Legacy in Action: Clarence Crain’s Lifelong Commitment to Community and the 100 Black Men of Indianapolis
When Clarence Crain speaks, it’s with the quiet conviction of someone who has spent decades in service, not for accolades, but for impact. A trailblazer in both corporate and civic life, Crain’s contributions span from General Motors to the boardroom of Lilly Endowment, Inc., and onto the hardwood courts of Butler University. Yet, when asked […]
Lifelong Brotherhood in the Making: The Bogan Family’s Journey with 100 Black Men of Indianapolis
Raising confident, capable young men takes more than good parenting—it takes a village. That’s the heart of 100 Black Men of Indianapolis: to surround youth with positive role models, real-world opportunities, and a deep sense of community that reinforces what families are already working hard to instill at home. For the Bogan family, that support […]
More Than Money: How Chelsie Kupa Found Confidence, Community, and Leadership Through Financial Literacy
A simple conversation changed everything for Chelsie Kupa on an ordinary Sunday after church. She was a teenager, juggling school, a part-time job, and weekend hangouts with friends. But she listened when Andre Givens, then-President of 100 Black Men of Indianapolis and a trusted mentor from her church, approached her with a challenge. “He said, […]