Our Innovative initiatives achieve meaningful, lasting impact in classrooms and board rooms.
Founded in 1910 and headquartered in New York City,
the Urban League collaborates at the national and local levels with community leaders, policymakers, and
corporate partners to elevate the standards of living for African Americans and other historically
underserved groups.
With 92 affiliates serving 300 communities in 36 states and the District of Columbia, the
Urban League spearheads the development of social programs and authoritative public policy, research, and
advocate for policies and services that close the equality gap.
At the community level, the National Urban League and its affiliates provide direct services that
improve the lives of more than two million people annually.
