San Francisco Bay Area Chapter Receives Highest National Honor at the 40th Annual 100 Black Men of America Conference in NYC
OAKLAND, CA — 100 Black Men of the Bay Area, Inc. has been officially named the 2026 Large Chapter of the Year by its parent organization, 100 Black Men of America, Inc. The prestigious honor was announced at the organization’s historic 40th Annual National Conference, held at the New York Midtown Hilton in New York City, which brought together chapters, corporate partners, and youth leaders from across the globe under the theme “Rooted in Mission, Strengthened by Unity, Shaping the Future.”
The National Large Chapter of the Year award represents the highest level of recognition achievable within the international network of the 100 Black Men. It honors the Bay Area chapter’s exceptional execution of the organization’s core programmatic pillars: Mentoring, Education, Health & Wellness, and Economic Empowerment.
Led by Chairman Danny Lee Williams, the 100 Black Men of the Bay Area was singled out for its innovative youth initiatives, deeply impactful community programming, and a historic milestone of delivering millions of dollars in cumulative academic scholarships to deserving local students.
“This recognition is a testament to the dedication, leadership, and collective efforts of every brother, mentor, volunteer, and community partner who has helped make the Bay Area Chapter a model of excellence,” said Chairman Danny Lee Williams. “Our work embodies our foundational motto, ‘What They See Is What They’ll Be®,’ and winning this award serves as a powerful reminder of our enduring commitment to changing lives and building a brighter future for the next generation in the Bay Area.”
The 100 Black Men of America organization was founded in New York in 1963 and incorporated in 1986, with the Bay Area Chapter forming in 1988. During their 40th Annual Conference, the Bay Area chapter was lauded for setting the national standard for civic engagement and sustainable, metrics-driven youth empowerment.
For more information about the 100 Black Men of the Bay Area, their mentorship initiatives, or upcoming programs, please visit www.100blackmenba.org or follow the chapter on social media @100blackmenofthebayarea.
ABOUT 100 BLACK MEN OF THE BAY AREA, INC.
100 Black Men of the Bay Area, Inc. is the fifth nationally chartered chapter of 100 Black Men of America and one of the country’s most active, having served over 350 Bay Area families annually for over 36 years. It is dedicated to improving the quality of life for Black youth and families across the Bay Area through mentorship, education, health and wellness, economic empowerment, and leadership development. Grounded in service and advocacy, the organization equips young people with the support, exposure, and opportunities they need to thrive. For more information, visit www.100blackmenba.org.
