The 100 Black Men of America, Tallahassee Area Chapter is seeking to build mutually rewarding relationships with community partners. Last year, we awarded over $20,000 in scholarships, aiding students in their educational journeys and enabling our continued service in health, education, economic empowerment, and mentoring across our community. This year, through our mentoring program, we were able to provide students with experiences in New Orleans at our National Conference. It is there that several of our mentees were selected to present on youth panels and represent Tallahassee’s impact on young people. The selections demonstrate the continued growth in confidence and maturity  that our mentees gain due to your support.

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As we aim to expand our reach and deepen that impact, while overcoming reductions in state and federal support toward educational attainment, we kindly request your continued support. Your contribution to the Scholarship Fund will directly empower aspiring students and enable further achievements in our community. As you are aware, our main scholarship fundraiser is our annual Black Tie Scholarship Gala. This year’s event will be hosted again at Florida State University on May 8, 2026, where we hope to award even more in scholarship support to deserving students in this area. To achieve that goal, we need and would like to have your continued support! The 100 Black Men of America, Tallahassee Area Chapter, looks forward to your financial support and your appearance at our Gala. For your consideration, information outlining sponsorship opportunities and Gala packages can be found below.​

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2026 Black Tie Scholarship Gala Sponsorship Levels

 

Platinum Sponsor $5,000

$3,500 scholarship awarded in your company’s/family’s name

One Table (10) tickets to Scholarship Gala (2 seats reserved for the scholarship recipient and parent)

Table signage (Platinum) and Shoutout

Your Family Name / Company Name / Logo featured on website and collateral

A residual contribution to our Mentoring Programs (participation noted at the gala)

Opportunity to co-sponsor a Signature Program with 100BMT

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Gold Sponsor $3,000

$2,000 scholarship awarded in your company’s/family’s name

One Table (10) tickets to Scholarship Gala (2 seats reserved for the scholarship recipient and parent)

Table signage (Gold)

Your Family Name / Company Name / Logo featured on website and collateral

A residual contribution to our Mentoring Programs (participation noted at the gala)

Opportunity to co-sponsor a Signature Program with 100BMT

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Silver Sponsor $2,000​

$1000 scholarship awarded in your company’s/family’s name

One Table (10) tickets to Scholarship Gala

A residual contribution to our Mentoring Programs (participation noted at the gala)

Table signage (Silver)

Your Family Name / Company Name / Logo featured on website and collateral

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Bronze Sponsor $1,000

$500 contribution to our scholarship pool (contribution will be noted at the gala)

Reserved seating for four (4) at the Scholarship Gala

A residual contribution to our Mentoring Programs (participation noted at the gala)

Your Family Name / Company Name / Logo featured on website and collateral

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Scholarship Sponsor $1,000+

$1,000 (or more) scholarship awarded in your company’s/family’s name

Table Sponsor $1,000

A donated table featuring Family Name/Company Name/Logo

A residual contribution to our Mentoring Programs (participation noted at the gala)

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Non-attending contributions

Contribution to our scholarship pool (participation noted at the gala for contributions above $250) The 100

Black Men of Tallahassee, Inc. is grateful for all contributions to further the education of young people. Every

dollar can and will make a difference and thus we are grateful for any support you can provide.

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* Contact your tax professional regarding possible tax-deductible benefits.

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If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Derek Bell, Committee Chair for Development at (850) 210-4875. If you intend to contribute, we kindly request that you do so before March 31, 2026. This will ensure the most efficient planning and timely notifications related to the scholarships and the Gala. Thank you again and we look forward to meeting with you to discuss your support for our scholarship program benefiting the

young scholars of our community. Thanks in advance for your consideration of this request.