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Our Mission

The Chicago Urban League works to achieve equity for Black families and communities through social and economic empowerment.

Our Purpose and Vision

Economic and racial equity for Black Chicago

Programs

Our programs are designed to support and strengthen our community. We help people find jobs, secure affordable housing, advance their education, and grow their businesses.

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

Dec
12

Buying Your First Home? Part 2

December 12, 2024
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Virtual Webinar

Buying Your First Home? Part 2

The Homebuying process is complex and can be a little confusing. 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.

Dec
12

Cook County BRITE Program Grant Informational Session

December 12, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
415 Lexington Street, Maywood, IL 60153

Cook County BRITE Program Grant Informational Session

Calling all Cook County businesses! The BRITE Program Grant Informational Session is happening on Thursday, December 12, from 10 AM to 12 PM. If your business is in food/beverage manufacturing, dry cleaning, auto body, or metal finishing and fabricating, you may qualify for grant funding to cover the costs of pollution-reduction recommendations!

Dec
17

Home for the Holidays with US Bank

December 17, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
4510 S Michigan Ave

Home for the Holidays with US Bank

Thinking about buying a home? 🏡✨ Join us for Home for the Holidays with US Bank on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, at the Chicago Urban League for expert homebuying tips, food, games, raffles, and giveaways!