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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

Mar
19

Tax Talk Thursday

March 19, 2026
12:00PM - 2:00PM
Virtual

Tax Talk Thursday

A clear, no-nonsense discussion on business tax responsibilities for entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Mar
21

5th Annual Black Wellness Fair: Health is Wealth

March 21, 2026
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Chicago Urban League Empowerment Center
8331 S. Stewart Avenue
Chicago, Illinois

5th Annual Black Wellness Fair: Health is Wealth

Mar
24

99 Problems But Rent Ain’t One – Part 1

March 24, 2026
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Virtual

99 Problems But Rent Ain’t One – Part 1

Our Homebuyer Education Series is designed to help participants prepare for the process of purchasing a home and navigate the challenges of becoming a new homeowner. Participants must attend Part 1 and Part 2 in their 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.