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February 22, 2012The 100 Black Men of St Mary Parish is holding a free financial seminar Saturday, Feb 25, at the Morgan City Municipal Auditorium.
The seminar is in keeping with one of the organization’s mission: to promote economic empowerment as a footstool for African-Americans who wish to start their own business. The free seminar is open to all races and genders.
“These are tough economic times,” said Clarence Robinson Jr., president of the 100 Black Men of St. Mary. “Our purpose for this finance seminar is for credit restoration and life insurance benefits.”
Speakers at Saturday’s seminar will include Krishondra Noel, owner of Credit Consultative of Houma, and Kia White, a life insurance expert from Met-Life in Shreveport.
According to event organizer the Rev. Donald Grimm, attendees will be able to ask questions and get a better understanding of financing and protecting businesses.
“Since, we’ve started a new year, and hopefully many people have outlined their goals, we believe this conference will provide vital information for people,” Grimm said. “We also believe this event will offer tremendous hope and help for people to improve their lives.”
The seminar will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, contact Robinson at (985) 312-2552.
Meanwhile, the 100 Black Men of St. Mary is also hosting its annual Black History essay contest, which is open to all St. Mary middle school students in grades 5 through 8.
Essays should be 500 words or less, and must be received by Feb. 29. They can be written or typed. Essays can be sent via email to kbze@petronet.net, faxed to (985) 385-6268 or mailed to Black History Essay, 1320 Victor II Blvd., Morgan City, La. 70380.
The first place winner will receive $200; $150 to second place; and $100 to the third place finisher.
The contest is intended to promote black history and literacy. “It’s a look into our past and, at the same time, a glimpse into our future,” Grimm said.
