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(Baltimore, Maryland, April 28, 2026) — For three decades, Mentoring Male Teens in the “Hood” (MMTH) has stood in the gap for underserved youth in Baltimore—investing in boys and building strong men ages 8–18 through consistent mentoring, enrichment, and real-life preparation. MMTH will commemorate this milestone with its 30th Anniversary Celebration on June 18. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Cultivating Kings: Celebrating 30 Years of Investing in Young Men.”
The community will gather at the New Shiloh Family Life Center on N. Monroe Street to welcome keynote speakers, recognize sponsors, and hear reflections from young people in the program. Over the years, MMTH has brought a cadre of high-profile men and women to speak to the Kings—including the Governor of Maryland, the Baltimore City State’s Attorney, heads of medical systems and major corporations in Baltimore, and many others across fields from forensics to business to journalism and more.
“When I founded this organization 30 years ago, I could not have predicted that at least 3,200 young men would come through our program, and that we would make such an incredible impact on them,” said Cameron Miles, Founder of Mentoring Male Teens in the “Hood.”
MMTH’s work is rooted in group mentoring and wraparound enrichment that strengthens academic focus, leadership, and life skills. Program experiences commonly include guest speakers, trips and cultural exposure, sports and community-building activities, health forums, conflict resolution, and honest conversations about real-life issues young men face—all designed to help Kings grow, compete, and thrive. The program has also taken young men on trips locally and across the country, including visits to Ivy League institutions, mainstream colleges, and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
A defining part of MMTH’s long-term commitment is helping young men step into higher education with real support behind them. Every young man who is accepted to college is awarded a $10,000 scholarship—an investment meant to help turn acceptance letters into enrollment and persistence.
“I like to refer to this quote when I think about the young men in the program: ‘A child will follow your example, not your advice.’ The last 30 years has taught us that modeling appropriate behavior is one of our strongest tools in investing in boys and building strong men—and that’s what we are going to continue doing,” Miles said.
That consistent modeling has helped produce meaningful outcomes over the last 30 years, including college graduates across disciplines such as computer science, engineering, and technology—attending institutions including Morgan State University, Baltimore City Community College, and more. Many alumni have gone on to professional careers, including engineering roles.
“I started attending Mentoring Male Teens in the ‘Hood’ on Saturdays with my brother Sean,” said Brandon Adeyamo, 20. “Sean was getting in trouble at school and at home, and my parents thought the structure MMTH provides would be good for him. I never thought that attending this program would broaden my life so much.”
“In addition to Mr. Miles and other men who are part of the program, we see positive role models in people from different occupations and ethnicities,” Adeyamo added. “Today, I am a junior at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), majoring in computer science. Sean is graduating this May from UMBC with the same degree.”
Both Brandon and Sean received scholarships from MMTH toward their college education. “We are thankful to Mentoring Male Teens in the ‘Hood’ for the guidance that brought us here and the inspiration to excel,” Adeyamo said.
“We are thankful for the support of our board, and the individuals, corporations, and organizations who have invested in our Kings,” Miles added. “Their investment has impacted the young men in meaningful ways and contributed to the trajectory of their lives and their possibilities—helping them see farther, aim higher, and believe more deeply in who they can become.”
Sponsors + Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsors of this event include Bruce Behrens, Exelon Corporation, the William L. and Victorine Q. Adams Foundation, and Warnken LLC. You still have time to sponsor this celebration and make a difference in the lives of young men ages 8–18 by supporting mentorship, enrichment experiences, and scholarship investments that change trajectories. Support MMTH's June 18th event by clicking on the links below:
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About Mentoring Male Teens in the “Hood”
Mentoring Male Teens in the “Hood” (MMTH) is a Baltimore-based mentoring program serving boys and young men ages 8–18 through group mentoring and year-round enrichment experiences that support strong character development, leadership growth, and future readiness.
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