There are many issues that are facing the world right now. I have made it a major purpose in my life to make an impact on others by my community service. My personal mission has been working to prepare our youth to become productive members of our society. Below are the organizations that I have either started or support in order to fulfill my mission. I believe that one person doesn't have to do one everything, but everyone can do something."
~ Attorney Melvyn R. Burrow, CPA
Spirit of the League AwardAttorney Melvyn R. Burrow was one of the award recipients for the annual "Spirit of the League" Award from The Atlanta Urban League, Inc. He received the award at the awards luncheon held on June 26, 2010, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Atrium Ballroom.
Check out Attorney Melvyn R. Burrow's feature on WBTV Channel 2 News's segment People2People. |
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The Urban Pre-College Education Network
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The Urban Pre-College Education Network (UPCEN) is a college preparatory program that prepares minority high school students for a successful college experience. The free workshops meet bi-monthly on Saturday morning from 11 am to 1:00 pm. The program begins in September and runs through May. Please visit UPCEN.org to learn more about the program and to view the current Workshop Calendar.
Some of the UPCEN workshops offered include:
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Let Us Make Man
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Let Us Make Man – The Gathering to Reclaim Black Manhood is an annual event that features a day filled with an information session, workshop, and fellow-shipping within the Black Community. Many Black Community leaders come to the event and share their wisdom with other black men and youth. Mel teaches how-to obtain admissions into college, trade/vocational schools, and the military.
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Male Action Coalition - MAC Mentoring Program
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The Male Action Coalition mentors young Black males from 10 thru 18. The program aims to empower Black males with a sense of consciousness, competence, and commitment toward building and maintaining strong families and supportive community institutions.
Melvyn is the founder of "Just the Facts Black Reality Class," which he created to positively impact the African-American Community's cultural consciousness. Using bi-weekly media presentations and thought-provoking, constructive discussions, we inspire and educate through showcasing the history of our leaders and influencers. These meetings promote self-determination and empowerment. Participants are encouraged to join other community organizations or create programs to uplift the African-American Community. Please call (404) 875-5626 to get more information. |
The Serenity Club Inc.
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Mel is the founder and president of The Serenity Club Inc., a non-profit organization that provides meeting space for various community development programs. In addition to space for 12-step programs to meet, we offer the community at large seminars, workshops and community affairs events. If you need space for your community meeting, consider The Serenity Club.
We also sponsor mentoring and education programs to facilitate the growth and development for under privileged teenagers in low-income communities. At SCI, we are the place where recovery from "issues" begins. Learn more > |