We Are the 100 Black Men
of Greater Huntsville
20 Years in Action
History of the 100 Black Men
of Greater Huntsville, Inc.
In July 1999, Dr. Prince Preyer, Jr., Madison County District 6 Commissioner and Earnest L. Starks began exploring the creation of the Greater Huntsville Chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. The first meeting to seek affiliation with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. was well attended. The group quickly expanded and in December 1999, The 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville was formally chartered as a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that emphasizes the national focus on mentoring, education, health and wellness, and economic empowerment to empower youth to reach their fullest potential. Since its inception, the 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville has been funded by member dues, grants, fundraisers and private donations. Our two major fundraisers each year are the John Riche Memorial Golf Tournament and the Annual Holiday Gala.
Mentoring
Education
Wellness
Empowerment
Our Mission
The mission of the 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and to enhance educational and economic opportunities for our youth.
Our Vision
The 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville seek 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 Values
100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville, Inc. is committed to the intellectual development of youth and the economic empowerment of our community based on the following precepts:
- Respect for Family
- Spirituality
- Justice
- Integrity