As we enter this season of gratitude, I’m reminded of how powerful it is when men come together to serve, lead, and lift others.
This year, we’ve seen extraordinary growth in membership, collaboration, and impact. We welcomed new mentors, expanded partnerships, and continued to transform lives through education, workforce development, and youth programming. None of this is possible without the commitment of our members, volunteers, donors, and community partners.
As we celebrate 25 years of the Beautillion Militaire Scholarship Program, we are asking our community to help us recruit 25 new mentors—men ready to stand in the gap for the next generation. If you’ve ever thought about giving back, now is your moment to show up.
With gratitude,
Kraig Kinchen, MD, MScExecutive Director, 100 Black Men Indianapolis, Inc.
Mentoring Across a Lifetime
For nearly three decades, James Duke has dedicated his Sundays to mentoring young men through the Beautillion Militaire Scholarship Program—guiding them with patience, purpose, and an unwavering belief in their potential. To Duke, mentorship isn’t a single act but a lifelong commitment to showing up, listening, and leading by example.
As he marks his 25th year with The 100 Black Men of Indianapolis, Duke’s story is a reminder that mentorship is a movement sustained by consistency and care. In honor of his service, The 100 is calling on the community to help welcome 25 new mentors by year’s end—continuing the legacy that Duke has built for generations to come.
A Tribute: From the Lives You’ve Touched
Across Indianapolis, hundreds of Beaus proudly call James Duke their mentor, role model, and friend. His quiet strength and steady presence have shaped young men into confident leaders—teaching them resilience, faith, and purpose through every season of life.
In a powerful new tribute, Duke’s mentees share how his belief in them changed the trajectory of their lives. As former Beau Brandon Higgins (’07) shared, “Mr. Duke taught us that mentorship is more than advice—it’s consistency. His dedication has shaped generations of young Black men, creating leaders and change-makers who carry his example into their communities.”
Their reflections remind us that mentorship doesn’t just change one life—it creates a ripple effect of hope and leadership that spans generations.
Featuring President Aundre Hogue
In his first year as President, Aundre Hogue reflects on a season of growth, gratitude, and purpose for The 100 Black Men of Indianapolis. Under his leadership, the organization has not only expanded—growing membership by more than 30%—but also deepened its commitment to what matters most: mentorship, collaboration, and community impact.
From the powerful connections formed at the Inspire & Empower Breakfast to new partnerships advancing health equity and workforce opportunity, The 100 is laying the groundwork for the next 40 years of transformation. Each new mentor, every young person served, and every partnership forged moves the mission forward—building a future where hope, leadership, and opportunity multiply across generations.
Support Our Mission: 25 Mentors. Countless Futures.
Your presence can change a life. Your guidance can build a legacy. When you mentor, you don’t just give back—you move our entire community forward. Sign up to become a mentor today and help us reach our goal of 25 new mentors!