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Born from the Civil Rights Movement's historic epicenter, the Magic City Bar Association represents a powerful legacy of determination and professional achievement in Birmingham, Alabama. Nine visionary African-American attorneys established the organization in November 1984, building upon decades of struggle for equal representation in the legal profession. The organization traces its roots to the 1960s, when fewer than 25 Black attorneys practiced in Alabama and faced exclusion from established bar associations. The Charles Hamilton Houston Legal Study Club, named after the Father of Civil Rights Law, provided early mentorship and collaboration among Birmingham's pioneering Black attorneys. When a new generation of lawyers recognized the continued need for professional connection and mutual support in the 1980s, they founded the Magic City Bar Association to serve the common good. Today, the organization stands as a testament to the courage and fortitude of its founders, continuing their mission to promote professional advancement of minority attorneys, foster economic improvement, protect civil and political rights, and uphold legal profession integrity. The Magic City Bar Association has evolved into an instrument for positive change, with members serving as judges, city officials, and community leaders throughout Birmingham and beyond. Through the establishment of the Magic City Bar Foundation and ongoing community programs, the organization honors its heritage while building futures for the next generation of legal professionals. The Magic City Bar Association embodies the transformative power of community, professional solidarity, and unwavering commitment to justice in Birmingham, Alabama.
Since its establishment in 1971, the Alabama Lawyers Association has served as a cornerstone organization for the legal community in Montgomery, Alabama, with a profound commitment to addressing historical inequities within the justice system. Originally founded as the Alabama Black Lawyers Association, the organization recognized that certain segments of the population have been historically unrepresented or underrepresented in legal representation and advocacy. The organization's founding members, including notable figures such as Justice Oscar W. Adams Jr., Judge U.W. Clemon, and others, established a legacy of social justice that continues to guide the organization's mission today. The Alabama Lawyers Association's purpose remains centered on three core pillars: encouraging the study of law, providing support and networking services to enhance legal counsel effectiveness, and protecting the civil and political rights of all citizens. Operating from Montgomery, the organization represents a unique community of legal professionals united by shared values of justice, equity, and service. The association's work reflects a deep understanding that justice, while theoretically blind, requires active protection and advocacy to be administered fairly. By bringing together lawyers committed to these principles, the Alabama Lawyers Association continues to advance meaningful change within Alabama's legal system and broader society.
The Penny Foundation is community-ownership, legacy giving, designated funds and smart communities. We are a Birmingham, Alabama-based, 501(c)(3) community chest working to eliminate economic inequality in the Black community. The Foundation connects people, organizations, and resources in the areas of family, community, and economic development. We implement initiatives through the lens of technology and innovation.
Through an assets-based approach and identity-based giving, The Penny Foundation provides access to impactful giving at every level and respects the community’s history of generosity. We serve as a philanthropic vehicle for people to focus their resources in the Black community. The Foundation successfully carries out its mission through developing grants, programs and donor advised funds.
We accomplish our mission through grantmaking, programming and donor advised funds. Our programs, funds and grants are informed by a staff, board of directors and volunteers who have an intimate understanding of the community’s history, culture, politics and population. We serve as a philanthropic vehicle for people to focus their resources in the Black community.
The mission of the Black Belt Community Foundation’s is to forge a collective stream of giving that transforms our 12-county region and connects those interested in having an impact in this region with nonprofits that are making a difference today. Founded in 2004 with the idea that those living and working in the Black Belt best knew the area’s challenges and opportunities, the Black Belt Community Foundation actively puts needed resources into the region that make a lasting impact.
Our vision is of a transformed Black Belt where all of our residents contribute to healthy communities and reap the benefits of our shared gifts and a productive regional economy.
We seek to consolidate many region-wide improvement efforts into a common effort with this mission: “To forge a collective stream of giving from the community and other sources so we the people of the Black Belt, can enhance our continuing efforts to lift ourselves by taking what we have to make what we need.”
Alabama ‘s Black Belt stretches across the middle of the state from Mississippi almost to the Georgia line. Rich in human, religious, geographic and political diversity, the Black Belt got its name from the region’s rich, dark soil. It is also home to the highest percentage of African Americans in Alabama .
Into this setting comes the Black Belt Community Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supporting community efforts that contribute to the strength, innovation and success of the region.
The Foundation serves as a partner in philanthropy, making it possible for individuals, families and organizations to give back to the community in many ways, for example creating a personal fund, participating in a professionally managed fund, serving as a volunteer and in many other ways.
Our principles are honesty, diversity and courage in the stewardship of charitable resources. We value the strengths of pluralistic communities where economic, racial and social justice are practiced in a spirit of trust and sincerity.
We value relationships and connections that protect and perpetuate these values. Join with us in “taking what we have to make what we need.”
The 100 Black Men of Greater Montgomery began as an effort of community-minded men receiving our certificate of membership from the National Headquarters. The founding officers consisted of President James Harrell (an established businessman), Vice President William Petty (an Army Colonel), Executive Secretary Edward Brown (an Air Force Colonel), and Treasurer Leonard McGruder (a Retired General Motors Supervisor). Together they created and establish what we know today as the Montgomery Chapter.
The organization was formally incorporated in the State of Alabama in September of 2001 with George Tabb, Bradley Knox, William Petty, Johnny Hardwick, Christopher Pitts, Timothy Robinson, Cornelius White, Malcolm Calhoun, and Adedoyin Dosunmu-Ogunbi listed as additional Directors.
The primary purposes as stated by the Articles of Incorporation were “To provide a community organization to promote a quality education on healthcare, wellness, and mentoring education in the Greater Montgomery Area.” In November of 2002, the Chapter was granted an exemption from federal income tax under the Internal Revenue Code. The Chapter is organized exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes within the meaning of Section 501c(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
As an Affiliate Chapter of The 100 Black Men of America, Inc., we are dedicated to building stronger young men, loving families, and better communities by working together in a network of Chapters around the world.
The chapter serves as a beacon of hope, commitment, and leadership for an area that is one of the bedrocks for human rights movements in this country. The members, advisors, and the leadership are intricately involved in every aspect of life in the Greater Montgomery area: judges, lawyers, doctors, nurses, technicians, educators, administrators, active duty and retired military members, aviators, engineers, financial managers, businessmen, and other professions.
The mission of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans.
The 100 seeks to serve as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents to create environments where our children are motivated to achieve and to empower our people to become self-sufficient shareholders in the economic and social fabric of the communities we serve.
100 Black Men of America, Inc. is committed to the intellectual development of youth and the economic empowerment of the African American community based on the following precepts: respect for family, spirituality, justice, and integrity.
On December 13, 2008 the 100 Black Men of West Alabama chapter of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. was officially chartered. 33 men formed the charter membership for the organization.
Our mission is to improve the quality of life within communities and enhance educational, health, and economic opportunities for all African-Americans and, especially boys and young men of color. We are committed to the intellectual development of youth and economic empowerment of the African-American community based on the precepts of respect for family, spirituality, justice, and integrity. We want to make a difference.
In 1997 the idea set forth, that was birthed in 1963 in New York City, took root in the hearts of a group of leaders in Mobile, Alabama. With a vision of better days for the community — educators, judges, doctors, lawyers, politicians, administrators, engineers, businessmen, entrepreneurs, religious leaders, and other professionals came together to form “Alabama’s First Chapter” of the 100 Black Men of America.
Building up the vision established in New York to make lasting differences in the lives of African-American youth. As the men had in 1963 and 1997, the 100 of today has a passion to channel our collective resources to improve the lives of young people and the various communities of Mobile, Alabama and its surrounding area.
In July 1999, Dr. Prince Preyer, Jr., Madison County District 6 Commissioner and Earnest L. Starks began exploring the creation of the Greater Huntsville Chapter of 100 Black Men of America, Inc. The first meeting to seek affiliation with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. was well attended. The group quickly expanded and in December 1999, The 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville was formally chartered as a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that emphasizes the national focus on mentoring, education, health and wellness, and economic empowerment to empower youth to reach their fullest potential. Since its inception, the 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville has been funded by member dues, grants, fundraisers and private donations. Our two major fundraisers each year are the John Riche Memorial Golf Tournament and the Annual Holiday Gala.
The mission of the 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville, Inc. is to improve the quality of life within our communities and to enhance educational and economic opportunities for our youth.
The 100 Black Men of Greater Huntsville seek to serve as a beacon of leadership by utilizing our diverse talents to create an environment where our children are motivated to achieve and to empower our people to become self-sufficient shareholders in the economic and social fabric of the communities we serve.
Impressed with the aims and philosophy of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., a group of mothers in Montgomery, Alabama organized a provisional chapter in 1954. On October 1, 1955, the Montgomery Chapter was formally established with 33 charter members. In 1980 during the administration of Mrs. Bennye Black Reasor, the chapter sponsored its first Beautillion Militaire. Mrs. Rosalyn King served as chairperson of this event, and the late Attorney Solomon Seay was master of ceremonies. Given the various venues through which young women could shine, the chapter wanted something that highlighted young men.
This biennial event focuses on a series of character building social, cultural and educational activities including a career workshop, a health workshop, and a rites of passage ceremony all designed to help young men from the community make that crucial transition from boyhood to manhood. Not only has the Beautillion Militaire become an increasingly popular event, but also it has raised thousands of dollars for the Jack and Jill of America Foundation. Those thousands of dollars have been reinvested in the community through charitable contributions and has garnered the chapter numerous recognition from the National and Regional organization. Over the years Beautillion has allowed the chapter to make generous contributions to such worthwhile organizations as Common Ground Ministries, AIDS Outreach, Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation, and Alabama State University.
During its 65-year history, the local chapter has provided enrichment and assistance to its members and to the community-at-large. Always aware of our rich heritage, the present chapter members strive to continue the legacy, as we meet the challenges of today and prepare for the future.
Jack and Jill of America, Inc., is a membership organization of mothers with children ages 2 – 19, dedicated to nurturing future African American leaders by strengthening children through leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving, and civic duty.
Our vision is to transform African-American communities, one child at a time.
Our mission is to address issues affecting African-American children and families, by investing in programs and services that create a strong foundation for children to thrive long-term.
We invest in services, programs and organizations that focus on impacting the underlying issues affecting African-American children and families.
Wright Patton provides a wide range of quality legal services. Our practice is defined by our commitment to unyielding client service and satisfaction. We believe that the quality practice of law depends not on the size of the law firm, but on individual attorneys working hard for their clients, being responsive to their clients’ needs, and delivering value in their rates and billing practices. Our firm focuses its energy and expertise on providing personal attention and offering the best advice possible. We treat every client with dignity, compassion and at the same time, instill in each client the confidence of knowing their case will be handled competently and professionally.