We are pleased to share that @100BMO was named the Chapter of the Year at the 34th Annual @100BlackMen Conference. The awards showcase the outstanding programmatic efforts and accomplishments of chapters that advance the mission of the @100BlackMen. #MentoringAcrossALifetime
"During the 2018-2019 school year, 176 mentees were served through our mentoring initiatives. The 100 established or maintained a total of 103 mentor/mentee matches, a 15% increase from the previous school
year." #25thAnniversary #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way
"Mentors make a profound difference in the lives of their mentees, and in turn, strengthen our communities, economy and country." #25thAnniversary #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way
At the 100, for 25 years, real men have been giving their time! #25thAnniversary #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way
“The 100 Black Men of Omaha is an organization that is really reaching some of the men, young men that otherwise might be missed and not have the opportunity to have a mentor.”
-John Ewing, 100 BMO President Advisory Committee #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way #25thAnniversary
“It’s like being a male figure in our lives because we never had a father in our lives.” Hear what two brothers have to say about how their lives have changed because of their mentor. #100BlackMenOmaha #25thAnniversary #The100Way
"He mentors me which is cool but then seeing the people who mentor him makes me feel more comfortable because it's like he's going through the same thing as me, it makes me relate to him more." -Aven, 100 BMO mentee #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way #25thAnniversary
"Becoming the best person that I can be, I both need to be pouring into mentees and I need a mentor to pour into me." -Dr. Anthony Montegut, mentor #100BlackMenOmaha #25thAnniversary #The100Way
"When we were matched with Richard he was working a corporate job and you know he's big shot and it was like ok this is just going to be how you become like that...but ultimately it became so much more." -Parent of 100 BMO mentee #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way #25thAnniversary
Nearly a dozen students completed our Pathways to Success program this year. This year we couldn’t hold a ceremony, but mentors honored students by dropping off their reward. Congrats students! #25thAnniversary #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way
Throughout the summer we’ve remained committed to volunteering and mentoring safely! #25thAnniversary #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way
The 100 has held its Saturday Academy for 10 years. It’s the only tutoring program for elementary students in Omaha Public Schools. Certified teachers serve 2nd through 5th grade students. #25thAnniversary #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way
The 100 knows the importance of education to one’s life trajectory and the ability to achieve dreams. Our four education programs give our mentees access to education. #100BlackMenOmaha #25thAnniversary #The100Way
Mentors like Anthony are making a difference in the lives of youth! He’s taken two mentees under his wing and has become a father figure to them. Here’s their story. #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way #25thAnniversary
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Once a 100 BMO mentee, now CEO of the 100, Richard Webb is a perfect example of the profound impact of mentorship. #100BlackMenOmaha #The100Way #25thAnniversary
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Thank you Omaha for helping us make a difference for 25 years!
#25thAnniversary #The100Way #MenofHonor
Education is the key to opportunity and has been embedded in our mission since 1995. “Knowledge is power if you have access to it and can properly apply it.”
The 100 BMO has four education programs! #100BlackMenOmaha #MenofHonor
The 100 Black Men of Omaha has five mentoring programs which promote goal setting, positive decision-making, career exploration, high school graduation, and post-secondary education or military service. #100BlackMenOmaha #MenofHonor
This year has brought about unforeseen challenges and changes, but it hasn’t changed our mission! 2020 marks 25 years since 100 Black Men of Omaha has served young men ages 8-18 years old. We’re committed to helping our youth be respectful, responsible, and ready to lead! “Wh...
Did you know? Children with mentors are 55% more likely to enroll in college, 90% more interested in becoming a mentor and 130% more likely to hold leadership positions. “What they see is what they’ll be.” #100BlackMenOmaha #MenofHonor #25thAnniversary
