Akron Urban League

Akron Urban League Helping individuals gain self-sufficiency through Education, Employment, and Entrepreneurship.

The Akron Urban League, founded in 1925, is a nonprofit social service agency, with a mission to improve the quality of life for citizens of Summit County – particularly African-Americans – through economic self-reliance and social empowerment. The agency fulfills its mission through programming in the areas of education, employment, and entrepreneurship that reach individuals from youth to senior citizens. Annually, the Akron Urban League serves nearly 13,000 individuals through job placement assistance, business education, computer training, GED preparation, emergency food distribution, scholarships, and other services to those in need.

09/22/2026
Tomorrow is all about the Power of Capital! 💰📈Join the Akron Urban League MBAC Center and Chase Bank for a workshop desi...
09/21/2026

Tomorrow is all about the Power of Capital! 💰📈

Join the Akron Urban League MBAC Center and Chase Bank for a workshop designed to help entrepreneurs better understand how to access the funding needed to start, sustain, and grow their businesses.

Learn about lending options, SBA financing, business lines of credit, alternative funding, and what lenders look for in a strong application.

📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Akron Urban League MBAC Center
440 Vernon Odom Blvd., Akron, OH 44307

📲 Register today! Scan QR Code or use the link 🔗 http://development.my.salesforce-sites.com/mbac/mbaceventregister

Tag an entrepreneur who needs to be in the room! 👇🏾

If 67,431 fans can show up on a Sunday, imagine what we can do when it’s time to VOTE. 🗳️Your voice matters. Your vote m...
09/15/2026

If 67,431 fans can show up on a Sunday, imagine what we can do when it’s time to VOTE. 🗳️

Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Your power matters.

⚡ Get informed. Get engaged. Show up.

Learn more: thepowershiftoh.org

Register for this virtual townhall! Let’s talk about it…https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9TelzfWfSkmtvJY7Si9K...
09/14/2026

Register for this virtual townhall! Let’s talk about it…https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9TelzfWfSkmtvJY7Si9KNA #/registration

You don’t have to follow politics every day to feel its impact every day. The decisions made by elected officials shape the issues that affect our everyday lives. That’s why understanding what’s on the ballot, who is making the decisions, and how those decisions impact you matters.

🗣️ Join us virtually Thursday, September 24 at 7 PM ET register at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9TelzfWfSkmtvJY7Si9KNA #/registration

🎉 Congratulations to Ann Beverly and suites_inc._akron on their Grand Opening! The Akron Urban League is proud to celebr...
09/14/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Ann Beverly and suites_inc._akron on their Grand Opening!

The Akron Urban League is proud to celebrate Ann, a client of our Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC), as she reaches this exciting milestone in her entrepreneurial journey.

We love seeing the businesses we serve grow, expand, and turn their vision into reality. Congratulations, Ann, and best wishes for continued success with Suites, Inc.! ✨

📸 Photography by Market Me 247 | Lucia A. Clark

09/14/2026
❤️ Give today. Help build a stronger future.Your support helps the Akron Urban League continue providing programs, resou...
09/11/2026

❤️ Give today. Help build a stronger future.

Your support helps the Akron Urban League continue providing programs, resources, and opportunities that impact thousands of lives each year.

Every gift makes a difference.

❤️ Donate today: AkronUrbanLeague.org/donate

Your voice matters. Your vote has power. 🗳️⚡Visit www.ThePowerShiftOH.org to access voter information, educational resou...
09/11/2026

Your voice matters. Your vote has power. 🗳️⚡

Visit www.ThePowerShiftOH.org to access voter information, educational resources, and opportunities to get involved. Stay informed, get engaged, and help move Ohio forward!

Address

440 Vernon Odom Boulevard
Akron, OH
44307

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+13304343101

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