Our History

Progressive Black Men, Inc. has been at the forefront of developing African American male leaders through service, scholarship, and brotherhood for over three decades. Progressive Black Men, Inc. was established on the campus of Florida State University by 12 minority students who formed a friendship while enrolled in the Summer Enrichment Program at the university now known as the Center for Academic Retention & Enhancement (C.A.R.E.). Their similar interest in academic achievement, self-improvement and a commitment to help others reach their potential evolved in them forming an organization that reflected their values. On November 27, 1989 Progressive Black Men was officially established.