On Saturday June 19, 2010 Harlem Men Stand Up hosted their annual pre-fathers day cookout entitled "Family Empowerment Day." People enjoyed entertainment from Kiss FM, ate delicious food, and were able to gather information from service providers. There was also a Karate demonstration by Harlem Goju and tennis instruction by a New York Junior Tennis League instructor. Harlem Men Stand Up also honored Professor James Small, William Henry and Dr. Leonard Jeffries with community service image awards.