Join Concerned Black Men and this Nation’s leading educators, politicians, community stakeholders, philanthropic celebrities and others in Baltimore, MD for the National Mentoring Conference. This most important event will focus on examining and developing “best practices” in mentoring programs. Come and learn from the experts about what you must do to create a model mentoring program, or take your existing mentoring program to the next level!

The CBM National Mentoring Conference will be convened during the dates of October 30th to November 1, 2008 in Baltimore, MD at the following location:

CBM National Mentoring Conference
Tremont Plaza Hotel and Conference Center
222 Saint Paul Place
Baltimore, MD  21202
TEL: (410) 576-1200
www.tremonts.com

Reserve hotel rooms no later than 10/2/2008 to receive the conference rate of $169 per night!

Click here to complete ONLINE REGISTRATION 

For more information about the National Mentoring Conference, contact the CBM National Office toll free at 1 (888) 395-7816 or e-mail us at: info@cbmnational.org

On behalf of the children and youth we serve, Concerned Black Men congratulates Barack Obama on becoming the 44th President of the United States.

We celebrate this accomplishment in the face of troubling times. America is in the midst of perhaps its greatest challenges. Our financial system is in crisis, the country is fighting wars on dual fronts, and steady work is elusive for many throughout the nation. Many of our fellow citizens would be thankful just not to lose their homes before Inauguration Day. In the face of so many obstacles, what becomes of our children? Can we create a new and better future, or will we leave our youth with an even greater mountain to climb?

Concerned Black Men remains determined to create an America where every child has a responsible and caring adult in his or her life. For 33 years, CBM has offered young people from difficult backgrounds mentorship, tutelage and life skills to overcome challenges. From teen pregnancy prevention to academic support, Concerned Black Men, its nationally recognized staff down the street from the White House, and its 32 chapters from Los Angeles to Boston, convinces people of good will that anything is still possible.     

And that’s the good news the President brings. President Obama’s substance, born of hard work and support from key mentors, made the difference in his life. We can tell our children about life’s possibilities, rather than dwell on its limitations.

CBM wants to help the new President accomplish great things for our youth. Our strategy includes nationwide mentoring programs, and an emphasis on increasing high school graduation for boys of color.

Concerned Black Men is ready to help this new President, and asks all Americans for their support.

In Caring For Our Youth

Bobby James - National Chair
George Garrow, Jr., Esq. - Executive Director

The Concerned Black Men 12th Annual Congressional Black Caucus Reception will be hosted on Friday, September 25, 2009 from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the following location:

Grand Hyatt Hotel
Constitution Ballroom
1000 H St. NW
Washington DC 20001 

The Concerned Black Men Congressional Black Caucus Reception is an annual "Invitation Only" event for approximately 500-600 supporters of CBM's national and local programs. During this year's Reception, Concerned Black Men will be launching a nationwide program to find mentors for 5000 Black boys across the country.

To help us with the CBM Cares® National Mentoring Initiative, and to support programs that transform the lives of African American children, CBM is requesting a minimum donation of $25.00 or more to support this important work. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.

RECEPTION RSVP/DONATION INSTRUCTIONS

To RSVP for the Concerned Black Men 12th Annual Congressional Black Caucus Reception, please click on the Ticketweb logo below:

For more information, contact the CBM National Office toll free at 1-888-395-7816 or by e-mail at: info@cbmnational.org.

The word “Mentor” has its roots in Greek mythology.

The word Mentor originated in the Odyssey by Homer who describes the character Mentor as a “wise and trusted friend”. When Odysseus leaves to fight the Trojan War he asks his good friend Mentor to guard the household.  Mentor watches over the kingdom and becomes guardian and teacher to Odysseus’ son Telemachus. Presently, the family support system that so many of us took for granted as we stumbled into adulthood is not as readily available to our young people. Today, we don’t look at that support system as mentors. Concerned Black Men – National Organization (CBM) is stepping up to the plate to fill that gap with a mentoring program geared toward our young African American boys with potential (usually referred to as at” risk youth”) through our local Capital City Cares® Mentoring Initiative and our CBM Cares® National Mentoring Initiative.  By focusing on, referring to and engaging in the positive, their potential, CBM is positioning the Organization to be a major advocate for our young boys to guide them into making wise choices for themselves. All the studies report the same findings; young people with a positive caring adult (mentor) in their life are less likely to participate in risky behavior.  There are 5,040 hours in a year.  Committing merely 96 of those hours over the course of a year, that’s .019 percent of your time you can dedicate to helping a young boy who needs someone to believe in him and help him believe in himself. We must ask ourselves… Is this asking too much? What’s the alternative?You don’t need initials in front or behind your name, a six figure income, a luxury car or a mansion, but we’ll consider you if you do.  All you need is caring heart, the willingness to have fun and make a positive difference in a young boy’s life. But be prepared because it will make a difference in your life as well!

Want to become a Mentor? Contact the Concerned Black Men National Office toll free at 1-888-395-7816 or e-mail us at info@cbmnational.org.

Concerned Black Men...Caring for Our Youth Since 1975

Presently, the family support system that so many of us took for granted as we stumbled into adulthood is not as readily available to our young people. Today, we don’t look at that support system as mentors. Concerned Black Men – National Organization (CBM) is stepping up to the plate to fill that gap with a mentoring program geared toward our young African American boys with potential (usually referred to as at” risk youth”) through our local Capital City Cares® Mentoring Initiative and our CBM Cares® National Mentoring Initiative.  By focusing on, referring to and engaging in the positive, their potential, CBM is positioning the Organization to be a major advocate for our young boys to guide them into making wise choices for themselves. 

All the studies report the same findings: young people with a positive caring adult (mentor) in their life are less likely to participate in risky behavior.  There are 8,760 hours in a year.  Committing merely 96 of those hours over the course of a year, that’s .010 percent of your time you can dedicate to helping a young boy who needs someone to believe in him and help him believe in himself. We must ask ourselves… Is this asking too much? What’s the alternative?    

We need your help as we endeavor to support our youth and strengthen our communities through Concerned Black Men local and national mentoring initiatives. Please donate today!

Concerned Black Men...Caring For Our Youth® Since 1975