100 Black Men Future Leaders Scholarships Available

On behalf of Chairman Albert E. Dotson, Jr. and your Executive Leadership, we are proud to announce the next round of 100 Black Men of America Future Leaders Scholarships.

In 2011, the 100 Black Men of America and University of Phoenix launched a partnership that in part, provides $750,000 in scholarships to members of the 100 Black Men of America.

Presently, this partnership has yielded $200,000 in scholarships that were awarded to four members of the 100 Black Men of America at our 25th Annual Conference in San Francisco, CA.

Detaila of the scholarship are listed above. The submission deadline is October 10, 2011. 

If you have any questions regarding the Future Leaders Scholarship, please contact Dwayne Crawford at dwayne.crawford@100bmoa.org or scholarships@phoenix.edu.

Young Black Scholars Fundraiser

Tee It Up To Support Young Black Scholars

Some of you may or may not know, but I recently became a member of 100 Black Men of Los Angeles. One of our most effective programs is Young Black Scholars (YBS), which is dedicated to ensuring college preparation, leadership development, community responsibility and successful life planning for Southern California high school students.

To date, approximately 14,000 students have matriculated through the YBS program.

We will be holding our primary fundraiser for YBS on Monday, April 6th at Mountain Gate Country Club, and we would greatly appreciate your sponsorship and/or participation in our annual golf tournament.

Winners in all categories will receive trophies and other exciting prizes. In addition, the entry fee includes a continental breakfast, drinks/refreshments on the holes, lunch, dinner and a Mardi Gras show.

Funds raised allow us to assist YBS students in mastering standardized tests (i.e. PSAT, SAT, ACT) by providing a comprehensive test prep series. Low standardized tests scores continue to be a barrier for many Black students applying to major colleges and universities.

You can also sign-up by calling 323-295-2700, by e-mail at: ybsgolf@pacbell.net or online at
http://www.youngblackscholars.com/

Donations made to 100 Black Men of Los Angeles and/or Young Black Scholars are tax-deductible.

Free Prostate Cancer Screening--Saturday, Nov. 8th

Prostate Cancer Screening

Saturday, November 8, 2008

Annual Real Men Cook Prostate Cancer Screening Event in conjunction with the 100 Black Men of Los Angeles, Inc.

Trinity Baptist Church
2040 West Jefferson Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90018

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.


The prostate gland, although it is a tiny walnut sized gland in the male reproductive system, can cause big problems. Prostate cancer affects one in six American men in their lifetimes and in African-American men the statistics are one in three.

Some of the symptoms of prostate cancer may include difficulty in starting the urine flow, a weak or intermittent flow or a feeling that you cannot completely empty your bladder.

Family history plays a significant role as the leading risk factor, however diet is thought to be closely associated with prostate cancer. A diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in calcium and animal fat could be a preventative measure. Also, regular physical activity is associated with a decreased risk of prostate cancer.

Prostate cancer death rates are falling somewhat mainly due to early detection/screening and better treatment options. Though some lifestyle changes will decrease your risk of prostate cancer, it is important that African American men forty years of age or older should make time for prostate cancer screenings. If you can’t prevent it, you certainly want to catch it early and increase your chances for successful treatment.

Early Detection is Critical!