Caleb bolden '25, President
Caleb Bolden is a Sophomore in Kirkland House concentrating in Economics with a citation in Spanish. Caleb’s goal for the year is to have our programming be engaging, inclusive, and impactful. He wants our traditions and events, both new and old, to facilitate the building of an environment where lifelong friendships and memories are made. He hopes to amp up collaborations with other Harvard and non-Harvard organizations to expand BMF’s reach beyond just its members.
Ottou FOuda '26, vice president
Ottou Fouda is a Sophomore in Dunster House planning to study Applied Math on the Economics Track with a secondary in Art History. Ottou’s goal for this year is to increase involvement and engagement among all Black men on campus in BMF. On top of this, he hopes we can create a culture of support, vulnerability, brotherhood and inclusivity.
Tioluwalase Adelakun '26, brotherhood chair
Tioluwalase Adelakun is a Sophomore in Winthrop House planning to concentrate in Neuroscience on the MBB track with a secondary in Global Health and Health Policy. Tioluwalase's goal for this year is to work to create an environment that values the spectrum of Black identities that exist on this campus and works to create and further positive relationships within the Black men on campus and with other identities across campus.
Chris Wright ‘25, treasurer
Chris Wright is a Junior in Cabot House concentrating in Government. Chris’ goal for the year is to assist board members in bringing their events to life by creating a strong, long-lasting financial platform. Through a combination of budgeting and fundraising, he hope to give BMF the resources to create a safe and inclusive environment for all BMF members and adjacent communities. He also want to educate members on the importance of creating healthy personal finance habits.
Kylan Benson '26, Secretary
Kylan Benson is a Sophomore in Winthrop House planning to concentrate in Government with a secondary in History. Kylan’s goals for this year are twofold. Internally, he wants to ensure that our board is organized and actively preserving BMF's history. Externally, he wants to highlight our events, members, and the causes we support through BMF's communication platforms.
Santiago Kelly ‘26, Inclusivity chair
Santiago is a Sophomore in Dunster House planning to study Art, Film, and Visual Studies (AFVS) & Economics. Santiago’s goal for the year is not only to ensure that any Black student and/or school community member at large feels more than welcome in our club and at events -- but also to create a safe and communicative safe haven where vulnerability and open-mindedness serve as the foundation for growth.
Zion Dixon ‘26, Inclusivity Chair
Zion Dixon is a Sophomore in Winthrop House planning to concentrate in History and Literature & African American studies. Zion’s goal for this year is to ensure BMF is tapping into all of the different backgrounds and identities that make up the Black masculine identifying population on campus. He also wants mental health to be something we talk more about and create ways to prioritize mental well-being.
TOry Ruffin '26, social chair
Tory Ruffin is a Sophomore in Winthrop House planning to study Social Studies/Sociology with a secondary in Economics. Tory’s goal for the year is to make BMF an organization built on foundations of brotherhood, community, and solidarity among all Black male-identifying persons. He hopes to do this through the creation and implementation of a variety of events that will make the Black male community at Harvard closer than ever before.
Jonathan Haileselassie ‘26, Political Action Chair
Jonathan Haileselassie is a Sophomore in Winthrop House planning to concentrate in Government. Jonathan’s goal for the year is to foster a culture of civic engagement among Black men on campus, ensuring that their voices are effectively heard in significant domains within and beyond the university. He believes that by leveraging our status as Harvard students, it is imperative that we utilize our positions to develop meaningful initiatives that have a positive impact on Black communities outside the confines of Harvard. Furthermore, a crucial aspect of this endeavor involves ensuring that every member of BMF is both registered to vote and actively participates in forthcoming elections, thereby empowering our collective voice and advocating for issues that directly affect our community.
Joel Crawford ‘26, Public Service Chair
Joel Crawford is a Sophomore in Winthrop House planning to pursue a Joint Concentration in Government and Philosophy. Joel’s goal for this year is to ensure BMF is doing our part to be active with sustainable impact in the Cambridge/Boston community by improving participation in David Walker’s Scholars and establishing partnerships with other non-profit organizations nearby. He also hopes to invite public servants to discuss their journeys to public service.
MATTHEW THOMPSON '26, DEVELOPMENT CHAIR
Matthew Thompson is a Sophomore in Dunster House planning to concentrate in African American Studies. Matthew’s goal for this year is to broaden BMF's endowment, strengthen its financial stability, and offer comprehensive professional development resources to all members. He aims to secure ample funds to ensure smooth execution of any current and future plans.
Karson Baldwin ‘25, Executive Programming Chair
Karson Baldwin is a Junior in Winthrop House concentrating in History and Literature. Karson’s goal for this year is to help BMF to serve as a welcoming, healthy, and fun space for all who are interested and be prepared to adapt to the needs of Harvard’s Black community.
Jaylen cocklin ‘25, Alumni Chair
Jaylen Cocklin is a Junior in Lowell House pursuing a Joint Concentration in History and Literature and African American Studies. Jaylen’s goal for the year is to build a thriving alumni network, foster community, and provide opportunities for growth, connection, and mentorship among BMF alumni and current members of BMF.