06/19/2026
Today we celebrate Juneteenth the day in 1865 when freedom finally reached the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas. 🎶✊🏿
For us, Juneteenth is a celebration of joy and resilience: the music, the gatherings, the generations who held on to hope and passed it forward. That spirit lives in everything Black Men Teach does.
Our mission is simple and powerful recruit, prepare, place, and retain Black male teachers in Minnesota's elementary schools. When a Black boy has a Black male teacher, he's far more likely to stay in school and see a future for himself. That's freedom in action, one classroom at a time.
So today, we dance. We remember. We give thanks. And tomorrow, we get back to building futures brick by brick. 🧱
Happy Juneteenth from all of us at Black Men Teach. 🌍
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06/13/2026
One lucky bidder at the Gold Star Gala will have the chance to bring an unforgettable culinary experience into their own home with an in-home dinner for 10 prepared by Chef Mateo Mackbee of and , alongside his partner, Pastry Chef Erin Lucas of .
You create the ambiance and invite nine of your closest friends. Chef Mateo will take care of the rest.
This curated dinner will be specially designed for you and your guests, blending flavor, culture and storytelling in a way that only Chef Mateo and Chef Erin can deliver. From the importance of ingredients in New Orleans culture to the stories of Chef Mateo’s grandfather, Reynard Morrell’s, this experience will be rooted in history, tradition and the journey that shaped him as a chef.
Be prepared to leave fully satisfied, not only from the food, but from the culture, the stories and the experience.
This exclusive live auction item will be available at the Black Men Teach Gold Star Gala.
The Gala is sold out, registration is closed. However, you can still help us meet our goal by clicking the link in our bio and supporting our mission.
06/09/2026
This is not just a weekend getaway. This is an experience.
One lucky bidder at the sold-out Gold Star Gala will have the chance to win a one-night stay at The Estates Bed & Breakfast in St. Joseph, plus an unforgettable dinner for 10 with renowned Chef Mateo Mackbee.
Chef Mateo and Erin have helped turn St. Joseph into a true culinary destination through Krewe Restaurant, bringing the flavor, soul, and tradition of New Orleans together with Minnesota hospitality.
From a beautiful overnight stay to an intimate dinner experience with one of Minnesota’s most celebrated chefs, this is the kind of live auction item you do not want to miss.
Registration is officially closed and the Gala is officially SOLD OUT! For those attending come ready to bid, celebrate and be part of an Evening of Resilience, impact and community.
We’ll see you at the Gold Star Gala. It’s going to be a party!!!
06/08/2026
We are excited to welcome Known MPLS back to the Gold Star Gala.
Known MPLS understands the power of representation, culture and community. Their voices will help set the tone for an unforgettable Evening of Resilience as we come together to celebrate and support the mission of Black Men Teach.
“This partnership matters deeply to us because we see the impact every day—young people need to see themselves reflected in leadership. Black Men Teach is doing that work, and we’re honored to use our voices to support a mission that’s building confidence, culture, and community from the inside out.”
Even though the Gala is sold out, you can still help us reach our goal by clicking our link in the bio and adding your support. Thank you!