THE 2025 EXTRAORDINARY
MEN AWARDS
Dumbo LOFT Brooklyn
Honoring Extraordinary Men
Join us for an inspiring evening dedicated to honoring extraordinary men of color who exemplify courage, leadership, and service. The Extraordinary Men Awards (EMAs) is a special event that celebrates community changemakers, promotes a legacy of empowerment, and raises vital funds to expand mentorship and educational programs. Your partnership will amplify these impactful efforts, positioning your organization as a leader committed to social justice, community growth, and transformative change.
December 11th, 2025
Location
Dumbo Loft Brooklyn — a vibrant, creative space fostering community engagement
Audience
Over 200 community leaders, educators, mentors, entrepreneurs, and supporters
Goal
To raise $100,000 to support and scale our mentorship and educational initiatives
Our Impact. Our Unique Focus.
Our program has a targeted focus on serving young men of color, aged 8–24, in Brooklyn’s neglected neighborhoods. By focusing on social-emotional development, we address issues like mental health, violence, and educational gaps. Our goal is to build emotional intelligence and cognitive-behavioral skills, empowering these young men to reduce violence, improve school engagement, and become responsible community members.
Innovative Programs Include:
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Building leadership and cultural pride.
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Developing skills and resilience in a safe, engaging environment.
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Addressing re-entry challenges and transforming perspectives.
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Our 4,500 sq ft community center in Bedford-Stuyvesant, established in 2022, offers a safe haven for mentorship, workshops, and community gatherings.
Celebrating Leadership & Legacy
The Extraordinary Men Awards is more than just an awards ceremony; it’s a movement to elevate the inspiring stories of men of color whose actions ignite change.
Event Highlights
Powerful speeches and award presentations
Opportunities for engagement and brand visibility
Moving performances celebrating resilience and achievement
Our 2025 Honorees
Jeff Lindor
Tameek Floyd
Greg Bishop
Dr. Dennis B. McKesey
The Impact You Can Make
By partnering with us, you enable the expansion of these programs, empowering more youth and creating a ripple effect of resilience and leadership across Brooklyn and beyond.
Your sponsorship supports programs that:
Offer educational resources fostering personal growth
Provide vital mentorship and leadership training
Create physical and digital spaces for authentic dialogue and community building
