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Wednesday, December 18, 2019

100 Black Men of Greater Orlando's Project Success Scholarship Program

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Florida State University alumnus Orenn Fells earned a bachelor’s degree in the humanities and a master’s degree in sports administration from the institution before moving to Orlando for law school. Orenn Fells remains active with locally focused organizations, including the membership organization 100 Black Men of Greater Orlando.

Founded by a dedicated group of African-American professionals in 1963, 100 Black Men of America pools the expertise and resources of its 10,000 members to organize community initiatives focused on leadership development, health and wellness, youth education, and economic prosperity.

The organization’s Greater Orlando chapter encourages educational achievement through its Project Success scholarship program. Since its inception, the program has awarded young African-American scholars attending Jones High School with more than $1 million dollars in tuition funding.

In addition to scholarship opportunities, students engage in personal development workshops to enhance their social and emotional skills and improve their academic abilities. Participants are also supported through the college admission process and encouraged to explore a range of career paths.

About Orenn Fells

An Orlando, Florida, resident, attorney Orenn Fells served on the legal team of Sloan Curtis Automotive Group in Windermere, assisting with damage claims for new and used cars. Additionally, Orenn Fells updated the company on changes in the law.

Previously, Mr. Fells was a legal intern for Maple Street Inc. in Longwood, Florida, a contract management firm that works for banks and credit unions nationwide. He ensured the language of vendor agreements was clear and performed research in support of the company’s lawyers.

Mr. Fells attended Florida State University in Tallahassee, attaining a bachelor of science in arts and humanities and a master’s degree in sports administration. A member of the Seminoles’ basketball team, he was twice honored for having the best grades on the team, and was an intern in the academic advisement program for athletes.

Mr. Fells also contributed to the N.O.W. Coalition’s civil rights initiatives as chair of its executive board, and led the Brothers’ Keepers College Prep Academy of Tallahassee and Orlando. In addition, he organized activities for users of Tallahassee’s parks and recreational facilities.

A member of the Florida Bar and 100 Black Men of Orlando, Mr. Fells maintains a collection of almost 1,000 vinyl LPs and enjoys Marvel Cinematic Universe films.