One Hundred Black Men of Albany, NY

One Hundred Black Men of the Albany, New York Capital Region serves the Schenectady, NY community and surrounding tri-city area through comprehensive programming focused on education, mentoring, youth development, arts and culture, economic empowerment, health and wellness, and criminal justice. Since its founding in 1993, this organization of dedicated professionals has combined thought-leadership with direct service to create meaningful positive change in living conditions for African American and minority communities.

The organization operates multiple specialized programs addressing critical community needs. Through the 100 NET initiative, they have provided computer connectivity to underserved communities across Albany, Schenectady, and Troy, along with introductory, intermediate, and advanced computer training through camps and classroom instruction. Their youth development programs expose high school students to colleges, universities, and professional career opportunities through campus tours and business visits, while sponsoring STEM presentations and workshops to build technical skills.

Economic empowerment efforts center on increasing access to investment capital and government contracts for minority businesses, with dedicated support for Minority and Women Business Enterprises (MWBEs). Members leverage their expertise across corporate advisory councils, government policy committees, and nonprofit boards to influence broader policy development and resource allocation. The organization also operates a Non-Partisan Voter Program dedicated to voter registration and education, empowering community members to shape the future through civic participation. With a commitment to accountability and systemic change, One Hundred Black Men of the Albany region continues advancing opportunity and equity across multiple life domains.