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Akron Urban League Urges Commission to Keep Summit County Whole
Urban League Joins Akron in Celebrating 2025 All-America City Award
New Programs for Youth including Fishing, Chess, and Teen Night!
Budget Resolution
2025 SUMMER CAMP SIGN UP
County officials encourage shopping local for Small Business Saturday
The Akron Urban League Scholars Academy is now accepting applications for scholarships! New Deadline: March 7, 2025
2024 "Champions of Change" Annual Gala Photos
MARC MORIAL – ECONOMIC OUTLOOK – OCTOBER, 2024
NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE PRESIDENT MARC MORIAL APPLAUDS 0.5% CUT TO INTEREST RATES
Celebrate the Fathers Walk Thursday, September 19, 2024
MARC MORIAL – ECONOMIC OUTLOOK – SEPTEMBER, 2024
Meet the Finalists: Check Out the Top Pitches from Our 60-Second Pitch Contest!
Akron Urban League welcomes new President & Chief Executive Officer John Williams
SEEDS for Growth 2024 September 5, 2024
Exciting Announcement from the Akron Urban League! July 24, 2024 The Akron Urban League is pleased to announce and welcome John Williams as the new President & Chief Executive Officer. Williams will be the successor to Teresa R. LeGrair who recently retired but…
Join us for FREE Digital Literacy classes over 6 consecutive weeks, starting Feb 13! Mark your calendars: Feb 13: Understanding Connections, 12PM – 1PMFeb 20: Discovering the Possibilities, 12PM – 1PMFeb 27: Microsoft Office, 12PM – 1PMMarch 5:…
High School Seniors, We are thrilled to extend an invitation to you to apply for the 2024 Scholars Academy Scholarship Program. This scholarship initiative collaborates with many organizations throughout Summit County to support promising students from Summit County…
The Akron Urban League Scholars Academy Luncheon will be held at House Three Thirty on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our Scholars Academy program provides support and guidance to Summit County scholars in grades 9-12, around their college and…
Friday, October 4, 2024, at 6:00 PM December 26, 2025 Celebrate Change, Empower Communities Mark your calendars and prepare for an evening of inspiration, celebration, and unity as the Akron Urban League proudly presents its Annual Gala: Champions of Change. This…
We are excited to announce the 2024 SEEDS for Growth event, proudly hosted by the Akron Urban League and sponsored by Huntington Bank. Mark your calendars for September 5, 2024, and join us at House Three Thirty, located at 532 W Market Street, Akron, OH 44303.
Understanding Seasonal Employment: Insights from Akron Urban League Seasonal employment is a distinctive type of short-term job, linked to specific periods or “seasons”, which aren’t always weather-related. These jobs have predetermined start and end…
Prioritizing Health Equity: Vaccination Imperative for Minorities in Winter As winter arrives, bringing festivities and warmth, it’s paramount to spotlight the health concerns that disproportionately affect minority communities. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has…
Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast Monday, January 19, 2026 Join the Akron Urban League as we honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during our annual community breakfast. This meaningful event brings together leaders, families, and…
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November 18, 2025 Hustle & Holly: Holiday Networking Event for Local Entrepreneurs Register Purchase Ticket Join us for Hustle & Holly, an exclusive holiday networking experience designed to bring together Akron’s vibrant community of entrepreneurs,…
Expungement Day Join the Akron Urban League for a special Expungement Day event — helping individuals get a fresh start and learn about their rights and opportunities. Register Here Questions? Contact us at info@akronul.org or call (330)…
Community Forum — Akron Urban League Community Forum Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM Akron Urban League440 Vernon Odom Blvd., Akron, OH 44307 An Evening of Information & Resources Facilitated by John Williams, President & CEO, Akron…
Small Business Tech Summit Small Business Tech Summit November 5, 2025 • 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Akron Urban League (Odom Hall) • 440 Vernon Odom Blvd, Akron, OH 44307 Register Now About the Summit Join the Akron Urban League’s Entrepreneur Empowerment Center and Minority…
The Akron Urban League is turning 100, and you’re invited to celebrate a century of empowering communities and changing lives! Join us for Love Letter to the League: A Centennial Soirée, a black-tie evening filled with elegance, entertainment, and heartfelt tributes…
September 9, 2025 The Akron Urban League (AUL) is calling on the Ohio Redistricting Commission to keep Summit County within a single congressional district, warning that dividing the county would weaken its influence in Washington and dilute the voices of its diverse…
Each year, the Akron Urban League gathers friends, partners, and community leaders for our signature celebration — the Annual Gala March 13, 2026 at John S. Knight Center 6 PM. This year, our theme is especially meaningful: “Love Letter to the League.” Purchase…
December 26, 2025 On June 30, 2025, Akron was named one of the 2025 All-America City Award winners, as highlighted in the Akron Beacon Journal. This national recognition celebrates communities that demonstrate innovation, inclusiveness, and impactful civic engagement…
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