JANS – While the 100 Black Men of Jackson Inc. prepares to celebrate 35 years of service at its annual banquet, leaders are already mapping ways to expand their footprint and guide an even larger group of young men across the city.
“We have seen the strength of all sectors working together to achieve both social and academic success for our mentees,” said Leroy Walker Jr., who helped start the local chapter. “Within the next three to five years, our goal is to grow the membership by 50 percent, increase our mentoring to reach 100 more mentees and five additional schools, and raise our financial standing to a self-sufficient level.”
The event, to be held at the Jackson Convention Complex at 7 p.m. on Oct. 18, highlights a mission that continues to guide the chapter’s work with young Black males who attend Jackson Public Schools. Volunteers provide academic, social, and physical support for mentees during school, after hours, and on weekends…