Nashville, TN, October 3, 2025
News Summary
Marc Anthony Peek has been appointed as the new Director of the My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Nashville Partnership. He will boost initiatives aimed at enhancing opportunities for boys and young men of color in the city. Peek, with over two decades of experience in education and youth engagement, will lead key projects including the I Read I Lead literacy campaign. His role reinforces Nashville’s commitment to becoming a national model for youth success and community involvement.
Nashville Appoints Marc Anthony Peek as New Director of My Brother’s Keeper Partnership
The My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Nashville Partnership has announced the appointment of Marc Anthony Peek as its new Director. In this role, Peek will lead initiatives aimed at improving outcomes for boys and young men of color in Nashville, reinforcing the city’s vision to become a national model for youth opportunity and success.
Peek brings over two decades of extensive experience in education, youth engagement, and community development. He is dedicated to building collaborative systems that promote equity and success for all youth in Nashville. As the Director of MBK Nashville, Peek will oversee strategic priorities, including the I Read I Lead literacy campaign, which is integral to ensuring young men achieve literacy at grade level.
Professional Background
Before stepping into this leadership role, Peek served as a Community Achieves Site Manager at Napier Elementary School, where he worked as a restoration practice coach. In this position, he acted as a liaison between the school and various community organizations to foster supportive educational environments. His past experience includes working as a Contract Manager at Hands on Nashville for Tennessee State University, where he coordinated large-scale service learning initiatives.
Additionally, Peek has nearly a decade of experience as a Family Therapist and Youth Engagement Specialist at The Oasis Center, contributing to his deep understanding of the needs of young people in the community. He holds a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor’s degree in English with a Minor in Africana Studies from Tennessee State University.
Goals and Vision
The MBK Nashville Partnership focuses on creating opportunities for success for young males from diverse backgrounds through mentorship, scholarship, and self-determination. The initiative’s mission is to ensure that young men read at grade level, graduate prepared for college or careers, and lead purposeful lives.
MBK Nashville’s efforts have been recognized at a national level, earning the designation of a My Brother’s Keeper “Certified Community” from the Obama Foundation. This recognition signifies the partnership’s commitment to collective impact initiatives aimed at supporting boys and young men of color. The organization recently held its fourth annual MBK Youth Empowerment Summit, which attracted 225 young men and 71 parents to workshops focused on various areas of development.
MBK Nashville fosters community involvement through partnerships with organizations such as Metro Nashville Public Schools, the Mayor’s Office, and the Urban League of Middle Tennessee. The overall goal is to achieve a population-level impact for boys and young men of color in Nashville, as highlighted by Lonnell Matthews, Davidson County Juvenile Court Clerk and Co-Chair of the MBK Nashville Leadership Table, who praised Peek as the right leader for the initiative due to his passion, vision, and extensive experience.
In his new role, Peek expressed his honor of joining MBK Nashville and emphasized the importance of collaboration among government, schools, and nonprofit organizations to foster positive change for young men in the community.
FAQ
Who is the new Director of My Brother’s Keeper Nashville Partnership?
Marc Anthony Peek has been appointed as the new Director.
What is the primary focus of MBK Nashville under Marc Anthony Peek?
Peek will lead efforts to improve outcomes for boys and young men of color in Nashville.
What experience does Marc Anthony Peek bring to this role?
He has over two decades of experience in education, youth engagement, and community development.
What is the I Read I Lead literacy campaign?
This is one of the strategic priorities Peek will oversee to ensure young men read at grade level.
How has MBK Nashville been recognized nationally?
MBK Nashville was recognized as a My Brother’s Keeper “Certified Community” by the Obama Foundation.
Key Features of the My Brother’s Keeper Nashville Partnership
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Director | Marc Anthony Peek |
| Focus Area | Boys and young men of color in Nashville |
| Experience | Over two decades in education and youth development |
| Key Initiative | I Read I Lead literacy campaign |
| National Recognition | Certified Community by the Obama Foundation |
| Recent Event | Fourth annual MBK Youth Empowerment Summit |
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Additional Resources
- Tennessee Tribune: Nashville Appoints Marc Anthony Peek as New Director of My Brother’s Keeper Partnership
- News Channel 5: Nashville Program Creates Safe Space for Young Men of Color
- WSMV: Men’s Warehouse Donates Thousands of Items to Nashville Non-Profit
- Encyclopedia Britannica: My Brothers Keeper
- WSMV: Community Outreach Group Providing Gifts to Nashville Families
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