Bob Ivory The 100 Black Men of Greater Cleveland, Inc. recently held a special election to fill the Director of Programs vacant position. Bob Ivory was voted in; many already know of Ivory’s great work in the community. “I feel confident Bob can not only handle the responsibility but will run with it,” said Lee Fields, Cleveland Chapter President. The organization has pivoted in creative ways over the past two years to continue reaching those who need them, and they have big plans to do even more for the community’s youth and their families.
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ith the issues facing our communities today, this is when our mentees need our help the most. Greater Cleveland is a local chapter of the 100 Black Men of America, primarily a mentoring organization with a community focus on education, economic empowerment, and health and wellness. With a desire to bring Black men together, it was formed by twenty-five leaders of the black community from
different social, economic, occupational, and educational backgrounds whose common thread is the uplifting of the community as it relates to the four pillars. In 1986, the national organization of the 100 Black Men of America was formed to consolidate numerous independent chapters with a common goal to improve their
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respective communities. Real Magazine talked to Ivory and wanted to share a little about his life with members and the community. RM: Share some of your passions you have? I am very passionate about family. Learning I was adopted when I
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