• Text in the image says, "City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Black Males Million Father March" with the image of black, father holding his son's hand while walking. The son is reading a book and wearing a backpack.
  • Commission on the Status of Black Males Million Father March 2026 Registration Form

    The Commission on the Status of Black Males (CSBM) will join area fathers, father figures, mentors, and role models to welcome students back to school in person Wednesday, August 5 at 8:30 a.m. at Fairview Elementary School, 500 West 7th Street. Volunteers will be expected to adhere to health and safety guidelines, posted at the registration site.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Details and FAQs for the Million Father March are below.

    Timeline:

    • 8:15 am - Arrive
    • 8:20 am - Group Photo (on 7th street in front of Fairview)
    • 8:30 am - 9:25 am - Greet students


    Parking information:(No parking on 7th st or in the Teachers Lot)

    • Paid street parking on Rogers St. or on 7th Street east of Rogers St. 
    • City Hall Visitor Parking (limited)
    • Volunteers CANNOT park in the church parking lot across from Fairview because they would be at risk of getting towed.


    Safety:

    • No high fives, handshake, or touching. Waving is OK.
    • Face coverings are optional


    FAQs

    • Yes! You may cheer, dance, and give words of affirmation. we encourage it!
    • Yes! you may bring positive signs and dress up as superheroes.
    • No, you do not have to be Black or a male to participate. Everyone is welcome.
    • Million Father March will take place outside of Fairview elementary school NOT inside the building
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