In the spring of 2016, Jermaine launched the I AM A GENTLEMAN, INC. foundation. The mission of I Am A Gentleman, Inc. is to engage, enrich and empower young men for successful careers, healthy lifestyles, marketable skills and well-balanced relationships. The foundation provides male mentorship and leadership development to young men ages 14-21 around the country. To date, more than 3,500 young men and adult men have benefitted from I AM A GENTLEMAN, INC.
Jermaine was named as a 2016 Man of Excellence by the Chicago Defender Newspaper and recently received the 2018 Community Hero Award by Harmony Healthcare, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare resources. Jermaine’s was also named a Mentoring King and was featured on Central City Productions Nationally Syndicated Television Show, Mentoring Kings.