.
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“Conference is one of my favorite times of the year. The conference is the
rare occasion when I have the opportunity to hear from all of our chapters
on their successes, challenges, and perspective on where
we are as an overall organization in terms of impacting the lives
of the communities that we serve. It also serves as an annual
opportunity for members, mentees, stakeholders, and staff to
mobilize and celebrate our year-long accomplishments.”
– Albert E. Dotson, Jr.
Chairman 100 Black Men of America
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“Two things stood out to me very prominently even by the start of the opening
reception at city hall. First of all there was the membership. On the chartered bus
ride from the convention site to city hall, I was able to meet several brothers and
was immediately impressed with each individual’s prominence nationally as well
as within their respective communities which was balanced well with a down-toearth humility. The second thing that jumped out was the quality of the conference.
Everything was done with such class that I was made proud and inspired simply by
being there.
Another area that really impressed me was the presence and participation of youth.
I cannot say enough about the presentations and youth competitions. What was so
impressive is that the kids were presenting on materials that generally are not taught
in schools which indicated to me that there was a lot of time and energy invested in
these young people.”
– C. Spencer Platt
Participant of the 100 Black Men of Austin,TX
Interest group
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“The 25th Annual Conference of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. was truly an
outstanding event for the 100 Black Men of Montgomery. We brought approximately
14 youth to the conference and they had an outstanding time. It was a great
experience for them to compete in the Dollars & $ense competition. It gave them
a sense of what it felt like to be a businessman and educated them on the importance
of understanding financial matters. Our chapter members really benefited from the
workshops and seminars. We left San Francisco with more than enough information
to enhance our mentoring programs and came back to Montgomery with more of an
understanding as to how we can improve our community.”
– President William “Bill” McCladdie
100 Black Men of Greater Montgomery, Inc.
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“I was deeply touched and honored to win the inaugural Knight Leadership Award
last year. Leonard Knight was a giant in our organization. He was an amazing leader
in the Phoenix, Arizona community and in our nation. His hard work and tireless
commitment to mentoring and leadership development magnified the reputation of
the 100 Black Men of America. Leonard has inspired me to work hard every day to
help uplift our children. I am humbled to walk in his shadow.”
– Dr. Mark Alexander
Knight Leadership Award recipient and
chairman, Health & Wellness committee
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“I am truly honored and humbled to be the 2011Wimberly Award recipient. The
100 Black Men of America, Inc. is an organization that I am immensely proud to be
associated with. Although this award is given to a person that has exemplified the
values of the late Bill Wimberly, it would be remised if I did not share this award
with the members of the Collegiate 100® and their Chapter Advisors, for all their
hard work, dedication and tireless commitment they have given in developing the
Collegiate 100®. Being recognized for this award will make me continue to work that
much harder to furthering the mission of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and also
the Collegiate 100®.”
– Tony Jeffreys
Collegiate 100 Chairman and
2011 Wimberly Award recipient
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Our Schools And Academies
Operating Under the 100 Brand
We continue to direct resources to creating environments which maximize learning for underserved African
American children and their unique needs. As a leader in mentoring, educating and empowering youth, it was
a natural progression for the 100 Black Men to become partners, sponsors and in some locations, operators
of public charter schools.
The Saturday Leadership Academy, sponsored by the Greater Columbia Chapter, is a nine-week intervention
program, followed by a Lifelong Citizenship Mentoring Program. The academy is designed to motivate young
men of middle to high school age to achieve a higher level of success in school and as citizens. A mentor is
assigned to the young men upon completion of the Intervention Program. The mentors continue to work with the
young men, making available to them the resources of the 100, which includes scholarship funds for college.
The 100 Black Men of Metro Lake Charles (LA) led the creation and opening of the Lake Charles Charter
Academy in 2011. The Academy is a SACS accredited, tuition-free public charter school serving students in
grades K-8 who reside in Calcasieu Parish. Its mission is to provide students with the necessary tools and
skills needed to develop superior levels of achievement. In its first academic year, the Academy received 1,700
applications for 637 available seats.
The 100 Black Men of Memphis continues to sponsor the Memphis Academy of Health Sciences (MAHS).
Now in its sixth academic year, MAHS equips students with the necessary skills to be competitive in the
21st Century. Students are taught the ability to read, write, speak and calculate with clarity and precision.
Successful transition to high school is a primary goal for all.
The 100 Black Men of Charlotte developed a partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, KIPP
Charlotte Academy, and the Urban League of Central Carolinas. Through this partnership, students develop
self-esteem and an appreciation for education. Students attend Saturday Academies and bi-monthly workshops.
Workshop topics include: citizenship, leadership development, life skills, study skills, financial literacy, cultural
enrichment, and community service. Hundreds of KIPP Charlotte students have participated in the Saturday
Academy. The school requires all students to log their community service hours to meet graduation requirements.
A middle school in the Atlanta Public School system supported by the Atlanta Chapter, B.E.S.T. (Business,
Engineering, Science and Technology) Academy, is committed to providing a quality educational
experience for every student that will successfully prepare them to compete, succeed, and lead within a
global society. The pupils at B.E.S.T. demonstrated what makes the school so dynamic when a delegation
of students competed in SECME (Southeastern Consortium for Minorities in Engineering) Atlanta’s
Annual Engineering Competition last winter. As part of the competition, students designed mouse trap cars
according to specifications outlined by SECME, participated in team interviews, and created technical reports
for the prototypes created. As a result, B.E.S.T. students advanced to the National Competition Finals which
were hosted at the University of Alabama last summer.
The 100 Academy of Excellence, which is affiliated with the 100 Black Men of Las Vegas, understands the
first step to building our leaders of tomorrow starts with instilling confidence and pride in their students. Each
morning before they do anything else, the students recite their daily affirmations.
The affirmations speak to how we as the 100 approach our work in community
improvement. “I believe in myself and my ability to do my best at all times. I will
act in such a way that I will be proud of myself and others will be too. I will not
waste this day because this day will not come again.” This school has a waiting
list because parents recognize the quality of the education it delivers.
The 100 Black Men of the Bay Area is countering the trends of educational
inequality among students in Oakland by starting a charter school that will target the
needs of African American boys. The 100 Black Men of the Bay Area Community School
was unanimously approved by the Oakland Unified School District and is expected to
open in the fall of 2012 with 375 students in grades kindergarten and 4-7.
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2011 in Summary
In 2011 we continued to develop and coalesce our organization and its 116 chapters to make up a unique
global network that is united and strengthened by our collective expertise, and speaking with one voice. When
it concerns problems facing the African American community – the 100 is one! We expanded our mentoring
network to include more partners, sponsors, community organizations, business leaders, and volunteers
committed and working collaboratively for youth, families, and communities. We grew our partnerships with K-12
public schools, both traditional and charter, with emphasis on reading, math, and STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics) programs. Our key metrics continue to be strong: 125,000 students were
served and $63,459,276 in college scholarships was awarded through our efforts.
Our 41 Collegiate 100 chapters continued to pass along the mentoring and relationship-building experiences to
K-12 students and actively support our mission across the U.S.
Our 100 members continued to work collaboratively to meet needs in our communities through empowerment
workshops; seminars and fairs that delivered free health screenings; fitness, science and technology
experiences; and wellness and financial literacy education for the entire family.
During 2011 we also celebrated our 25th anniversary as a national and international organization underpinned
by a legacy that reaches back to 1963. In summary, we continued our history of successfully coming together
to advocate locally, impact regionally and lead globally.
2011 Financials
The following financial statements reflect the 100 Black Men of America, Inc.’s 2011 operating year, which
ended June 30, 2011. The 100 has always understood the responsibility to efficiently and effectively manage
the resources for which we have been entrusted. Management of those financial resources has resulted in
an overall increase in unrestricted net assets for the year, while at the same time being able to meet the
expectations of members, donors and sponsors.
We continue to exceed industry norms in the management of our administrative costs as total fundraising and
management and general costs were under 18% for the year. More than 82% of funds and donors’ and sponsors’
investment at the national level went directly to serving our youth and communities through programs.
Condensed statement of Activities — twelve months ended june 30, 2011
Revenues
Government Grant
$450,000
Private (Individual) Donors
$131,757
Corporations & Foundations (Sponsors)
$3,006,392
In-Kind Contributions (Sponsors)
$1,274,577
PUBLIC SUPPORT
$250,800
Special Events - Conferences
$359,856
Investment Income
OTHER SUPPORT
TOTAL ALL REVENUES
8%
$10,177
55%
23%
$1,085
$621,918
$5,484,644
Expenditures
Mentoring & Training
Ecomonic Empowerment
Health & Wellness
Education (Including Scholarships)
Total Chapter PRograms
3%
2%
6%
$166,775
$95,609
14%
$313,303
$4,514,573
$184,884
Management & General
$778,658
TOTAL ALL Expenditures
3%
$3,938,886
Fundraising
Total supporting services
1%.5%
$4,862,726
Chapter Membership Dues & Assessments
Other Income
5%
7%
$963,542
$5,478,115
72%
Consistent with our goal to become the preeminent mentoring
organization in the world, during 2011, 87% of our program expenses
went to Mentoring & Training, 4% to Economic Empowerment, 2% to
Health & Wellness, and 7% to Education (including scholarships).
As we move forward, we will continue to provide our members,
chapters, donors and sponsors with the kind of stewardship of your
investment that is expected and deserved.
The financials reflected herein are taken from the most recent audit
of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., which was an unqualified
opinion, the highest level of assurance that an auditor can offer on an
organization’s financial statements. In addition to receiving an unqualified opinion, the auditor also reported no
deficiencies in our internal controls, nor were there any violations of laws, regulations, or sponsor agreements.
Condensed Statement of Financial Position as of June 30, 2011
Assets
Cash & Investments
Prepaid Expenses
Accounts Receivables
Promises to Give
Other Assets
Property & Equipment
TOTAL Assets
$769,802
$7,782
$23,755
$1,110,101
$48,997
$177,736
$2,138,173
Liabilities & Net Assets
Accounts Payable & Accrued Expenses
$1,144,705
Deferred Revenue
$48,997
Debt Obligations
$171,991
Total Liabilities
$1,365,693
Unrestricted Net Assets
$451,580
Temporarily Restricted Net Assets
$320,900
Total Net Assets
TOTAL Liabilities & Net Assets
$772,480
$2,138,173
2011 Executive
Team
Chairman of the Board
Mr. Albert E. Dotson, Jr., Esq.
Member At Large
Mr. Jeffrey L. Jackson
Vice Chairman of Operations
Mr. Curley M. Dossman, Jr.
Member At Large
Mr. Marvin Dickerson
Vice Chairman of Development
Mr. John S. Kendall, Esq.
Conventions & Meetings Chair
Mr. Kevin L. Patterson
Vice Chairman of Finance
Mr. Frank L. Hayes
Collegiate 100 Chair
Mr. Anthony Jeffreys
Vice Chairman of Programs
Dr. Howard Rasheed
Chapter Development Committee Chair
Mr. Murvin S. Enders
Secretary
Mr. Anthony B. O’Neill, Sr., Esq.
Evaluations Committee Chair
Mr. Samuel A. Horton
General Counsel
Mr. James “Mac” Hunter, Esq.
Leadership Development Chair
Dr. Edward Brown
Member At Large
Mr. Phil Banks, Jr.
President Emeritus
Dr. William H. Hayling
Member At Large
Dr. LaDelle Olion
President Emeritus
Mr. Nathaniel R. Goldston, III
Member At Large
Mr. Robert B. Tapley
President Emeritus
Mr. Thomas W. Dortch, Jr.
2011 Staff
Senior VP, Development
Dwayne Crawford
Chapter Member Services Coordinator
Amber Miller
Senior VP, Operations/Events
Charmaine Gatlin
Senior Staff Accountant
Lois Peart
Consultant, Programs
Beverly Ferguson
Security
Stan Savage
Vice Chairman of Finance
Frank Hayes
Manager of Office and Travel Logistics
Carol Stewart
Programs Manager
Trenese McNealy
Chapter Member Services Liaison
Amir Windom
2011 Sponsors
“We salute the 100 Black Men of America for its efforts to make a genuine difference in our communities every day. It is crucial that we give all of our children
and young adults the educational tools to ensure success. The 100 Black Men of America’s mentoring programs have the potential to impact hundreds of diverse
students and shape the next generation of leaders. At AT&T we share the 100 Black Men of America’s commitment. That’s why we do what we do: Connecting
people with good jobs and economic opportunity, donating time and talent, supporting the underserved, and promoting innovative educational programs that
create limitless possibilities for all. We believe in the power of You.”
Tanya Leah Lombard
Assistant Vice President, Public Affairs
“Macy’s is pleased to strategically partner with and invest in the important work of The 100 Black Men of America. The 100’s mission to mentor, educate and expose
young people to possibilities beyond their present circumstance is more relevant today than ever; and squarely aligns with Macy’s solid and long standing commitment
to Corporate Social Responsibility. I have been most impressed with the organization’s strong leadership, transparent operational style, dedicated and accomplished
membership, and consistent track record of results. Together, we are striving to build stronger and more vibrant communities to live, work and do business.“
William Hawthorne
SVP, Diversity Strategies & Legal Affairs
“At Shell, our commitment to community and social responsibility spans more than 50 years with more than a billion dollars in contributions, targeting
investments in high-impact nonprofits that closely align with our business needs as well as the needs of the community. Our partnership with the 100 Black Men
of America strengthens this legacy by supporting Math and Science Camps that inspires the next generation of critical thinkers who will deliver breakthroughs in
science, technology, and engineering. These future leaders will be essential not only to help solve increased global demands of energy, water and food resources,
but to fortify communities through economic opportunities that improve the quality of life and impact long-term change.
We commend the 100 Black Men of America and their affiliate Chapters for their inspirational leadership, and their commitment to lift and sustain communities
across the United States. We are proud to be a partner in your endeavors.”
Dr. Frazier Wilson
Vice President, Shell Oil Company Foundation
Manager, Social Investment
“UPS commends the 100 Black Men for their unique approach to guiding today’s youth towards tomorrow’s success. The 100 uses mentorship as a form of coaching and
counseling with a level of professionalism and efficacy that few organizations are able to achieve. We are proud of our long standing partnership and the 100’s dedication
to improving all of our communities.”
Eduardo Martinez
President, The UPS Foundation
“Walmart is committed to making a difference in the communities where we live and work. This is why we are proud to support the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., whose
mission is to improve the quality of life within those same communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African-Americans. We commend
the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., for its active involvement in the community, and standard of excellence in promoting mentoring, health and wellness, education and
economic development. The work that you do will continue to have a positive impact in communities throughout the United States. We look forward to continuing our
successful partnership for many years to come.”
Paul Busby
Regional General Manager, Vice President
100 Black Men of Albany, GA Inc.
Mr. Sanford Hillsman
100 Black Men of Columbus, GA, Inc.
Dr. Thomas Moffett
100 Black Men of Greater Kansas City, Inc.
Mr. Brian Foster
100 Black Men of Albany, NY, Inc.
Mr. Richard W. Harris
100 Black Men of Columbus, Inc.
Dr. John Robinson
100 Black Men of Greater Knoxville, Inc.
Mr. Arthur T. Patterson
100 Black Men of Alton, Inc.
Mr. Michael “Doc” Holliday
100 Black Men of Dekalb, Inc.
Mr. E. Lamont Houston
100 Black Men of Greater Lafayette, Inc.
Mr. Patrick Williams
100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc.
Mr. Gregory Hawkins
100 Black Men of Denver, Inc.
Mr. Gene Jackson
100 Black Men of Greater Little Rock, Inc.
Dr. John Miller, Jr.
100 Black Men of Augusta, Inc.
Mr. Herb O’Conner
100 Black Men of East Feliciana Parish, Inc.
Mr. Bennie C. Jones
100 Black Men of Greater Milwaukee, Inc.
Dr. Kenneth Harris
100 Black Men of Bay Area, Inc.
Dr. Mark Alexander
100 Black Men of Eastern North Carolina, Inc.
Mr. Johnny Ford, Jr.
100 Black Men of Greater Mobile, Inc.
Mr. Ricardo Woods
100 Black Men of Birmingham, Inc.
Mr. Carl J. Harper
100 Black Men of Flint, Inc.
Mr. David McGhee
100 Black Men of Greater Monroe, Inc.
Mr. Scott C. Miller
100 Black Men of Birmingham, UK, Inc.
Mr. Alston W. Owens
100 Black Men of Greater Akron, Inc.
Mr. Michael J. Irby
100 Black Men of Greater Montgomery, Inc.
Mr. Willie “Bill” McCladdie
100 Black Men of Bradley County, Inc.
Mr. Ronald Arnold
100 Black Men of Greater Auburn/Opelika, Inc.
Mr. Troy Booth
100 Black Men of Greater Richmond
Mr. Wendell B. Fuller
100 Black Men of Buffalo, Inc.
Mr. James Payne
100 Black Men of Greater Beaumont, Inc.
Mr. Vernon Durden
100 Black Men of Greater Seattle, Inc.
Mr. Danny Pearson
100 Black Men of Canton, Inc.
Dr. Leroy Lacy
100 Black Men of Greater Charlotte, Inc.
Mr. Brian Willis
100 Black Men of Greater Washington, D.C., Inc.
Mr. Michael E. Melton
100 Black Men of Cape Fear Region, Inc.
Mr. Delvin McAllister
100 Black Men of Greater Cincinnati, Inc.
Mr. John Moore
100 Black Men of Greater Youngstown-Warren, Inc.
Mr. M. Mike McNair
100 Black Men of Central Illinois, Inc.
Mr. Dale W Avery
100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland
Mr. Terry Maynard
100 Black Men of Grenada, Inc.
Mr. Frank Bradford
100 Black Men of Central Ohio, Inc.
Mr. John Jackson
100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc.
Mr. Dana Risi
100 Black Men of Indianapolis, Inc.
Mr. Acey Byrd
100 Black Men of Central Virginia, Inc.
Dr. Bernard L. Hairston
100 Black Men of Greater Dallas, Inc.
Mr. Robert B. Tapley
100 Black Men of Jackson, Inc.
Mr. Shelton Swanier
100 Black Men of Charleston, Inc.
Mr. Charles Johnson
100 Black Men of Greater Detroit, Inc.
Mr. Anton Chastang
100 Black Men of Jacksonville, Inc.
Dr. Levi H McIntosh, Jr.
100 Black Men of Chattanooga, Inc.
Mr. Erskine Oglesby
100 Black Men of Greater Ft. Lauderdale, Inc.
Mr. Dennis L. Wright
100 Black Men of Las Vegas, Inc.
Mr. Brian L. Pauling
100 Black Men of Chicago, Inc.
Mr. Jourdan Henry Sorrell
100 Black Men of Greater Hartford, Inc.
Mr. John Harris
100 Black Men of London England, UK Inc.
Mr. Olu Alake
100 Black Men of Coastal North Carolina, Inc.
Mr. James Moore
100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville, Inc.
Mr. James Matthewson, Jr.
100 Black Men of Long Beach, Inc.
Mr. Ahmed Saafir
100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.
Mr. Phil M. Andrews
100 Black Men of North Metro, Inc.
Mr. Dwight D. Kelly
100 Black Men of Syracuse, Inc.
Mr. Vincent B. Love
100 Black Men of Los Angeles, Inc.
Mr. Jewett L. Walker
100 Black Men of Omaha, Inc.
Mr. Tim Clark
100 Black Men of Tallahassee, Inc.
Mr. Chriss Walker
100 Black Men of Louisville, Inc.
Mr. Kevin Wigginton
100 Black Men of Orange County, Inc.
Mr. William “Bill” Lewis
100 Black Men of Tampa Bay, Inc.
Mr. Sean L. Dickerson
100 Black Men of Macon-Middle, Inc.
Mr. Clifford Whitby
100 Black Men of Orlando, Inc.
Mr. Ronald O. Rogers
100 Black Men of TRIAD, Inc.
Mr. Cornelius CC Lamberth
100 Black Men of Madison, Inc.
Dr. Floyd Rose
100 Black Men of Pensacola, Inc.
Mr. Samuel Horton
100 Black Men of Triangle East, Inc.
Mr. Rusty Lindsey
100 Black Men of Maryland, Inc.
Mr. Raymond W Lucas
100 Black Men of Philadelphia, Inc.
Mr. Fred Whiten
100 Black Men of Tulsa, Inc.
Mr. Marvin Blades
100 Black Men of Memphis, Inc.
Mr. Ronald Redwing
100 Black Men of Phoenix, Inc.
Mr. Jon Taylor
100 Black Men of Turks and Caicos, Inc.
Mr. Oswald Williams
100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge, Inc.
Dr. Adell Brown, Jr.
100 Black Men of Rome-NWGA, Inc.
Mr. Curtis B. Adams
100 Black Men of Upstate South Carolina, Inc.
Mr. Al Gray
100 Black Men of Metro Houston, Inc.
Mr. Frazier Wilson
100 Black Men of Sacramento, Inc.
Mr. Daniel J. Bryant
100 Black Men of Valdosta, Inc.
Mr. Roy W. Copeland
100 Black Men of Metro Lake Charles, Inc.
Mr. Jonald Walker
100 Black Men of San Antonio, Inc.
Mr. Bryan Chase
100 Black Men of Virginia Peninsula, Inc.
Mr. Wendell Braxton
100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans, Inc.
Mr. Kevin C. Hill
100 Black Men of Savannah, Inc.
Mr. Terry Enoch
100 Black Men of West Alabama, Inc.
Dr. Lowell K. Davis
100 Black Men of Metro. St. Louis, Inc.
Mr. William P. Luster
100 Black Men of Silicon Valley, Inc.
Mr. William “Bill” Kindricks
100 Black Men of West Georgia, Inc.
Mr. Carl Von Epps
100 Black Men of Middle Tennessee, Inc.
Mr. Charles Sueing
100 Black Men of Sonoma County, Inc.
Mr. Marion Walker
100 Black Men of West Tennessee, Inc.
Dr. Ernest T. Brooks
100 Black Men of Milledgeville-Oconee Area, Inc.
Mr. James Lunsford
100 Black Men of South Bend, Inc.
Mr. Seymour H. Barker
100 Black Men of West Texas, Inc.
Mr. Dwight McDonald
100 Black Men of Monterey Peninsula, Inc.
Mr. RJ Moye’
100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc.
Mr. Ellis A. Adger, Jr.
100 Black Men of Western Pennsylvania, Inc.
Mr. Ronald R. Lawrence
100 Black Men of Myrtle Beach, Inc.
Mr. Jesse L. Olds
100 Black Men of South Metro, Inc.
Mr. Charles Reddick
100 Black Men of New Jersey, Inc.
Mr. Jerrid Douglas
100 Black Men of Southeast Georgia, Inc.
Mr. Johnny Mathis
100 Black Men of New Providence, Inc.
Mr. Michael H. Wright
100 Black Men of St. Mary, Inc.
Mr. Clarence Robinson, Jr.
100 Black Men Inc. of New York
Mr. Phil Banks, Jr.
100 Black Men of Stamford, Inc.
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