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Our programs and services are designed to build racial equity and celebrate the rich diversity of our communities.  We provide these services to individuals and families with dignity as we advance needed societal change that aligns with our aspirational mission: “Empowering Communities. Changing Lives.”

From early childhood education to senior job training, we are invested in raising the quality of life for all we serve.  From better jobs, supporting our youth's aspirations, healthy living programs, and building secure housing, we work to create vibrant local economies in underserved communities throughout Essex County.

As with our professional team, The Urban League’s mission comes to life through the dedication of our caring volunteers, generous donors, and the resilient communities we serve.

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MEET OUR 2023 ULEC R.E.D. GALA HONOREES, EMCEE & AUCTIONEER

Corporate Citizen Award

ADP

 

Bio + Award

Community Impact Award

Audible

 

Bio + Award

Darrin Sharif

Gala Emcee

ULEC Chief Administrative Officer; Tech House / Newark Kids Code Director

Bio

Patience Elliot

Gala Auctioneer

Bio

William M. Ashby Award

32BJ SEIU

 

Bio + Award

Whitney M. Young, Jr. Award

Jacob Walthour

CEO, Blueprint Capital Advisors

Bio + Award

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LEARN MORE ABOUT THE URBAN LEAGUE OF ESSEX COUNTY

Food Pantry

In 2022, we provided over 14,782 lbs of food to over 150 families per week.

106 years of serving Essex County, NJ and our work still continues.

This is #WhyWeExist

ulec.org/food-pantry

Urban Youth Reentry Program

In 2022, we helped over 28 young adults enroll into Essex County College and 21 were the first in their family to go to college.

106 years of serving Essex County, NJ and our work still continues.

This is #WhyWeExist

Urban Seniors Jobs Program

In 2022, we kept 138 seniors in our Urban Seniors Jobs Program engaged, safe, and supported their social and emotional well-being during the pandemic, which is not over.

106 years of serving Essex County, NJ and our work still continues.

This is #WhyWeExist

Tech House

Since 2018, over 300 youth have participated in our Newark Kids Code program at our newly renovated Tech House at 152 Littleton Avenue, Newark, NJ.

106 years of serving Essex County, NJ and our work still continues.

This is #WhyWeExist

The Urban League of Essex County's Mission Statement

The mission of the Urban League of Essex County is to assist African Americans and disadvantaged residents in the achievement of social and economic self-sufficiency.

We deliver on our mission through quality programs and services in education, youth development, job readiness, employment assistance, financial education and coaching, housing counseling services, and community building. 

GALA CONTACT INFORMATION

Urban League of Essex County
2023 R.E.D. Gala Committee
508 Central Avenue, Newark, NJ  07107

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