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Established 1986

Building men. Strengthening communities. Transforming lives.

Gentlemen of Quality develops men of character, leadership, and service who strengthen families, uplift communities, and inspire future generations.

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40+ years of service 500+ men developed 1,000+ youth mentored

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Impact

Four decades of proof.

40+
Years of Service
500+
Men Developed
1,000+
Youth Mentored
10,000+
Volunteer Hours
50+
Community Partners
250+
Community Projects
Gentlemen of Quality members with families and children at a community day

Who We Are

Strong communities are built by strong leaders.

Founded in 1986, Gentlemen of Quality was established on the belief that strong communities are built by strong leaders. Recognizing the need for mentorship, leadership development, community engagement, and positive role models, committed men came together to create opportunities for leadership, service, and growth.

GQ combines leadership development, mentorship, brotherhood, education, and community service into a single mission-driven experience. We measure success not only by what our members achieve individually, but by the impact they create in their communities.

Our Programs

The Brotherhood

Forty years of faces.

From the founding years at Morgan State to the men carrying the work now.

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The Gents
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At a Community Walk
Gentlemen of Quality members
At an Annual Walk

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What We Do

Four programs, one mission.

Leadership, mentorship, service, and opportunity. Each program is a different entry point into the same work of developing men who lead with purpose.

01

Leadership Development

Developing men who lead with purpose, character, and integrity through workshops, public speaking, professional development, and civic leadership training.

02

Mentorship & Youth Development

Gentlemen of Tomorrow Leadership Academy, one-on-one mentoring, college and career readiness, leadership conferences, and life skills development.

03

Community Service & Civic Engagement

Brotherhood in Action, community cleanups, food drives, back-to-school initiatives, holiday outreach, senior support projects, and civic engagement activities.

04

Technology, Education & Economic Empowerment

Future Ready Initiative, AI workshops, technology literacy, financial literacy, workforce development, entrepreneurship education, and career exploration.

Recently

What GQ just did.

Held Wednesday, July 29, 2026

Breaking the Silence: GQ Mental Health Forum

An open conversation on mental health, brotherhood, and the pressures men carry in silence, held in recognition of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and open to the whole community, not only to members.

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Breaking the Silence: GQ Mental Health Forum, Wednesday July 29 2026

Partners

The work happens with others.

Gentlemen of Quality awards a YMCA scholarship to a nine-year-old recipient from New Jersey

Proud Partner

Investing in bright futures with the YMCA.

Gentlemen of Quality awarded a YMCA scholarship to a nine-year-old from New Jersey, supporting her participation in programs that build confidence and personal growth. Mentorship, education, community service, and youth empowerment are where the partnership does its work.

Leadership Team

Dedicated professionals, veterans, educators, and community leaders.

Our leadership team is committed to developing men of character, service, and impact.

President

Charles E. Thebaud, Jr.

Public Safety Leader · Army Veteran · Community Servant

Proven leadership in public safety, emergency services, and community protection.

Vice President

Mark Mangum

Nonprofit Strategist · Air Force Veteran · Community Impact Leader

Has secured millions in funding and turned strategy into measurable impact.

Advisor

Frank E. Penick, Jr.

Educator · Navy Veteran · Global Leadership Advocate

Four fields at once — education, military service, cultural leadership, community development.

Advisor

Timothy Bodison

Educator · Combat Veteran · Community Leader

Combat veteran with more than 19 years in contract security.

Secretary

Christopher Tapper

Educator · Youth Development Leader · Community Advocate

Twenty-five years in education, student support, and youth development.

Treasurer

Omar J. Jones

Entrepreneur · Fiscal Stewardship · Community Empowerment Advocate

Business ownership, real estate, insurance — stewardship with a ledger behind it.

Members & Leadership

Roll Call is how the chapter runs.

Members check in to meetings from their phone. Leadership manages the roster, events, announcements, and attendance from one console.

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Get Involved

Invest in leadership. Strengthen communities.

Your support helps develop leaders, mentor youth, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for future generations. Together, we can create lasting impact through leadership, service, education, and community engagement.

1,000+ youth mentored 10,000+ volunteer hours 250+ community projects

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Charles E. Thebaud, Jr.

President

Charles E. Thebaud, Jr.

Public Safety Leader · Army Veteran · Community Servant

Charles brings proven leadership in public safety, emergency services, and community protection. His background as a firefighter, Fire Inspector, Army veteran, and public servant reflects discipline, accountability, and service. His leadership strengthens the organization's ability to mentor, protect, and uplift future generations while building trust through experience, integrity, and purpose.
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Mark Mangum

Vice President

Mark Mangum

Nonprofit Strategist · Air Force Veteran · Community Impact Leader

Mark brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, funding development, and organizational strategy. His work securing millions in funding, advising nonprofits, building partnerships, and developing programs reflects a strong ability to turn vision into measurable impact. He helps strengthen infrastructure, expand opportunity, and position mission-driven work for long-term community change.
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Frank E. Penick, Jr.

Advisor

Frank E. Penick, Jr.

Educator · Navy Veteran · Global Leadership Advocate

Dr. Penick brings deep experience in education, military service, cultural leadership, and community development. His background as an educator, Navy veteran, recruiter, and educational specialist reflects wisdom, discipline, and global perspective. His guidance helps strengthen leadership development, mentorship, organizational direction, and long-term community impact through service-centered leadership.
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Advisor

Timothy Bodison

Educator · Combat Veteran · Community Leader

Timothy is a combat veteran who also has over 19 years in Contract Security. Family oriented with a wife and 4 offspring ages 21, 18, 17, and 14.
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Christopher Tapper

Secretary

Christopher Tapper

Educator · Youth Development Leader · Community Advocate

Christopher brings more than 25 years of experience in education, student support, and youth development. His background helping students, families, and schools reflects patience, mentorship, and a commitment to measurable growth. His leadership supports the organization's work to develop young people, strengthen families, and create pathways for future success.
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Omar J. Jones

Treasurer

Omar J. Jones

Entrepreneur · Fiscal Stewardship · Community Empowerment Advocate

Omar brings entrepreneurial leadership, financial awareness, and a strong commitment to economic empowerment. His experience in business ownership, real estate, insurance, and notary services reflects stability, accountability, and opportunity. His leadership supports responsible stewardship, community advancement, and programs that help individuals and families build lasting success.