We conducted over 5,000 free health screenings for Black men in 2024, with devastating results. Over 85% had High Blood Pressure (HBP), a silent killer that often goes unnoticed. Worse, 56.7% were unaware of the risk. Know your numbers for survival, not just statistics. It's time to manage our health.
Founded in 2004 and now present in over 20 cities nationwide, Black Men’s Wellness Day is a powerful awareness campaign dedicated to encouraging Black men to live longer, healthier lives by raising awareness and creating access to lifesaving information and resources. preventable diseases. It features a 5K walk and run, entertainment, vendor pavilion, kids zone and more.
African American men are 70% more likely to die from preventable diseases than white men. Through free health screenings, PCP access, and fitness activities, the event empowers men to take charge of their health and promotes a culture of wellness in our communities. Annually, Black Men’s Wellness Day provides hundreds of thousands of Black men and their families access to free health screenings earning recognition from former President Barack Obama. In Ohio, August is declared as African American Male Wellness Month by former Governor John Kasich.
Founded in 2004 and now present in over 20 cities nationwide, Black Men’s Wellness Day is a powerful awareness campaign dedicated to encouraging Black men to live longer, healthier lives by raising awareness and creating access to lifesaving information and resources. preventable diseases. It features a 5K walk and run, entertainment, vendor pavilion, kids zone and more.
Our mission is to uplift, empower, and support Black men and their families on their journey toward healing and well-being. Best of all, all our programs are completely free! Scroll down to learn more about our initiatives and how you can get involved.
Join the movement: Join a city committee or passion team, become a volunteer, and become a vendor.
Support the Leading Agency Impacting the Lives of Black Men and Their Families
Annually, 116.5 million partnership impressions are created across social media, digital platforms, radio, tv and print media designed to improve the overall health and well-being of individuals within our communities. Together, our community health and wellness programs attract more than 100,000 attendees nationwide.
