What is Concerned Black Men, Inc.?
Concerned Black Men (CBM)was founded in 1975 when several Philadelphia police officers sponsored social events for kids at risk to gang violence. CBM’s vision was to fill the void of positive black male role models in many communities by providing mentors and programs that affirmed the care and discipline that all youth need, while providing opportunities for academic and career enrichment. While the vision of CBM’s founding members has expanded to include children and their parents nationwide, the philosophy of men offering themselves as positive role models to children has remained CBM’s mission for more than 30 years.
Since 1975, CBM has convened people of good will to support and nurture African American youths. Through a nationwide network of chapters and an experienced staff, we have created a variety of programs that help young people overcome life’s challenges to become productive and responsible citizens. With the help of people like you, CBM will continue its tradition of “Caring for Our Youth.”
Presently, CBM has 30 chapters in cities around the country (including a chapter in Pretoria, South Africa).
CBM was the only African-American organization in the U.S. to receive the prestigious "Volunteer Action Award," granted by the President of the United States, Ronald Reagan.