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100 Black Men Host 5th Annual Family Health Day

Local Organization Brings Health Fair to H Street NE Corridor

On Saturday June 28, 2008, the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington DC, Inc (100 BMGWDC) were joined by more than 200 residents from the District, Maryland and Virginia that took advantage of their 5th Annual Family Health Day. More than 30 local and national health groups were on hand as well at the Sherwood Recreation Center, 640 10th Street NE.

The 100 BMGWDC recruited more than 30 local and national health care organizations to provide awareness, education, screenings, and diagnostic exams. AARP also conducted special interview sessions to get local residents to discuss health care disparities. The interviews were part of their national “Divided We Fall” campaign. With more than 40 million uninsured Americans, the 100 BMGWDC believes offering free health care service to disenfranchised neighborhoods is critical.

“It was great to see individuals, families and seniors take advantage of our Family Health Day,” said Jesse Parker, Chairman of the 100 BMGWDC. “This is the 5th consecutive year the 100 BMGWDC has had the opportunity to bring together healthcare providers and partners to provide a service that many people in the District are lacking – access to quality healthcare. We will work continue to provide this service to our community.

City Council President Vincent Gray and Ward 5 Councilman Harry Thomas both attended the health fair shook hands and took advantage of a few of the screening processes. The 100 BMGWDC worked with AARP, Aetna, the Red Cross and Radio One to make Family Health Day possible.

“The access to affordable health care is crucial for every resident of the district,” said Marvin Dickerson, President of the 100 BMGWDC. “Although mentoring is our foundation, our organization has a strong focus on health care. The focus of our national conference and leadership conference this year has and will continue to be focused on health.”

2009 Marks New Leadership for “the 100”

Michael Melton unanimously elected to lead organization forward

WASHINGTON, DC – January 27, 2009 - The 100 Black Men of Greater Washington DC announced today that Michael E. Melton was elected as President of the organization for 2009. The positions of Vice President of Operations, Treasurer and Secretary also welcomed new officers.

Every November the members of the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington, DC Inc. vote on a slate of officers to fill key roles in the organization for the upcoming year. For the first time in 4 years a majority of those positions have new officers. All elected positions are unpaid and are strictly voluntary. Michael E. Melton will take his place as the fifth President of the organization as it enters its 14th year in Greater Washington DC. Marvin Dickerson, Immediate Past President chose not run for a fifth consecutive year.

“I know that the organization is in good hands with Michael,” said Marvin Dickerson, President and CEO of Dickerson Technologies. “We all deeply believe our mission is bigger than any one individual. Michael will make an excellent steward of our mission.”

Professionally Michael E. Melton is an attorney specializing in Intellectual Property, he is a partner with Norris, Melton & Gregersen, P.L.L.C, and its intellectual property management, consulting and licensing arm IP Counsel Consultants. He is the Chief Intellectual Property Counsel for PH2 Solutions, Inc. In addition to his legal and consultation practice, Michael is Founder and CEO of TME Enterprises Inc., LTD (‘TME”). TME, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, owns and manages a portfolio of commercial real estate, Taco Bell and Five Guys Burgers restaurants.

Michael’s outside interest have him in leadership roles as a member of the Board of Trustees for Clark Atlanta University, the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, a member of Leadership Greater Washington class of 2007, Life Fellow of the Dallas Bar Foundation, a board member of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., Principal and founding member of the Board Directors of Merit Bank (Kansas), Advisory Board member of the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship, Board member of the Urban League of Northern Virginia and is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity Inc.

“I’m extremely excited about the potential of our organization and membership to make positive impact on the lives of kids in need around the Greater Washington, DC area,” said Michael E. Melton, President of 100 Black Men of Greater Washington DC. “I look forward helping move our mission and organization ahead.”

Rounding out the executive team for 2009 is Eric Evans, Managing Director of E-Squared Communications, as Vice President of Operations; Kevin Manuel-Scott CEO and President RONIN IT; as Vice President of Development; James Simmons, Controller Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, as Treasurer; and John Wallace, Associate Commissioner for Information Technology and Support Services in the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking for District of Columbia, as Secretary.

In a Parent's Own Words...

During the current school year, my son has managed better than a B average, which is a stark contrast to last year.

AARP and NBC Universal were honored for their work in the community.

Washington, DC, April 12, 2008 – Today the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington, D.C. Inc (100BMGWDC) hosted its 4th Annual Legacy Awards Gala at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, on Capitol Hill. Nearly 400 guests attended the evening event. The Legacy Awards are given each year to recognize individuals and organizations that are making a positive impact especially in the lives of young African-American men.

This year’s Legacy Award recipients included; Coach Danny Hayes, Gwynn Park High School for Mentoring; The George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academy, Inc for Education; Howard University Hospital Cancer Center for Health and Wellness; Thomas J. Baltimore, President of RLJ Companies for Economic Development; Hiram Russell, President of Blue Boy Imaging for Small Business; AARP for Government and Policy; and NBC for Corporate Partner of the Year.

This year’s winners were chosen for the positive images they bestow upon the community. The 100 Black Men of Greater Washington DC (100BMGWDC) believe that our youth “will be what they see.”

“Everyday our awardees are performing tasks that are truly making a difference,” said Marvin Dickerson, President of the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington, D.C. “We are proud to honor them and call them partners. Our members believe that giving back to the young people in the community is a privilege. Everyday we believe that we are creating a legacy of future leaders.

The most prestigious award presented for the evening was for the 2008 Youth of the Year to Chris Coachman a 9th grader from Spingarn High School in Maryland. The Youth of the Year is presented to the person who has distinguished himself as a leader throughout his interactions with the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington, D.C.

Other notable winners include NBC Universal for Corporate Partner of the Year. NBC won the award because of its on going support and exclusive funding of the 100 BMOGWDC’s mentoring program for nearly three straight years. AARP was also recognized for their community outreach effort their “Divided We Fail,” campaign. The campaign is a pledge to hold political candidates to slate of issues with access to affordable health care topping the list.

GOLD MEDAL FOR TOMMIE SMITH YOUTH TRACK MEET

Nearly 1400 athletes and spectators embrace inaugural track meet

WASHINGTON, DC, May 23, 2009 – Today nearly 800 track athletes from 5-16 years old participated in the inaugural Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet at Dunbar Senior High School. The youth track meet was hosted by the 100 Black Men of Greater Washington, D.C. Inc (100 BMGWDC) and 1968 Olympic Gold Medalist Tommie Smith. The event was held in conjunction with the DC Department of Parks and Recreation and was sanctioned by USA Track and Field (Potomac Field).

The 100 BMGWDC held the event to highlight their health and wellness programs aimed at educating area youths about the dangers of childhood obesity. During the track meet several mobile units were on hand to provide health care screenings to the athletes, parents and spectators. Educational information on health challenges negatively impacting minority communities like high blood pressure and diabetes were also available. Also present was educational information on other health challenges like high blood pressure and diabetes that are having a negative impact on minority communities.

“We all know that there are large disparities in health care prevention and treatment in minority communities,” said Jesse Parker, Health and Wellness Chair, 100 BMGWDC. “The challenge is finding other more engaging ways besides community health fairs to introduce them to prevention and educational health care materials, screenings and solutions.”

Tommie Smith and the 100 Black Men have teamed up in four cities (Bay Area, Louisville, New Orleans and Washington DC) to help in the fight against childhood obesity. Nearly 30 teams competed today bringing a total of 780 track and field athletes and nearly 600 spectators. The Washington DC area was the largest inaugural event ever for the Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet. Teams came as far away as New York City to participate and support the event.

“About six years ago while I was in California, it came to my attention that kids as young as 10 years old were being prescribed high blood pressure medicine,” said Tommie Smith. “As a former educator and athlete I realized the need to increase my efforts to educate and promote healthy lifestyles through physical fitness.”

The 100 BMGWDC reported that response for the youth track meet was unprecedented all of the events and spectators stands were sold out. Part of the proceeds from the event went to fund the DC Speed youth track team’s trip to the Summer Junior Olympics.

“We were able to accomplish a few objectives today, while creating a fun atmosphere for the youth in our community,” said Michael Melton, President of the 100 BMGWDC. “We will work to make the Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet a permanent part of our health and wellness programs’ fight against childhood obesity.”

In a Parent's Own Words...

“Appreciation,” “respect,” “attentiveness,” “joy,” “worthwhile,” “fun” and “leadership.”