The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors (ACBM) is an organization that serves its members and their constituents by providing service, support, and information. We represent a diverse membership that advocates and promote leadership- and economic- development opportunities, high quality health, human services and education. ACBM Priorities: 1. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Provide members with service, support, service and information in order to encourage growth and create communication of excellence 2. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: To advocate and promote economic development opportunities for all Alabama communities. 3. HEALTH LEADERSHIP: To advocate and promote high quality health and human development services within all ACBM communities. 4. EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS OF ALL AGES: To facilitate advocate and encourage the health and wellbeing of Alabama families through education. 5. EXTENSIVE & INTENSIVE COMMUNITY OUTREACH: Connecting Alabama residents with programs, services and opportunities that improve the quality of life.

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors, respectfully request the support and participation of your organization in the Mayors for Healthy Communities Project. The MHCP will be planned and implemented by the Alabama Conference of Black Mayors and facilitated by the Snatcher Leadership Institute at the Morehouse School of Medicine. The goal of the project is to provide powerful, capable, measurable tools and resources that benefit communities in small towns and small to medium-sized cities through increased capacity, outreach and education for the purpose of eliminating health disparities and improving the quality of life for at risk and underserved populations. We are hopeful that you will take part in this extremely important endeavor.

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors at Satcher Health Leadership Training at Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta GA (Pictured) Dr. Valerie Rice, President, of Morehouse School of Medicine, President of ACBM, Honorable Johnny Ford

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors Healthy Community The ACBM traveled to Tuskegee on July 14-15 for the MHCP inaugural luncheon and Healthy Communities Project Pictured: Dr. Oluwatoysi Adekeye MHCP Panel, Atlanta, Mayor Johnny Ford, Tuskegee, Mayor Jason Ward, Lisman, Mayor Carrie Fulghum, Gainesville, Mayor Lewis Harper, Boligee,Mayor David Daniels, Hayneville, Consultant Charles James, Atlanta GA

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors ACBM Supporting communities in their effort to become healthier cities. Obese children and adolescents are at risk for health problems during their youth and as adults. For example, during their youth, obese children and adolescents are more likely to have risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes, than are other children and adolescents The ACBM and Hobson City Read and Bicycle Ride. August 20,2016 The City of Hobson City youth Bicycle Club. Twenty Youth will earn points to ride bicycles. The youth much participate in library activities that include ongoing reading, volunteering at the library, doing community service, and participate in activities in the city. Pictured: Mayor Alberta McCrory, Hobson City

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors Membership Fee Financial Membership makes it possible for the ACBM to implement programs that empower communities and increase the quality of life for Alabama Residence. Features of Membership Include: Membership Includes: E Mail Updates, Monthly Newsletter, Invitation to ACBM Meetings and Events , Tickets to ACBM Sustainable Communities Reception, Participation in ACBM Trainings and Conferences . ACBM Public Service Network $5,000.00 Annual Sponsorship Contribution. Membership Includes: E Mail Updates , Monthly Newsletter, 5 Tickets to the ACBM Sustainable Communities Reception, Invitation to ACBM Trainings, Conferences and Events in 2015, Listing as a major sponsor at ACBM Events, Marketing Opportunities at ACBM Events, Logo on ACBM Website ACBM Community Development Council $10,000.00 Annual Sponsorship Contribution Membership Includes: E Mail Updates, Monthly Newsletter, List in as a host for all ACBM events for 12 months, 6 ACBM T Shirts, 10 Tickets to the ACBM Sustainable Communities Reception, Invitation to attend all ACBM Trainings, Conferences and Events for 12 months, ACBM Wall Plaque , Listing as a major sponsor at ACBM Events, Marketing Opportunities at ACBM Events, Logo on ACBM Website Pictured: Congresswoman Terri Sewell, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies Mr. Spencer Overton, ACBM Membership.

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors Through the implementation of a series of new programs in 2016, the ACBM seeks to improve the quality of life for Alabama residents and facilitate sustainable in Alabama cities and towns. Our members and associates are committed more than ever to working in partnership with the bucommunitiessiness community, faith based communities, civic organizations and community leaders for the benefit of Alabama families. We seek to achieve our goals through our extensive community outreach programs and providing needed resources, education and support with regard to eliminating health disparities, advancement through educational opportunities for students of all ages, and more opportunities for families through community and economic development. For this reason, we hope that you will take a moment to review our 2016 RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTUS. Once you have had a chance to learn more about The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors, we would love to schedule a time to meet with you personally to discuss our programs. Also we hope that you will support our work by making a tax-deductible contribution, becoming a member or becoming a corporate sponsor. No contribution amount is too small and your financial support will go to good use immediately. ACBM Annual Membership Fees: Municipality Membership Organizational Membership Population Fee Amount Employees Fee Amount 1-2000 $200.00 1-5 $200.00 2,001-5,000 $300.00 6-25 $350.00 5,001-10,000 $400.00 26-50 $500.00 10,001-25,000 $500.00 51-100 $750.00 25,001-50,000 $600.00 101-250 $1,000.00 50,001-100,00 $700.00 251-500 $1,500.00 100,001-up $800.00 500- up $2,000.00

The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors   We are very hopeful that you and your respective organization can attend the inaugural events for the ACBM Healthy Communities Project. We also hope to have your participation and ongoing support. We are also interested in scheduling a brief in-person or phone meeting with you in the near future to talk with you personally about this extremely important endeavor. We look forward to talking with you soon. Regards, The Alabama Conference of Black Mayors The goals of this program are: Measurable increase in the overall health, wellness and quality of life of individuals and families living in underserved Alabama communities through education, treatment and support with regard to the following health disparities: a) Mental & Behavioral Health b) Food & Nutrition/Food = Medicine c) Local Health Policy and Health Leadership Trainings. Measurable increase in the overall growth, efficiency and stability of small cities and towns serving at risk communities in Alabama through technical assistance, best practices trainings and community development resources. With Kindness Regards, Vickie Diann Dawson Moore, Executive Director For additional information, please feel free to contact Vickie Moore, Executive Director,mayorladyv@yahoo.com or Charles James, charlesdjames@gmail.com Contributions to ACBM are Tax-Deductible. ACBM Tax-I.D.35-251-2564