The Fellas is a nonprofit agency that was Founded in 1984 at Northwestern H.S. as an unsanctioned organization the purpose then was socialization and positive male bonding among African American men. Our bond and brotherhood influenced each other to go on and lead successful lives. The organization disbanded in 1993, approximately two hundred young men became members. Thirty two years later, the organization has reformed with the goal to mentor and tutor to foster a commitment to students that will promote pro-social friendships, spirituality, strong interpersonal skills, and reassert a sense of hope in the future. Only through personal relationships can a sense of individual responsibility be reestablished that will give youth the commitment to follow through on path to adulthood with a sense of pride and accomplishment.