Financial literacy classes were held for 35 students from Central High School in partnership with Wachovia Bank, covering topics like money management and credit. More classes may be planned involving parents. In 2010, several dozen young men participated in a sexual health program. An organization was established in 2011 to identify funding opportunities and partnerships to support educational programs. The organization has participated in annual events like a men and boys breakfast and college fair for three years. A mentoring program at Westlawn Middle School has served around 50 male students weekly for three semesters.

6. Held each February, the Men and Boys Breakfast has become one of the biggest events of year for the 100. At least two dozen colleges represented, many by members of 100 Black Men. Each boy attending receives a book from 100 Black Men.

9. WHAT THEY SEE IS WHAT THEY’LL BE (Percent of 41 students surveyed)

12. After two spring terms, the pizza party at the end of school year has become an “expected” event for students at Westlawn.

13. WHAT THEY SEE IS WHAT THEY’LL BE