Running is a natural occurrence. As kids we all run and think nothing of it. We run to play, run in games, run after or away from something. Running is enjoyable and fun. When you are running, there is a sense and feeling of freedom. You feel the air passing by your face, the…
Different is the New Normal
Trish Smith ~ Mother of the 100 Black Men of Greater KC Mentees Today I was reading my Facebook page and saw that one of my favorite authors has done a Public Service Announcement regarding bullying. I was extremely pleased to see this. Bullying in schools has become a hot topic due to the news…
The Running 100 and Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure – August 14, 2011
On Sunday, August 14, 2011, the 100 Black Men of Greater Kansas City assembled a team of 7 to run in the Susan G. Komen “Race for the Cure”. It was a wonderful morning to run and a great cause to run for while demonstrating our support of breast cancer awareness and research. As a…
Health and Wellness Newsletter-August 2011
There are six classes of Essential Nutrients: proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and water. Each of these is needed to sustain life and each plays a key role with specific functions. We must get these nutrients from food because the body cannot manufacture them at all or fast enough to meet its needs. Proteins are…
Health and Wellness Newsletter – July 2011
Health and Wellness Newsletter July 2011 As we celebrate the independence of the United States on July 4th and the freedom from slavery for African Americans with the Juneteenth Celebration, June 13th thru 19th, the summer is filled with ‘barbecue’, ‘beverages of all kinds’ and ‘who cares it tastes good’ food choices. Life is about…
100 Black Men of America Celebrating 25 years of Mentoring Leadership
This month, the 100 Black Men of Greater Kansas City chapter sent 9 representatives to the national conference. The conference was attended by five members: Anthony Williams, Ottawa Williams, Larry Lester, David Ford and Jeffrey J. Davis. This year, four mentees were able to attend: Tyron Bridgewater, Perry Davis, Brendon and Darrian Tota. The conference…
Health and Wellness Newsletter – June 2011
A healthy population is the nation’s source of vitality, creativity, and wealth. Poor health drains the nation’s resources and raises health care costs for all. Healthy People reports, published each decade since 1980, set national health goals based on 10-year agendas. The latest report, Healthy People 2010, proposes two broad national goals: 1) Increase quality…
Sprint Foundation Grant Award
As of May, 27, 2011, the Sprint Foundation has awarded 20/20 Leadership and the 100 Black Men of Greater Kansas City a grant in the amount of $20,000 to support our 2011-12 partnership. This grant will us to establish a partnership to promote the importance academic excellence for middle, high school and collegiate African-American male…
Father of the Year – 2011
The 100 Black Men of Kansas City, Mo along with Kansas City Healthy Start’s Dedicated Dads program is proud to announce the second annual Father of the Year Ceremony will be held at the Bruce R. Watkins Cultural Heritage Center in Kansas City, Mo. Along with celebrating the success of many fathers, this year’s event…
25th ANNUAL 100 Black Men CONFERENCE, June 9th – 12th in San Francisco, CA – Marriott Marquis
For more information about the conference please go to the following link, http://www.100blackmen.org/events.aspx.