How the 100 Black Men’s Team Mentoring Program Is Shaping the Next Generation of Leaders
When Crystal Meiller searched “mentoring programs for Black boys near me,” she wasn’t thinking about long-term outcomes or leadership pipelines. She was thinking about her son and ensuring he had the guidance she couldn’t provide. Jaeden was in fourth grade, growing up during the isolation and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a single mother, […]
Purpose in Practice: The Legacy of Bill Mays
In Indianapolis, Bill Mays is widely known for the national success of his company, Mays Chemical. But those who worked alongside him and benefited from his leadership remember something more deliberate at work: business was never an end in itself. It was the means by which he created the capacity to give, invest, and strengthen […]
Redefining Community: Building Character, Confidence, and a New Path Forward
When Jalaina Moore enrolled her son in the 100 Black Men of Indianapolis’ Team Mentoring program, she wasn’t thinking about extracurricular activities or résumé builders.