SAVE THE DATE: JULY 2nd at The Reginald F. Lewis Museum; GBLA, MBA, BPM united!
At this point, everyone is talking about the July 2nd event..
Whether it's about what sun dresses the ladies will wear
or what summer suits the gentlemen will have on...
Or what a beautiful place the Reginald F. Lewis Musuem is
or who's birthday we can't wait to celebrate!!!
These are all great reasons to come out on July 2nd, but
what's more important than those great reasons is that ...
25% of ticket sales go to three non-profit organizations:
The Greater Baltimore Leadership Association (GBLA)
The Monumental City Bar Association (MBA) and
Black Professional Men, Incorpated.
Below, listed are brief overviews of these non-profits
So we can know what we are contributing to and
feel good about Partying with a Purpose!!!
The GBLA, The Young Professionals' Auxiliary of the Greater Baltimore Urban League, was created to support the objectives of the Urban League as it endeavors to improve the quality of life for African-Americans and other minorities through political involvement, financial literacy, social activism, education and professional development. To facilitate the above objectives the GBLA has adopted a three-pronged approach to improved the quality of life for those within Baltimore City and it's surrounding counties. This approach is comprised of, real world education, financial empowerment, and political activism.
Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, the Monumental City Bar Association (MBA) has a long legacy and rich history as an advocate for African-American attorneys and the interests of the African American community in Baltimore City. Embracing a commitment to service and to excellence, our members have made significant contributions to the legal community in Baltimore City and throughout the state of Maryland. Our members continue to serve prominently in the judiciary, state and federal government, law firms, academia, corporate and non-profit organizations. As we honor the organization’s commitment to service, we invite you to join us and to support our association in the various events for our members and the community that we host or participate in throughout the year.
Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM) is a nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland and established in 1991 to address the social, economic and political awareness needs of the African-American community, especially those of the African-American male. BPM members serve as mentors and as role models for young African-American men primarily in and around the Baltimore metro region. Members are also active in other mentoring programs, speaking engagements across the state, and serve on non-profit boards aimed at helping develop the African-American community. We attempt to instill a sense of pride in our mentees to be strong African-American men. We make positive changes in their lives both in school and in the community which prepares them to take advantage of life’s opportunities.
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11th District Delegates report from Annapolis:
The water main break and the ensuing water crisis that struck our community this weekend are continuing to seriously impact our friends, neighbors, schools, and family members. This severe disruption to local infrastructure and quality of life has our full attention.
We understand the frustration expressed in the phone calls and emails our offices have received from those affected by the water outage. Your delegates recognize that this is a substantial hardship for families.
President Obama Donates Nobel Prize Money to Charity:
President Obama today announced the charities that will receive a portion of the $1.4 million award that comes with the Nobel peace prize.
“These organizations do extraordinary work in the United States and abroad helping students, veterans and countless others in need,” said President Obama. “I’m proud to support their work.”
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2nd Annual Exceptional Mom Award:
Do you know an African American single mother who is hard working, creative, and dedicated to improving the life of her son? This award will honor three exceptional African American single mothers who are raising a son.
The award is designed to celebrate outstanding courage and determination to raise a healthy and productive African American male. Often the media demonizes single mothers and lessons the importance of mothers raising children.
To nominate an Exceptional Mom please complete the application below and send back to us. The deadline for submission is April 20th, 2010. Winners will receive a special plaque and an autographed copy of the new book Raising Him Alone. Winners will be announced on May 1, 2010.
To nominate a mom complete the on-line application by visiting http://www.raisinghimalone.com/spotlight.htm
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Part three of an ongoing series of BMORENEWS.com election season political events occurred last night at Eden’s Lounge (www.EdensLounge.com).
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