One Hundred Black Men, Inc.

A grassroots handshake with Harlem, this city holds organizations that never stop building. On Frederick Douglass Boulevard, a block where history leans into the present, sits a pillar of mentorship and leadership. Here, One Hundred Black Men, Inc. turns purpose into action each day. The nonprofit plants seeds for the next generation alongside programs in education, health, and economic empowerment.

Two-dozen blocks north of Morningside Heights, the address is simple: 2601 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10030. This slice of upper Manhattan hums with community memory and forward motion. A focal point for families seeking guidance and students eyeing scholarships, they coordinate initiatives that travel beyond the front door.

Mentors guide students through academic support and career exposure trips. They host forums where health screenings meet candid conversation. Entrepreneurs meet roundtables on capital and contracts. In underserved neighborhoods across five boroughs, they concentrate resources without fanfare.

Call (212) 777-7070 to learn about upcoming open houses or volunteer orientations. Use the map for straightforward directions: directions here. They’re easier to reach than you might think.