Building a strong community means investing in strong individuals. At the New Chesapeake Men for Progress Education Foundation, Inc., we believe in “Forging ahead and striving for excellence”. Our work is deeply rooted in recognizing and cultivating leadership potential among Chesapeake’s youth.

How do we do it?

• Recognizing Achievement: We celebrate young men for their academic excellence, hard work, tenacity, and perseverance. They are “the best and the brightest”, serving as role models in and outside the classroom.
• Honoring Leaders: Our awards, like the Dr. Darnell Johnson Middle School Distinguished Scholar Award, encourage students to be ambassadors for high academic achievement. The Bronze Eagle Award specifically recognizes achievements, leadership, and philanthropy. We also recognize individuals improving our community.
• Mentoring and Guidance: We provide guidance and mentoring to middle and high school students as a “Proud Partner” with Chesapeake Public Schools. We offer a Leadership Development Mentoring Program and support other organizations doing similar work.
• Investing in Futures: By providing scholarships and educational grants, we enable future leaders to envision, set, pursue, and achieve personal and professional goals. Our support helps students overcome obstacles and achieve what they wish to achieve.
• Highlighting Role Models: We showcase the achievements and leadership qualities of our scholarship honorees, detailing their academic success, involvement in school organizations, sports, and community service. We also highlight the legacies of leaders like Dr. William E. Ward, a founder, mayor, and mentor, and George W. McCadden, Sr., whose legacy includes mentoring and wisdom.

The community supports us, and in turn, we actively support the development of leaders and the pursuit of excellence within that community. This dedication reflects the pride we take in our community. Greatness and excellence are the hallmark of those who take the initiative and seize the moment. That’s the spirit we aim to foster!