Columbia Urban League

Columbia Urban League The Columbia Urban League is a multi-service, non-profit agency that promotes financial stability and racial inclusion in our community.

The Columbia Urban League offers programs designed to provide economic empowerment and educational opportunities for t Our Vision is to become the leading and premier non-profit organization and community center in the Columbia Area for the advancement of Education and Youth Empowerment, Economic Empowerment, Health and Quality of Life, Civic Engagement and Leadership, and Civil Rights and Racial Justice Empowerment.

Mission: The mission of the Urban League movement is to enable African- American and other underserved communities to secure self-reliance, primarily in education, employment , and economic development.The Urban League is the nation's oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African Americans and others to enter the economic and societal mainstream. The Urban League movement was founded in 1910. The National Urban League, headquartered in New York City spearheads our non-profit, non-partisan, community-based movement. The heart of the Urban League Movement is our professionally staffed Urban League affiliates in more than 100 cities in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our Strategy:
The Urban League employs a five point strategy, tailored to local needs, in order to implement the mission of our movement. Education and Youth Empowerment:
Ensuring that all of our children are well educated and prepared for economic self-reliance in the 21st century through college scholarships, early childhood literacy, Head Start and after care programs. Economic Empowerment:
Empowering all people in attaining economic self-sufficiency through job training, good jobs, home ownership, entrepreneurship and wealth accumulation. Health and Quality of Life Empowerment:
Working to build healthy and safe communities to eliminate health disparities through prevention, healthy eating, fitness, as well as ensuring access and complete access to affordable health care for all people. Civic Engagement and Leadership Empowerment:
Empowering all people to take an active role in determining the direction, quality of life, public policy and leadership in their communities by full participation as citizens and voters, as well as through active community service and leadership development. Civil Rights and Racial Justice Empowerment:
Promoting and ensuring our civil rights by actively working to eradicate all barriers to equal participation in the all aspects of American society, whether political, economic, social, educational or cultural.

04/15/2022

• 8 week in person apprenticeship. Bank of America will match to open/available locations based on apprentice location.
• Work hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:00pm local time with a 30 minute lunch break.
• Apprentices will be paid $21/hr.
For more information, contact Regina R LaBrew at [email protected]

04/14/2022
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CUL have two amazing programs (STEP and CULPA). Visit our website (www.culsc.org) to see which one fits you!

04/14/2022

Columbia Urban League and Bank of American Financial Center Apprenticeship Program. For more information contact [email protected]

04/14/2022

The Financial Center Apprenticeship Program (FCAP) provides: ➢ Young adults an opportunity to develop professional skills and learn about work in the financial sector. ➢ Apprentices will learn about employment at Bank of America, as well as receive professional development curriculum designed to prepare them for employment opportunities across industries and corporation. Contact Regina LaBrew at [email protected] for more information

We are now accepting applications for our 2022 Pre-Apprenticeship program. The Columbia Urban League’s Pre-Apprenticeshi...
04/06/2022

We are now accepting applications for our 2022 Pre-Apprenticeship program.

The Columbia Urban League’s Pre-Apprenticeship program (CULPA) is designed to provide opportunities to earn certifications, through apprenticeships, for underserved youth and young adults ages 17 through 19.

Learn more here: https://www.culsc.org/culpa

Applications are opening soon for our Summer 2022 STEP program. Stay tuned for application details.
03/17/2022

Applications are opening soon for our Summer 2022 STEP program. Stay tuned for application details.

Know a teen between 17-19 interested in career exploration and obtaining a personalized action plan to prepare for their...
03/11/2022

Know a teen between 17-19 interested in career exploration and obtaining a personalized action plan to prepare for their future? Applications for our 4-week pre-apprenticeship program open soon!

The Columbia Urban League’s College Internship Program (CIP) is designed to provide career-relevant work experience for ...
03/01/2022

The Columbia Urban League’s College Internship Program (CIP) is designed to provide career-relevant work experience for outstanding college students. CIP provides a unique opportunity for employers to identify future employees while helping students to gain work experiences that will enhance their ability to succeed in a fruitful career.

Now accepting resumes for 2022.

Learn more: https://www.culsc.org/cip

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please join us tonight at 7 p.m., on Facebook or YouTube for our 2022...
02/27/2022

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please join us tonight at 7 p.m., on Facebook or YouTube for our 2022 Young & Gifted Program.

02/27/2022

A message from Mr. J.T. McLawhorn about our Young and Gifted Program 2022.

Shawn Newcomb, we look forward to you bringing greetings on behalf of Starbucks during our Virtual Y&G Program Ceremony.
02/23/2022

Shawn Newcomb, we look forward to you bringing greetings on behalf of Starbucks during our Virtual Y&G Program Ceremony.

We look forward to having Elana Frazier, our YP President and CUL Board Chair, introduce our Keynote Speaker Anthony Wee...
02/21/2022

We look forward to having Elana Frazier, our YP President and CUL Board Chair, introduce our Keynote Speaker Anthony Weekly at our 2022 Young and Giftted Award Ceremony.

Be sure you save the date for our 36th Annual Virtual Black History Month Young and Gifted Program. February 27 at 3pm.
02/17/2022

Be sure you save the date for our 36th Annual Virtual Black History Month Young and Gifted Program. February 27 at 3pm.

We're looking forward to our welcone from Bruce Hughes our Board Chair during our Y&G program on February 27.
02/17/2022

We're looking forward to our welcone from Bruce Hughes our Board Chair during our Y&G program on February 27.

Looking forward to  Words of Encouragement from Walmart 's Market People Operations Leader at our Virtual Y&G program on...
02/16/2022

Looking forward to Words of Encouragement from Walmart 's Market People Operations Leader at our Virtual Y&G program on February 27 @ 3pm.

Looking forward to Representative Leon Howard greeting at our 2022 Young and Giftted Award Ceremony.
02/16/2022

Looking forward to Representative Leon Howard greeting at our 2022 Young and Giftted Award Ceremony.

Mr. McLawhorn presented a plaque of appreciation to Mr. M. Allen Williams, Jr., former CUL Board Chair and Customer Vice...
02/09/2022

Mr. McLawhorn presented a plaque of appreciation to Mr. M. Allen Williams, Jr., former CUL Board Chair and Customer Vice President at the KraftHeinz Company

Congratulations to our 2021 EOD Honoree recipient of the Ethel M. Bolden Community Service Award Mrs. Cynthia Bennett on...
02/07/2022

Congratulations to our 2021 EOD Honoree recipient of the Ethel M. Bolden Community Service Award Mrs. Cynthia Bennett on National Wear Red Day❤

Want to learn more about how to apply for financial aid? Join us for a Free virtual Financial Aid workshop designed to h...
01/26/2022

Want to learn more about how to apply for financial aid? Join us for a Free virtual Financial Aid workshop designed to help parents provide support and guidance to students interested in applying for college financial aid. Students will also be able to attend. https://bit.ly/3o0AVGY

We’re keeping the Legacy alive with another notable quote from the 24th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Keeping The Legacy...
01/24/2022

We’re keeping the Legacy alive with another notable quote from the 24th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Keeping The Legacy Alive event.

“ We are obligated to step down from the perch of comfort to undertake a magnanimous labor of helping those trapped in the valley of despair, discrimination and valley of hopelessness, the valley of unemployment and many other valleys that perpetuate inequality and injustice in our society.”

- The Honorable Overture Walker
Chair, Richland County Council

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr taught us that broader education would transmit the cumulative knowledge of race and cumulativ...
01/21/2022

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr taught us that broader education would transmit the cumulative knowledge of race and cumulative experience of social living.

John L Scott Jr, SC Senator District 19

Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr
01/15/2022

Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

MLK Trivia: Where did King deliver his famous "I Have a Dream" speech?
01/14/2022

MLK Trivia: Where did King deliver his famous "I Have a Dream" speech?

If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to kee...
01/14/2022

If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward. - Dr. Martin Luther, King Jr.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Columbia Urban League!Love, Peace and Joy     From Our Family to Yours
12/22/2021

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Columbia Urban League!

Love, Peace and Joy
From Our Family to Yours

Today we host our 2021 Beactrice McKnight Christmas Giving Project for the Elderly! Special thanks to all our sponsors a...
12/21/2021

Today we host our 2021 Beactrice McKnight Christmas Giving Project for the Elderly!

Special thanks to all our sponsors and volunteers!

The loss of Mrs. Alice Hurley saddens the Columbia Urban League  (CUL)  Family. We’re grateful for the tireless leadersh...
12/03/2021

The loss of Mrs. Alice Hurley saddens the Columbia Urban League (CUL) Family. We’re grateful for the tireless leadership of the late Mr. & Mrs. Anthony and Alice Hurley in establishing the Urban League affiliate in 1967 and their unwavering support over the years. Because of their contributions, the CUL Board established the Anthony and Alice Hurley Award that recognizes a CUL Board member for exemplary services

Happy Giving Tuesday! Give to your community this Giving Tuesday by donating to the Columbia Urban League. Follow this l...
11/30/2021

Happy Giving Tuesday! Give to your community this Giving Tuesday by donating to the Columbia Urban League. Follow this link and click donate to help make a difference in your community: https://bit.ly/3Ed6jrW

11/13/2021

🍂 Our work helps to build healthy communities and eliminate disparities for all people.

🦃 Join us on Saturday, November 13, 2021. We are providing FREE turkeys to the community.

REGISTER today, SHARE this flyer, and VOLUNTEER with us!

Be sure you join us tomorrow night, live at 7 p.m. for our 54th Annual Fund Campaign and Equal Opportunity Day Dinner. Y...
11/03/2021

Be sure you join us tomorrow night, live at 7 p.m. for our 54th Annual Fund Campaign and Equal Opportunity Day Dinner. You can watch live right here on our page.

On Wednesday, June 23 at 8pm ET, tune in for A Power Hour on Black Men’s Health, a must-watch conversation brought to yo...
06/23/2021

On Wednesday, June 23 at 8pm ET, tune in for A Power Hour on Black Men’s Health, a must-watch conversation brought to you by in partnership with and the COVID Collaborative.

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Columbia, SC
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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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• 8 week in person apprenticeship. Bank of America will match to open/available locations based on apprentice location.
• Work hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-4:00pm local time with a 30 minute lunch break.
• Apprentices will be paid $21/hr.
For more information, contact Regina R LaBrew at [email protected]
CUL have two amazing programs (STEP and CULPA). Visit our website (www.culsc.org) to see which one fits you!
Columbia Urban League and Bank of American Financial Center Apprenticeship Program. For more information contact [email protected]
The Financial Center Apprenticeship Program (FCAP) provides: ➢ Young adults an opportunity to develop professional skills and learn about work in the financial sector. ➢ Apprentices will learn about employment at Bank of America, as well as receive professional development curriculum designed to prepare them for employment opportunities across industries and corporation. Contact Regina LaBrew at [email protected] for more information
We are now accepting applications for our 2022 Pre-Apprenticeship program.

The Columbia Urban League’s Pre-Apprenticeship program (CULPA) is designed to provide opportunities to earn certifications, through apprenticeships, for underserved youth and young adults ages 17 through 19.

Learn more here: https://www.culsc.org/culpa
Be sure you join us for our Women's History Month Celebration on March 29 at 7 p.m. Learn more and register here: https://www.culsc.org/post/register-for-out-women-s-history-month-celebration
Applications are opening soon for our Summer 2022 STEP program. Stay tuned for application details.
Know a teen between 17-19 interested in career exploration and obtaining a personalized action plan to prepare for their future? Applications for our 4-week pre-apprenticeship program open soon!
The Columbia Urban League’s College Internship Program (CIP) is designed to provide career-relevant work experience for outstanding college students. CIP provides a unique opportunity for employers to identify future employees while helping students to gain work experiences that will enhance their ability to succeed in a fruitful career.

Now accepting resumes for 2022.

Learn more: https://www.culsc.org/cip
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please join us tonight at 7 p.m., on Facebook or YouTube for our 2022 Young & Gifted Program.
A message from Mr. J.T. McLawhorn about our Young and Gifted Program 2022.
Shawn Newcomb, we look forward to you bringing greetings on behalf of Starbucks during our Virtual Y&G Program Ceremony.
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