The New York Urban League

Welcome to the New York Urban League Online

For over 80 years, we have been helping disadvantaged New Yorkers gain access to equal opportunity in employment, education, health care, housing and the civic arena. We encourage you to join the NYUL and take advantage of the many opportunities available to improve the quality of life for you and your community.

The New York Urban League, Inc. (the "League") is one of the local affiliates of the National Urban League, a nonprofit, nonpartisan, multi-ethnic, social service organization celebrating its 85th anniversary in 2004. Through direct service delivery, advocacy, referrals, community capacity building, information dissemination and technical assistance, the League accomplishes its mission to improve social and economic conditions and opportunities for African-Americans and other people who face barriers to full participation in American society.

NYUL 38th Annual Football Classic

Saturday September 19, 2009 - Giants Stadium, The Meadowlands, NJ

NYUL Financial Connections Initiative

Co-Sponsored by Citigroup and The New York Urban League

Are you looking for information to help you stay on course through difficult financial times, look no further. The NYUL-Citigroup 'Managing Your Money Wisely" certificate series is FREE. This four-part series will give you knowledge, tools, and skills to help you manage your money successfully. Click here for additional details.

ARVA RICE APPOINTED AS PRESIDENT AND CEO

The New York Urban League - Serving the Community Since 1919

The New York Urban League (NYUL) Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Arva Rice as President & CEO and a director of the Board, effective April 13. Prior to her appointment, Ms. Rice served as Executive Director of Project Enterprise, an organization that provides business loans, technical assistance and peer support to New York City entrepreneurs who lack adequate access to business financing.. Click here for our official Press Release.