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100 Black Men of Eastern N.Y. Making A Difference In Downstate N.Y.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern N.Y. is affectionately known as "The Organization That Makes A Difference" is making a difference in N.Y.

New York, New York – The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. is affectionately known as “The Organization That Makes A Difference” is making a substantial difference in Downstate, New York.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. covers Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and slices of the Bronx and Staten Island, is the latest addition to 100 Black Men of America, a national association with more than 100 chapters.

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Left to Right: Phil Andrews, Founding President 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. and Curley M. Dossman, Chair Emeriti 100 Black Men of America, Inc.

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

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100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. June 2023 Meeting was hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island, Inc. at their Westbury, New York office

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. The founders of 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. have a long and lengthy history of service and commitment to downstate, New York.

Our goal is to bring together a variety of men from diverse backgrounds who are committed to the community and have exemplified excellence in their prospective spheres of influence. It is our desire to impact our community in a positive manner and change the narrative by creating greater success.

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 Founding President of the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. has appeared on WABC Here and Now, NBC’s Positively Black, and was featured in Black Enterprise Magazine as a BE Modern Man. He has served as a Past President of a local chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. as a two-term president. Mr. Andrews is President of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce New York State’s largest African American Chamber of Commerce.

The 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. 501c3 Non-for-Profit organization is membership-based. Follow the 100 Black Men of Eastern New York, Inc. on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/100bmeny/

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