Concerned Black Men of Los Angeles celebrated another successful year of mentoring hundreds of at-risk youth at the nonprofit organization’s annual December gala.
This event, held at Diners Comfort Kitchen on Dec. 14, reflected the organization’s prominent role in the community by attracting current members, prospective volunteers, and leaders both past and present.
CBMLA is a mentoring and scholarship program that has been operating in Los Angeles County for 20 years and nationally for five decades, focusing on guiding young men and women of color.
The organization’s leaders say they have achieved their mission through robust programs such as Welcome to Manhood and Womanhood, which offer group and one-on-one mentorship, as well as the Emerging Leaders college prep program.
The CBMLA’s stated mission is to uplift black and brown youth. The organization reports serving 300 youths annually, supporting them with 74 active mentors and distributing $100,000 in total scholarship funding.
“We focus on providing guidance to young men and women through our programs,” said Richard Crawford, president of Concerned Black Men of Los Angeles. “This event was our appreciation to our membership and those connected with the organization who contribute financially or contribute their time.”…