The 100 Men of Color Black Tie Gala & Awards recognizes the contributions that these men of color in business, education, entrepreneurship, government, entertainment, and service have made, and the impact they have made on the lives of people throughout the State of Connecticut and Western Massachusetts communities.

Our goal is to provide financial support for programs that support the advancement of young men of color. A portion of the proceeds from this annual event will support scholarships for young men who graduate from high school and plan on attending college, male leadership programs, and mentorship programs. On this day, we believe these individuals should be honored for their achievements and celebrated for their accomplishments along with their family, friends and support networks.