100 Black Men of Middle Tennessee, Incorporated

The 100 Black Men of Middle Tennessee, Inc. is a non-profit organization engaged in providing resources to further the academic and social development of students in Nashville and surrounding Middle Tennessee schools. It is a member-based organization comprised of business and industry leaders who invest both time and financial resources to accomplish the organization's mission "to nurture and enhance the growth, development and opportunities for young Black males of Middle Tennessee."

The organization was chartered as the 13th affiliate of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. in 1991. It is part of a growing consortium across America recognizing that America's most precious resource is its youth. Accordingly, as part of its services, the organization provides resources associated with developing academically sound students; pairing students with mentors; preparing them for roles of leadership; and working to improve social behaviors.

The 100 seeks to:

• Continue supporting the holistic development of our youth
• Enhance the quality and impact of current initiatives
• Establish new, creative initiatives that positively impact our youth
• Increase collaborations with organizations with similar missions

We strive to counter the many negative statistics most frequently associated with Black male youth. This group of Americans is frequently rated the lowest in critical areas including literacy, academic achievement, self-esteem, and positive lifestyle choices. The 100 is committed to maximizing the talents and gifts of Black male youth with what we call our “4 E’s to Success:” Education, Exposure, Experience and Encouragement.

Membership in the organization is open to African-American men who subscribe to the mission and who meet both the ethical and moral criteria established by the organization.