Founded on June 24, 1989, the 100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc. (the “100”), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is a group of men in business, industry, public affairs, government and the professions who share a common goal of improving the quality of life for African-Americans and other minorities through mentorship. The founding members of the 100 believed that they needed to take a leadership role in combating the plagues of illiteracy, professional stagnation, and political and economic disenfranchisement in our community. The 100 was formed to provide its members with a vehicle through which the requisite action could be taken to improve conditions within our community. To that end, we have developed several programs to address these concerns, including the Dr. Harold Guinyard Leadership Academy (DHGLA), Positive Youth Development (PYD), Collegiate 100, Thanksgiving Food Drive, Christmas Shopping Spree, High School Summer Nursing & Health Sciences Academy, Middle School Summer Law Program, and Law Enforcement & Emergency Services Career Fair.
With a mission to improve the quality of life of our citizens and enhance educational opportunities for African- Americans, our members continue to serve as a strong force for overcoming cultural and financial obstacles, the achievements of African-American youth, emphasizing young African-American males.
As a part of the 100 Black Men of America’s “Four For The Future Initiative” Economic Development, Education, Health & Wellness and Mentoring, the South Florida Chapter is engaged in a targeted effort to provide holistic support for youth we serve.
MISSION STATEMENT
To improve the quality of life of our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans.
VALUE STATEMENT
The 100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc. is committed to the intellectual development of youth and the economic empowerment of the African-American community based upon the following precepts: Respect for Family, Spirituality, Justice and Integrity.
VISION STATEMENT
The 100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc. seeks to serve as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents to create an environment 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.Our Programs
4K
Staff and volunteers across SF
68K
Health & Wellness
62%
Invested in Education
1M
Invested in all our programs
SOUTH FLORIDA OFFICERS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Pierre E. Rutledge, President
Dennis Johnson, Vice President – Operations
Rev. Santarvis Brown, Vice President – Programs
Taj Echoles, Vice President – Development
Larry Spring, Vice President – Finance
Zimbalist Chalk, Secretary
Marven Julien, Parliamentarian/Historian
Damian Thomas, Esq., Immediate Past President
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ellis Adger, Chairman
Ralph Colimon
Daron Fitch
Gregory Gay
Glendon Hall
Stanley Leconte
Michael Stacks
Cliff Thomas
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