Empowering Families, Building Leaders
The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland Chapter provides a variety of educational, informative, and uplifting programs for the whole family. Our programs teach the necessary leadership and development skills to assist our mentees and their families in realizing and maximizing their full potential. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization.
Our Mission
The mission of the 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans.
Part of a Powerful National Network
We are a part of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. Nationally, there are over 103 chapters and more than 10,000 members. We are excited to share our interests with you and hope you find everything you need to stay informed about the “Work of the 100”.
Making a Lasting Impact
Please visit our site regularly for updates on the progress of our organization as we strive to serve our community and make a difference in the lives of the youth we serve.
We are thrilled about what we have achieved together over the past twenty-five years!
Real Men, Giving Real Time
The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Inc. serve as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents to create an environment in which Cleveland’s youth are motivated to achieve and are empowered to become self-sufficient shareholders in the economic and social fabric of their communities.
Mentoring is the essence of the Greater Cleveland 100. Through our signature programs of economic development, education, health & wellness, leadership development, mentoring, we aim to be Cleveland’s premier mentoring organization.
COMMITTED TO IMPACT. DEDICATED TO CLEVELAND.
From mentoring young men to strengthening families and uplifting our neighborhoods, we’re here to make an impact that lasts.
You are invited to Support
The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Inc. proudly presents our highly anticipated 2026 Evening of Excellence — an unforgettable night of elegance, celebration, inspiration, and community impact.
Join us on:
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Cleveland Marriott East
26300 Harvard Rd
Warrensville Heights, OH 44122
Reception — 5:00 PM
Program Begins — 6:00 PM
Guided by Mentorship. Grounded in Community.
Improving the Lives of Young Men
The 100 Black Men of Greater Greater Cleveland Inc. is one of many International Chapters with our National Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
The local chapter’s current membership is part of an international fellowship of 10,000+ committed volunteers who have impacted the lives of over 110,000 youth through mentoring and other programs designed to improve their quality of life.
Mentees benefit from educational enhancement programs and life skills training conducted by organization members and other community volunteers and partners.
200+
Youth Served Annually
10 scholarships
Awarded in 2025
1997
Year Founded
MENTORING THROUGH ACTION
Real Men Magazine
Celebrating Real Men Making Real Impact
The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Inc. has been educating and empowering youth for years. The 100 has educated African American youth, believing all children must access quality education regardless of race and socioeconomic status.
Real Men Magazine is a monthly publication of The Greater Cleveland Chapter. It serves as the voice of the Cleveland Chapter, which highlights our members and the activities we are doing in the community. It also features our supporters and partners.
“What They See Is What They’ll Be®”
is more than a motto. It is a source of motivation for all members of our 100 Black Men chapter network.
Additionally, our motto serves as a constant reminder that we must consistently commit ourselves to personify the type of people our children will look up to and emulate.
We fully embrace the immense responsibility we have to our mentees and our communities.
Our Partners
The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland invites you to support us
Your generous donation helps fund our impactful programs, which empower and uplift our youth. Together, we can continue shaping brighter futures.
Thanks for considering the 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Inc.
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