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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.

Our Purpose and Vision

A thriving future for Black Chicago built on wealth, equity, and generational impact

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

Feb
10

Budget Like a Boss

February 10, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Virtual

Budget Like a Boss

Managing credit, budgeting, and saving can be tough. Join our FREE virtual workshop to learn how to build credit, manage debt, budget wisely, and grow your savings. For more information please call 773-285-1500.

Feb
17

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.

Feb
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.