Our Mission
The Chicago Urban League works to foster economic empowerment, cultivate leadership, and dismantle systemic barriers in the effort to drive lasting equity and prosperity for Black Chicago.
Research & Policy Center
The Chicago Urban League's Research & Policy Center provides research, landscape analyses and pragmatic, evidence-based recommendations for issues that disproportionately affect African Americans in Chicago. We also partner with policymakers and other organizations to support educational and legislative efforts designed to lessen the impact of policies and practices that disadvantage African Americans.
Events
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99 Problems But Rent Ain’t One
February 17, 2026
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Virtual
99 Problems But Rent Ain’t One
Our Homebuyer Education Series is designed to help homebuyers prepare for the process of purchasing a home and to navigate the challenges of becoming a new homeowner.
Participants must attend Part 1 and Part 2, in its entirety 4 hours per workshop totaling 8 hours, to receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate. The Chicago Urban League is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency and an affiliate of the National Urban League.
19
99 Problems But Rent Ain’t One
February 19, 2026
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Virtual
99 Problems But Rent Ain’t One
Our Homebuyer Education Series is designed to help homebuyers prepare for the process of purchasing a home and to navigate the challenges of becoming a new homeowner.
Participants must attend Part 1 and Part 2, in its entirety 4 hours per workshop totaling 8 hours, to receive a Homebuyer Education Certificate. The Chicago Urban League is a HUD-approved housing counseling agency and an affiliate of the National Urban League.
05
Tax Talk Thursday
March 05, 2026
12:00PM - 2:00PM
8331 S. Stewart Ave
Tax Talk Thursday
A clear, no-nonsense discussion on business tax responsibilities for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
