100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc.

What 100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc. does

100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1986 by Nathaniel R. Goldston, III, headquartered at 101 Jackson St. N.E., Atlanta, Georgia. It is one of the largest chapters of the national 100 Black Men of America network, with 200+ volunteer professional members spanning business, law, government, and academia, and a paid staff of 11-50. The organization's mission is to improve quality of life by supporting educational and economic opportunities for African-American youth in the Atlanta community, delivered through a community-led model centered on multigenerational mentoring and free programs for participants.

The organization's core offerings are integrated youth-development programs rather than technology products. The flagship is Project Success, a post-secondary preparation, tuition assistance, and mentoring program that has served Atlanta Public Schools students from third grade through high school graduation, reporting a 100% high-school graduation rate, 80% four-year college graduation rate, and $8.5M in cumulative scholarship awards. Complementary programs include the 100 Scholars Robotics Alliance (STEM training), the Mentorship Program (professional mentors), the Career Pipeline Program (workforce readiness), the B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container (STEM/agriculture initiative launched November 2025), and the Anti-Gun Violence Campaign (public-health advocacy with Morehouse School of Medicine). Auxiliary Collegiate 100 (206 students) and Emerging 100 (160 members) extend the model to college and young-professional segments. Technology is not a differentiator; the platform is human capital and institutional partnerships.

The business model is donation- and sponsorship-driven. As a 501(c)(3), 100 Black Men of Atlanta raises revenue from individual donors, a deep base of corporate sponsors (Bank of America, AT&T, Delta, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Google, Wells Fargo, Home Depot, State Farm, UPS, EY, and others), foundation grants, and signature fundraising events including the 100 Honors Gala and 100 Golf Classic. Programs are provided free of charge to participants, 79% of budget goes directly to programs, and financial statements are independently audited annually. Distribution is anchored by an institutional partnership with Atlanta Public Schools and the renamed B.E.S.T. Academy at the Thomas W. Dortch Jr. Institute. Recent governance changes include the 2025 chairmanship transition from Sidney D. Barron to Aaron N. Swain and an interim executive director appointment.

Name

100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc.

Legal name

100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc.

Website

https://100blackmen-atlanta.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1986 that delivers free mentorship and youth-development programs — including Project Success, STEM/robotics, and career pipeline initiatives — to African-American youth in Atlanta Public Schools, funded by individual donations, corporate sponsors, and signature fundraising events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development and Mentoring Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

After-School, Tutoring & Academic Enrichment Nonprofits (BPAGADAC)

Keywords

• Youth mentoring programs
• Community education services
• Scholarship and college prep
• Nonprofit youth development
• STEM robotics training

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta, Georgia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and primarily generates revenue through donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The website features a donation portal and emphasizes the importance of contributions to support programs for youth.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers free youth development and mentoring programs to African-American youth in the Atlanta community, primarily through partnerships with Atlanta Public Schools. Its core offering centers on Project Success — a long-running post-secondary preparation, tuition assistance, and mentoring program tracking students from elementary school through college graduation — supplemented by STEM/Robotics training, a Career Pipeline Program, and a multigenerational professional mentorship model. Programs are funded by donations, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and events such as the annual 100 Honors Gala.

Product overview

100 Black Men of Atlanta operates as a service-based nonprofit organization providing youth development programs, not a technology company. Its offerings consist of integrated community programs centered around the flagship Project Success initiative, which combines post-secondary preparation, tuition assistance, and mentoring; the 100 Scholars Robotics Alliance delivering STEM/robotics training; a Mentorship Program pairing students with professional mentors; and a Career Pipeline Program for workforce preparation. The organization also operates auxiliary programs including Collegiate 100 (serving 206 college students) and Emerging 100 (160 young professionals), alongside initiatives like the Anti-Gun Violence Campaign and the B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container—a student-driven STEM facility addressing food access in the 30318 community. These programs work together to guide youth from elementary school through college completion and career entry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Project Success: Nationally recognized post-secondary preparation, tuition assistance, and mentoring program for Atlanta Public Schools students, providing scholarships for all Project Success students who graduate from high school.
• 100 Scholars Robotics Alliance
• Career Pipeline Program
• Emerging 100
• Collegiate 100
• Anti-Gun Violence Campaign
• 100 Honors Gala

Products and services

• Project Success A nationally recognized post-secondary preparation, tuition assistance, and mentoring program for Atlanta Public Schools students, providing comprehensive academic support from elementary school through high school graduation, including scholarships for all participating graduates.
• 100 Scholars Robotics Alliance A STEM-focused robotics training program that provides students hands-on experience in engineering, science, and technology through robotics competitions and training.
• Mentorship Program A multi-generational mentoring program pairing students with accomplished professional members of the organization who provide consistent guidance and support throughout the scholars' development.
• Career Pipeline Program A workforce development initiative designed to prepare students for career success through professional mentoring, internships, and career readiness training.
• Collegiate 100 A college-level chapter program providing continued mentorship, leadership development, and support for students transitioning from high school to higher education, currently serving 206 students.
• Emerging 100 A young professionals auxiliary organization that engages young adults in mentorship roles and community service, currently with 160 members.
• B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container A student-driven STEM initiative at B.E.S.T. Academy featuring an indoor farming facility with advanced LED lighting, climate control, and high-efficiency irrigation systems that uses 90% less water than traditional farming, providing fresh produce to the local community.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% high school graduation rate for Project Success students
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and significant.

• 100 Black Men of AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational parent organization providing strategic direction, resources, and network support. 100 Black Men of Atlanta is one of the largest chapters with over 200 members locally, part of a network of 100+ chapters with 10,000+ members worldwide.
• Atlanta Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary educational partner for Project Success program serving APS students. Collaboration on B.E.S.T. Academy partnership and various educational initiatives.
• Southern CompanymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner supporting the B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container initiative. Partner in the Southern Company ecosystem of energy companies supporting community STEM initiatives.
• Georgia PowermajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner supporting the B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container initiative. Long-time supporter of educational programs in Atlanta.
• Georgia TechsignificantTechnology or IntegrationTechnical partner for the B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container project, providing expertise and support for the STEM initiative.
• GoodrsignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerFood distribution partner for the B.E.S.T. Indoor Agriculture Container initiative, helping distribute fresh produce to families in the 30318 community.
• Bank of AmericamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting the organization's youth programs and mentoring initiatives.
• AT&TmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting youth development and educational programs.
• Delta Air LinesmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting the organization's mission and programs.
• The Coca-Cola CompanymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting youth mentorship and educational initiatives.
• Chick-fil-A FoundationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation sponsor supporting youth programs, including breakfast provision at back-to-school events.
• Comcast FoundationmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate foundation sponsor supporting youth development and digital equity initiatives.
• MicrosoftmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting technology and STEM-related educational programs.
• GooglemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting digital and technology education initiatives.
• Wells FargomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting youth development and financial literacy programs.
• Home DepotmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting community and educational programs.
• State FarmmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting youth mentorship and community initiatives.
• Georgia PacificmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting educational and community programs.
• UPSmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting youth development and educational programs.
• EYmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting mentorship and professional development programs.
• Morehouse School of MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on violence prevention initiatives including the Violence Prevention Pre-Symposium. Partnership addressing gun violence as a public health issue affecting youth.
• Atlanta Braves FoundationsignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation sponsor supporting youth programs and community events.
• Publix Super Markets CharitiessignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerCharitable foundation supporting youth development and community programs.
• Nissan FoundationsignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation sponsor supporting youth and community initiatives.
• Community Foundation for Greater AtlantasignificantGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity foundation supporting regional nonprofit organizations and initiatives.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People): Large civil rights organization with youth education and scholarship programs; broader advocacy mission but overlapping African-American youth development and scholarship grantmaking.
• United Negro College Fund (UNCF): National education nonprofit funding scholarships and institutional support for African-American students; broader in scope but comparable scholarship-driven, college-readiness mission for the same beneficiary population.

Direct peers

• Jackie Robinson Foundation: National scholarship and leadership development program for underrepresented minority students; comparable scholarship-plus-mentoring model targeting college-bound African-American youth.
• Urban League of Greater Atlanta: Affiliate of the National Urban League serving the African-American community in Atlanta through education, workforce, and youth development programming; comparable civic-organization model and Atlanta footprint.
• Communities In Schools of Atlanta: Site-based youth development nonprofit embedded in Atlanta Public Schools providing dropout prevention, academic support, and college/career readiness — directly comparable K-12 academic-outcomes orientation.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta: Youth development nonprofit serving Atlanta-area youth with academic enrichment, mentoring and college/career readiness programs; comparable mission, donor-funded model, and Atlanta Public Schools partnership footprint.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta: Atlanta-based youth mentoring nonprofit that pairs adult volunteers with children for one-to-one mentoring; directly comparable target population, mentor-driven model, and Atlanta Public Schools referral pipeline.
• 100 Black Men of America: National parent organization and network of 100+ chapters with 10,000+ members; 100 Black Men of Atlanta is one of its largest chapters, making it a direct chapter-level peer operating the same mentorship/youth-development model nationally.

Emerging players

• Ron Brown Scholar Program: Selective scholarship and leadership program for high-achieving African-American high school students; comparable scholarship-plus-mentoring value proposition for a narrower, higher-achieving segment of the same beneficiary pool.
• The Posse Foundation: College access and leadership program identifying and supporting diverse student cohorts; comparable college-readiness, scholarship, and mentoring model with comparable outcome metrics (college persistence and graduation).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/100blackmenatlanta
• Instagraminstagram.com/100blackmenatl

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Profiles10 records

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