100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans Inc. Partners With 40th Anniversary Bayou Classic

12 Outstanding high school seniors will be awarded scholarships.

 New Orleans –- 100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans Inc. joins forces with the 40th Anniversary Bayou Classic, earmarking a historic new era in higher education for the State of Louisiana.

            During the Bayou Classic, 100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans Inc. will award a dozen scholarships to students exemplifying outstanding self-discipline, moral character development and academic achievement both inside and outside the classroom.

            "Bayou Classic is a historic occasion which will have an indelible impact on this community," says Aaron Jackson, spokesman for 100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans Inc. “It gives us great honor to present the next generation of leaders at the 40th Anniversary Bayou Classic.

            "It's the perfect platform in which to hold up these remarkable young people who have overcome extreme adversities and to let them know, job well done," he continues.

            Championing the values of education and excellence, 100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans Inc. will participate in the full lineup of Bayou Classic events as follows:

• Kickoff Press Conference

      Tuesday, November 26th - 10 am

      Mercedes-Benz Superdome

• Thanksgiving Day Parade

      Thursday, November 28th - 3:30 pm to 6 pm

      Mercedes-Benz Superdome to French Market

• Golf Tournament

      Friday, November 29th, 9 am

       Joe Bartholomew Golf Course (Pontchartrain Park)                                                    

• Coaches Luncheon

Friday, November 29th, 12:00 Noon – 2:00 pm

The 100s will spotlight the scholarship award challenge to Grambling State University and Southern University with RIVERJAM for a scholarship donation to the alumni association.

• Fan Festival

Friday November 29th - Noon to 6 pm

Saturday - November 30 - Noon to 5 pm

Champion Square

Joined by corporate partners, the 100s will distribute programming information and prize giveaways to attendees.

• Youth Day - Kicking Off The Future

      Saturday - November 30 - 8 am

Joined by corporate partners, the 100s will distribute educational packages to youth.

• After-Game Event RIVERJAM

Saturday, November 30, 6 pm

Natchez Steamboat - Toulouse Street

The 100s presents its signature scholarship fundraising river cruise to benefit programming initiatives.  The evening features great local entertainment, dance, music and food. Tickets are on sale now! 

Go to riverjam.eventbrite.com: 
http://riverjam.eventbrite.com/
http://www.mybayouclassic.com/