100 Black Men of the Twin Cities

What 100 Black Men of the Twin Cities does

100 Black Men of the Twin Cities, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth-development organization founded in 2020 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, operating as the local chapter of the national 100 Black Men of America, Inc. network. Its mission is to positively impact the development and outcomes of youth and improve quality of life in the African American and broader communities of color in the Twin Cities through programs spanning Mentoring, Education, Health & Wellness, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship. The chapter is led by a volunteer executive team—President Kheph A. Rakhu, Vice President Nate Carter, Treasurer Todd Western III, Secretary Kenneth Cooper, and Parliamentarian Eben Leberthon—and operates without disclosed paid headcount in the input data.

The organization's product surface is a portfolio of free, in-person programs delivered through community partners rather than through proprietary technology. Core offerings are the Junior 100 Mentorship Academy, a free biweekly program for grades 6-12 covering life skills, academics, career readiness, leadership, and post-secondary planning, hosted at Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities; and ManCode Mentoring, an annual technology-focused event for young men ages 12-17 co-developed with Microsoft and Phyllis Wheatley Community Center. Supporting programs include the Ambassador Program for volunteer engagement and the It's Time fundraising campaign, alongside recurring community touchpoints such as HBCU College Fairs, Community Health & Wellness Fairs, the BLACK MENtors BBQ, Holiday Toy Drives, and Walk-A-Thon fundraisers.

The revenue model is a diversified nonprofit funding stack: individual tax-deductible donations processed via Givebutter and PayPal, corporate sponsorships from brands including Wells Fargo, BCBS MN, Cummins, Land O'Lakes, the MN Vikings/Twins/Timberwolves, the Minneapolis Foundation, and others, recurring membership dues from vetted members aged 21+, and event-based fundraising. Programs are provided free of charge to mentees and families, and no SaaS, licensing, or product-revenue streams exist. The go-to-market is community- and event-driven, leveraging word-of-mouth, partner referrals (Big Brothers Big Sisters, Phyllis Wheatley Community Center, Minneapolis College), a website (www.100bmtc.org), email outreach, and participation in community gatherings such as the Selby Ave Jazz Fest.

Name

100 Black Men of the Twin Cities

Legal name

100 Black Men of the Twin Cities, Inc.

Website

https://100bmtc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Short description

100 Black Men of the Twin Cities, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) youth-development nonprofit founded in 2020 that delivers free mentorship, education, and community programs to African American youth, young men of color, and families in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Mentoring & Positive Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

After-School, Tutoring & Academic Enrichment Nonprofits (BPAGADAC), Youth-to-Adult Transition & Life Skills (Independent Living, Soft Skills) (EDAAAFAN), Youth & Young Adult Workforce Programs (Out-of-School Youth) (EDAAAOAD), Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

Keywords

• Youth mentorship programs
• Nonprofit youth development
• Community based mentoring
• Educational mentorship services
• Youth life skills

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The organization accepts donations through platforms like Givebutter and PayPal, described as assisting in achieving the mission and having positive impact on youth and families. Donations are tax-deductible as the organization is a 501(c)(3).
2. Corporate Sponsorship: Corporate sponsors including Wells Fargo, Andersen, BCBS MN, Cummins, Element Electronics, Filson, Land O'Lakes, Minneapolis Foundation, Minnesota Twins, MN Vikings, and others provide financial and in-kind support.
3. Membership Dues: Members must remain current on annual membership dues. Members are men at least 21 years of age committed to helping youth through volunteering their time and talents.
4. Event-Based Fundraising: Programs like Walk-A-Thon Fundraiser and other community events serve as fundraising vehicles while providing community engagement opportunities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization that delivers free, in-person mentorship and educational programming to young African American and other males of color in the Twin Cities (grades 6-12 and ages 12-17). Core programs include Jr. 100 Mentorship Academy (biweekly life-skills, academic, leadership, financial literacy, and career-readiness sessions) and ManCode Mentoring (annual technology-focused event). Programs are funded by donations, corporate sponsorships, and member dues rather than participant fees.

Product overview

100 Black Men of the Twin Cities is a nonprofit youth development organization offering a portfolio of mentorship and community programs. The core offerings include the Jr. 100 Mentorship Academy for middle and high school students (grades 6-12) and ManCode Mentoring, a technology-focused program for young men ages 12-17. The organization also runs the Ambassador Program for volunteer engagement and the It's Time Campaign for fundraising. Programs are delivered through in-person sessions held at partner venues including Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities and Phyllis Wheatley Community Center, supplemented by periodic special events such as the BLACK MENtors BBQ, Community Health & Wellness Fair, HBCU College Fairs, and Holiday Toy Drive.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Jr. 100 Mentorship Academy A free, structured mentorship program for young males in grades 6-12, particularly focused on males of color in the Twin Cities. Twice-monthly sessions cover self-awareness, leadership development, financial health, career exposure, post-secondary education guidance, public speaking, networking, and life skills. Sessions are hosted at Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities (3110 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411).
• ManCode Mentoring A free annual technology-focused mentorship program for young men ages 12-17, combining mentorship sessions with hands-on technology engagement (e.g., Vibe Coding challenges, gaming bus experiences) and community-building with Black leaders in technology and business. Hosted at Minneapolis College (1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403) in collaboration with Microsoft, Phyllis Wheatley Community Center, Comcast, and MN STEM Partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Mentees display increased self-esteem, personal responsibility, and motivation to succeed in school

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024Microsoft collaborates with 100 Black Men Twin Cities and Phyllis Wheatley Community Center on the annual ManCode mentoring event to provide young men of color with technology mentorship and exposure to Black leaders in technology and business. Microsoft provides support for ManCode 2024 and ManCode 2025 events.
• Phyllis Wheatley Community CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024Key community partner for ManCode mentoring events; provides venue and coordinates transportation for students; serves as drop-off/pick-up point for ManCode programming. Contact: [email protected]
• Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin CitiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 June 2024Co-host of The BLACK MENtors BBQ event and hosting location for Jr. 100 Mentorship Academy sessions. Location: 3110 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Organizations partner to amplify Black youth potential and create mentoring relationships.
• Minneapolis CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost venue for ManCode 2024 and ManCode 2025 events. Provides facilities at 1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 for technology-focused mentorship programming.
• ComcastminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate supporter of ManCode 2025 programming, providing support for the technology and mentorship event for young men of color.
• MN STEM PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupporting partner for ManCode 2025, contributing to STEM-focused mentorship programming for youth.
• MN Black Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization as shown in the sponsors section.
• Appetite For ChangeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity collaborator for the Farm Stand 2024 event at 801 Queen Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411. Partnership supports fresh produce access and awareness of youth training, meal boxes, and community cook programs.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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