The Mission of the 100 Men Who Cook, LLC is to assist grassroots non-profit community organizations, whose focus is the support, education, and development of youth, by raising operating capital to sustain their goals and objectives. The yearly signature event coincided with UNCF’s annual telethon to raise funds for scholarships for students attending historically Black colleges and universiti
es (HBCU’s). The highly recognized slogan from the early 1990’s, “A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste,” still resonates with the organizers today. In 2004, after community encouragement to resurrect the highly successful fundraising celebration, Charles “Chuck” Moss, organized a committee to host the event. For several years, the affair was held under the umbrella of a local non-profit. In 2012, the request was once again made to bring back this dynamic fundraiser. Chuck sought the support from colleagues he had worked with on other projects. He called on Norma Paige, who just happened to be the sister of Vivian Kerr, founder of the original 100 Men Who Cook. Consequently, they were granted permission to use the name, “100 Men Who Cook,” and moved forward recruiting members for the team. Since its inception, the 100 Men Who Cook has been a premier black-tie gala, managed and staffed only by volunteers; many, whom have been with the gala since the mid 1980’s. The 100 Men Who Cook has a solid reputation of being an elegant affair. The fact that this fundraiser is enjoyed by all attendees is just one reason for always presenting a “sold-out” event. Financial support is from ticket sales, sponsorships, table sales, souvenir program advertisement, and a silent auction/casino. In 2013, the newly formed 100 Men Who Cook, Inc. established as a Colorado non-profit organization with the following mission: The 100 Men Who Cook, Inc. is dedicated to supporting Denver’s youth by helping grassroots community nonprofit organizations that have a proven track record of making a positive and significant impact on youth in the community by raising operating capital to sustain their goals and objectives. Your donation will benefit three worthy grassroots organizations that have been selected based on the following criteria: Organizations with a mission that focuses on the education, support, and development of youth and their families. Based in the state of Colorado
Minimum of 3 years proven operation
Provide four (4) letters of recommendation for financial support
Provide brief description of how financial support will impact the goals of the organization
Our primary beneficiaries this year are the Jazz C.A.F.E., Colorado Beautillion-Cotillion, Inc., and Boys Day. Additionally, we support the activities of various community organizations that align with our mission throughout the year. Your support, as a donor of The 100 Men Who Cook Black Tie Fundraiser will provide much needed resources to several local community organizations.
