100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. Established In New York

New York, New York - 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. was incorporated on December 27th, 2021. The founders of this new chapter have a long history of community engagement in the Downstate, New York area.

Its founder was selected by the New York District Office of the United States Small Business Administration as the 2019 Small Business Champion for 14 Counties in Downstate, New York.

100 Black Men of Eastern New York's mission is to serve the African American Community in Eastern New York in the areas of Education, Health and Wellness, Advocacy, Mentoring, and Community Development, Leadership Development, and Economic Empowerment.

Founding President: The Founding President of the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. has appeared WABC Here and Now, NBC’s Positively Black, and was featured on Black Enterprise Magazine as a BE Modern Man.

He is also the current President of New York State's largest African American Chamber the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (LIAACC) and the Founding President of the African American Small Business Foundation, Inc. which was formed to support the programs and the activities of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

The foundation is a 501 (c) tax-exempt Non-for-Profit organization.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. was formed to address the current issues of our day in our community, and to build upon the illustrious foundation of the men who paved the way for a more just and equitable society.

The “100” advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in all aspects of society. Our focus is to bring together a variety of men from diverse backgrounds who are committed to the community, and have exemplified excellence in their perspective spheres of influence.

Together we will bring to bear every ounce of our ability to have a positive impact on our problems, challenges, and opportunities, and provide viable solutions. Phil Andrews, Founding President - 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. is a membership-based organization.