100 Black Men of Cape Fear Chapter

100 Black Men of Cape Fear Chapter, based in Fayetteville, NC, is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming young lives through comprehensive mentorship and leadership development programs. Operating as part of the prestigious 100 Black Men of America, Inc., the Cape Fear Chapter delivers evidence-based mentoring services specifically designed to prepare African American youth for academic and professional success. The organization's flagship program, the E.E. Smith High School 100 Academy, serves students ages 14-17 with a carefully structured curriculum covering education, leadership development, relationship-building skills, tutoring, goal setting, health and wellness, strategic academic planning, career planning and development, and community service engagement. Since its inception in 2011, the 100 Academy has expanded from 10 male freshmen to over 30 students across all grade levels, and now includes young women participants as well. The program's holistic approach combines meaningful discussions, professional speakers, educational field trips, real-world career exposure, and community service projects to create lasting positive impact. The organization also maintains a strategic partnership with Fayetteville State University and the Collegiate 100 to extend opportunities and foster growth among young African Americans and other minority groups. With members who are seasoned entrepreneurs and educators, 100 Black Men of Cape Fear Chapter brings diverse expertise and practical economic knowledge to every mentoring relationship. The organization operates on core principles of integrity, justice, respect for family, and spirituality, ensuring that every participant develops the resilience and confidence needed to rise to any challenge.