Letter from the 2022 Scholarship Gala Weekend Chairman
On behalf of 100 Black Men of DeKalb County, Inc. and the 2022 Scholarship Gala Committee, we are pleased to invite you to our annual fundraising event. Its a purpose-driven weekend honoring 5 graduates of The Leadership Academy, influential leaders and pillars in the community. As our guests during the scholarship gala weekend, we will provide everyone with a distinguished level of hospitality to make the 2022 Scholarship Gala Weekend an unforgettable experience for all. Join us to financially support our continued engagement and commitment to DeKalb County.
We look forward to seeing you there.
G. Bernard Levett, Jr.
President-Elect and Scholarship Gala Chairman
G. Bernard Levett, Jr.
President-Elect and Scholarship Gala Chairman
about the 100 Black Men of DeKalb
Founded in 1991, 100 Black Men of DeKalb, Inc. is a 501C(3) organization focused on mentorship, education and economic parity of youth in DeKalb County, GA. Operating as a certified chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc., 100 BMOD collaborates across an ecosystem of parents, educators, community and corporate sponsors to provide comprehensive mentoring to at-risk and underprivileged youth across DeKalb County.
2022 Scholarship Gala Committee
Andre Deas
President, 100 Black Men of DeKalb County, Inc
G. Bernard Levett, Jr.
President-Elect & Scholarship Gala Chair
Reginald Fortson
Scholarship Gala Co-chair
- Alvin Keitt
- Charlie Henderson
- George Shealy
- Jerome Francis
- John Hollins
- Johnston Pope
- Kenny Kirk
- Lavar Height
- Maurice Calhoun
- Merrill Wade
- Naim Shaheed
- Phillip Finch
- Robert Brown
- Roderick Cunningham
- Shemar Jones
- Sylvester Hopewell
- Theo Anderson
- Alvin Keitt
- Jerome Francis
- Kenny Kirk
- Merrill Wade
- Robert Brown
- Sylvester Hopewell
- Charlie Henderson
- John Hollins
- Lavar Height
- Naim Shaheed
- Roderick Cunningham
- Theo Anderson
LIESL WALDRON
Scholarship Gala Event Manager
- George Shealy
- Johnston Pope
- Maurice Calhoun
- Phillip Finch
- Shemar Jones
Our History
The 100 Black Men of Dekalb was formed in 1991 by 14 businessmen from Dekalb County. The men wanted an organization in their community where they could devote their time and resources.
The Leadership Academy, the flagship community program, was conceptualized in 1992 to target young African American boys who are the target group in the community and at risk. The Chapter Board of Directors empowered the President-Elect to proceed in establishing a leadership program through the DeKalb County Public School System. Working with the Chapter’s Education Committee and the DeKalb County School System these men began the program in three schools: Snapfinger, Wadsworth, and Knollwood Elementary Schools.
Today, The Leadership Academy has evolved into an expanded program that has served more than 1,500 youth in DeKalb County. The pillars of the program include mentorship, leadership, education & training, health & wellness, and economic empowerment. The program is supported through corporate donations and individual contributions.
The 100 Black Men of Dekalb County’s annual Scholarship Gala Weekend represents the largest fundraising event for the season. Once acclaimed as the Casino Royale, the event has evolved into a full weekend of events honoring Leadership Academy graduates and students, and community leaders. The Scholarship Gala Weekend presents the opportunity to highlight the work of 100 Black Men of Dekalb County while raising awareness and financial contributions. The fundraising supports the curriculum, activities, and scholarships offered to the students.
The 100 Black Men of Dekalb was formed in 1991 by 14 businessmen from Dekalb County. The men wanted an organization in their community where they could devote their time and resources.
The Leadership Academy, the flagship community program, was conceptualized in 1992 to target young African American boys who are the target group in the community and at risk. The Chapter Board of Directors empowered the President-Elect to proceed in establishing a leadership program through the DeKalb County Public School System. Working with the Chapter’s Education Committee and the DeKalb County School System these men began the program in three schools: Snapfinger, Wadsworth, and Knollwood Elementary Schools.
Today, The Leadership Academy has evolved into an expanded program that has served more than 1,500 youth in DeKalb County. The pillars of the program include mentorship, leadership, education & training, health & wellness, and economic empowerment. The program is supported through corporate donations and individual contributions.
The 100 Black Men of Dekalb County’s annual Scholarship Gala Weekend represents the largest fundraising event for the season. Once acclaimed as the Casino Royale, the event has evolved into a full weekend of events honoring Leadership Academy graduates and students, and community leaders. The Scholarship Gala Weekend presents the opportunity to highlight the work of 100 Black Men of Dekalb County while raising awareness and financial contributions. The fundraising supports the curriculum, activities, and scholarships offered to the students.
