Story by Phyllis Jones, Speakin’ Out News, senior staff writer (courtesy photo)
The 100 Black Men ofGreater Huntsville (100 BMOGH), a Huntsville charitable organization, held its black tie/ formal dress annual Holiday Gala on Saturday, December 17th, at the South Hall of the Von Braun Center. As a non-profit 501 (c) (3), the organization’s main purpose is to empower youth to reach their full potential. Proceeds from the Holiday Gala will support academic scholarships and the organization’s “Four for the Future” overall mission.
In July 1999, Dr. Prince Preyer, Jr., Madison County District 6 Commissioner and Earnest L. Starks began exploring the creation of the Greater Huntsville Chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. Since its inception, the 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville has been funded by member dues, grants, fundraisers and private donations. Its two major fundraisers each year are the John Riche Memorial Golf Tournament and the Annual Holiday Gala.
