100 Black Men of Long Island

9 Centre Street

Hempstead, New York 11550

516-538-6318





Contact: Mr. Phil Andrews/Public Relations Director 100 Black Men of Long Island



For Immediate Release: 100 Black Men of Long Island establish Web Site at www.100blackmenoflongisland.org







The 100 Black Men of Long Island Inc., located at 9 Centre Street, Hempstead, New York 11550 established a web site to better facilitate communication to the public of its ongoing programs and activities, which are of vital interest to the community. The 100 Black Men of Long Island is a 501-(c) (3) non-profit organization. The web site is located at www.100blackmenoflongisland.org and has an abundance of information concerning the activity of the (100). The Web site is composed of an about us page, mission page, member listing section, program listing, and a links section. The web site is designed to increase public awareness, and participation of important programs and activities conducted by the (100). Visitors may log on to the 100 Black Men site as indicated at www.100blackmenoflongisland.org to inquire or register for current programs and activities of the organization. You may also contact the 100 Black Men via email at obmli@cs.com or call the organization at (516) 538-6318.



The organization will be presenting it annual awards Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 22, 2003, at the Crest Hollow Country Club located at 8325 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, New York 11797. For further information concerning the upcoming Annual Awards Dinner Dance you may also log on to our web site at the above address or contact us at the above telephone number.



One Hundred Black Men of Long Island, (OHBMLI) was established and incorporated in 1974 under the laws of the State of New York as a nonprofit organization. The purpose of OHBMLI is to improve the quality of life in Nassau/Suffolk Counties, particularly in the Black Community.



The organization works for the elimination of bigotry and discrimination, fosters equality of opportunity and assist members and constituents in their honorable endeavors. OHBMLI strives to improve the quality of life by becoming knowledgeable on issues facing our community and in constructive ways seeks to resolve those issues by developing ongoing dialog with the appropriate leadership levels in government, business, and the private sector.



Our methodology includes, but is not limited to, sponsoring forums, seminars, and meetings with elected officials, appointed persons, corporate executives, educational leaders, and other decision-makers. The organization works to make economic opportunity a reality and supports upward mobility.

Education.



It supports educational research and makes contributions to worthy causes insofar as possible. Supporting academic achievement and recognizing the importance of sound education in 1980, OHBMLI established an endowed fund for the Black and other disadvantaged students in high technology at SUNY Farmingdale, Nassau Community College, Hofstra University, and Aldelphi University. In 1984 OHBMLI initiated ten Achievement Awards for Black and disadvantaged high school graduates in ten high schools on Long Island. Essential to the rapport and success of the organization is the belief in and practice of effective networking.



OHBMLI encourages business relationships among the membership and have success documenting the viability of this approach.



In 1984 OHBMLI, in a Legislative Resolution by the New York State Assembly, was cited for commendable contributions to the advancement of higher education for Black students, as well as its laudable community activities. The organization is a life member of the National NAACP.



OHBMLI will continue to exert a positive impact on the quality of life in Nassau and Suffolk counties, especially as it pertains to all the citizens of both counties membership.



The membership of OHBMLI is composed of men who demonstrate excellence in a broad range of professional endeavors. The Headquarters is 9 Centre Street, Hempstead, New York 11550.





For more information on 100 Black Men of Long Island Programs and activities you may log on our web-site at www.100blackmenoflongisland.org email us at obmli@cs.com or contact us at 516-538-6318.