The 100 Black Men of Memphis, Inc. is proud to be guided by the following principles, missions, values and vision:

Mission Statement
To improve the quality of life of our communities, and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans

Value Statement
The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. is committed to the intellectual development of youth and the economic empowerment of the African-American community based upon the following precepts: respect for family, spirituality, justice and integrity.

Vision Statement
The 100 Black Men of America, Inc. seeks 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.

Statement of Purpose
For more than three decades, 100 Black Men chapters across the nation have touched the lives of more than 60,000 young people. Through the 100's mentoring, educational, anti-violence and economic development programs, young people are gaining the competitive edge. With a mission “to improve the quality of life of our citizens and enhance educational opportunities for African Americans, “ Our members continue to serve as a strong force for overcoming the cultural and financial obstacles that have limited the achievements of African American youth, with a particular emphasis on young African-American males."

Between now and 2005, more than half of all new entrants into the work force will be minorities. At the same time, one half of all jobs will require a more educated workforce. If America falls behind in producing more young minority men and women for the workforce in the coming decades, America's economic ability to compete in the global marketplace will be severely compromised. 100 Black Men of America, Inc., realizes that youth today represent what our communities will be tomorrow.