Suit Drive

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Mr. Hasson Diggs
Phone: (404) 964-1880
Email: brainstorm2002@aol.com

Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM)’s continued partnership with the ITSUITSYOU.ORG organization provides clothes & needed resources for Baltimore’s Black Men and Boys
(Baltimore, Md.) January 21, 2015 - Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM) and the Youth Development Committee (YDC)’s unique partnership with ITSUITSYOU.ORG a self-development organization, continues to provide a valuable opportunity for Baltimore men and boys, by contributing to every man’s ability to be confident, self-sufficient, and successful in his career endeavors.  Since the campaign began in February 2014, countless donors have contributed an abundance of men & boys’ suits, suit jackets, shirts, ties, & belts to Patterson Park Laundry and Dry Cleaners, which is open 7 days a week, located at 2805 E. Fayette St in Baltimore, and owned by BPM member Louis Monk. Currently, our partnership is requesting donations of dress shirts (preferably new & white), clean dress shoes, and ties – all sizes are needed and welcome.

These donations provide resources in preparing for employment interviews, building self-esteem, attending networking opportunities, social events, worship services, and enhancing that “first impression”.  The initial success of the partnership still continues to demonstrate the commitment and sense of urgency our communities must embrace to further ensure success.
Your organization can develop a suit drive in your community, following these six (6) easy steps:

* Step one:  Conduct a needs assessment among the community.  Use this survey link as a help:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/3Q9VRZV
* Step two: Collect and review the completed assessment forms
* Step three: Socialize a campaign to collect the requested items
* Step four: Establish a collection period and location
* Step five: Distribute the items to the individuals in need
* Step six: Collect testimonies of the impact the items had on the person(s) who received them.

As supported in scripture (Proverbs 22:6), Black Professional Men’s partnership with ITSUITSYOU.ORG is committed to raise up our black boys and men so they won’t depart from the ways that strengthen them.


About ITSUITSYOU.ORG
ITSUITSYOU.ORG is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization that seeks to empower any disadvantaged men and boys to become better citizens, husbands, fathers, and sons, fostering a positive self-image and to take pride in their appearance.  Clients will recognize the power of their self-image and, ultimately, make better life choices and continue to succeed.  ITSUITSYOU.ORG’s mission is to give men and boys self-confidence by providing the apparel needed to attend important functions.   The organization provides suits, shirts, ties, and shoes to men and boys for the purposes of job interviews, proms, church, and special family and public events; suits and associated apparel for male veterans; and image consultation and individual development services. Clients can learn to overcome past obstacles and poor decision-making by becoming positive contributing members of the community.

ITSUITSYOU.ORG believes in “building 1 man at a time”.  More information regarding ITSUITSYOU.ORG can be found at www.ITSUITSYOU.ORG;
https://www.facebook.com/itsuitsyouorg

About Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM)
Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM) (www.bpm.org) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland.  BPM was established in 1991 to address the social, economic, and political awareness needs of the African-American community, especially those of the African-American male.  The mission of BPM is to “Ensure the Future of the African-American Male.”  BPM is a 100% volunteer organization.  Members participate in a variety of community service initiatives to provide youth with exposure to different experiences and positive role models.  BPM hosts seminars, workshops, and field trips within the Baltimore metro area for the young men and boys that we mentor.  Moreover, BPM sponsors mentees on cultural and educational trips; attends Baltimore Raven’s games; and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Conference.  Each year BPM hosts the Rays of Hope Scholarship Breakfast, where college scholarships are awarded to 10 deserving young men.

About Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM) – Youth Development Committee
This committee is focused on implementing youth based programs and partnerships in support of the mission of BPM.  YDC strives to create programs and partnerships (i.e., with schools, business, professional /civic organizations, fraternities, and the general public) that target, build, and promote the youth in our community. Partnering with organizations, of shared values, is an integral part of the future success stories that are written at BPM.  Together, the lives of youth are influenced in the community. BPM/YDC continues to “light the torch” and inspire youth to greatness throughout 2014.

Black Professional Men, Inc. (BPM) - Membership
To learn more about BPM please contact the Membership Chair at (443) 623-9657 or email: louismonk@gmail.com.



www.blackprofessionalmen.org * bpmincorg@gmail.com * 443-550-1BPM      
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