National Urban League
Sat, 08 Aug 2026 - 12:01pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - August 8, 2026

We can’t thank you enough. Many thanks to every single person who played a hand in bringing #NULConf26 to life in Nashville; It was unforgettable! | Relive the moments. Didn’t make it to the Music City? Watch some of our most powerful sessions from our 2026 National Urban League Conference. | An unforgettable moment. Watch as former Vice President Kamala Harris takes center stage during our Legacy Leadership Awards Luncheon. | Logged out, locked in. Catch a glimpse of our Youth Leadership Summit, where we gathered hundreds for a powerful week at Tennessee State University. | Congrats are in order! Take a look back as we awarded a total of $10,000 to three entrepreneurs during our Small Business Matters Pitch Competition. | Our children deserve to live. Watch as Ben Crump, the families of Nolan Wells, Tyler Smith + Daniel Erving share heartfelt messages calling for justice.| March with us. Join us on August 28 in Washington, D.C., for the March on Washington as we defend voting rights, demand economic dignity + more. | Black Philanthropy Month. Strengthen your family's future by creating or updating your will through our free partnership with FreeWill. Get started today.

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National Urban League
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 - 11:58am

ReMarcs Newsletter - July 25, 2026

Reflecting on July 4th. Frederick Douglass' searing speech is especially timely as our nation marks 250 years. Revisit 'What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?' | America at 250 is an America at a crossroads. Dive into our easy to use guide for more questions you should be asking your leaders today! | A major step forward. The Supreme Court confirmed what we already know: every child born in America is American. See what this ruling really means. | Down in New Orleans. See highlights as Marc Morial celebrated George Clinton's legacy and the anniversary of P-Funk Mothership landing in NOLA. The app is live! Download our #NULConf26 app to get the most up-to-date information about Nashville, powerful sessions, speakers, and more.

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National Urban League
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 - 11:54am

ReMarcs Newsletter - July 18, 2026

One lie after another. As attacks and lies about our democracy continue, your voice and vote matter now more than ever. Get up to speed and take action.| Meet changemakers at #NULConf26! Register now to hear from Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg, and other trailblazers in Nashville. | Honoring a legacy of abolition. Check out highlights from Marc H. Morial’s visit to Brooklyn for the Abolition Commemoration Day program. | Start planning! Join Sound the Trump Sunday, a massive effort among faith leaders and churches nationwide to energize our communities to vote. | Nashville, here we come! Before you start packing your bags for #NULConf26, check out our Know Before You Go Guide for tips and resources. | Homeownership is possible. Discover how the Urban League of Greater Philadelphia helped one woman achieve her dream of owning a home.

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National Urban League
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 - 11:47am

ReMarcs Newsletter - July 11, 2026

This isn’t a celebration. See how the nation’s 250th anniversary raised urgent questions about democracy, leadership, and our shared future. Honoring leaders. | See who we honored and why at the America 250 Gumbo Coalition Awards, a gathering honoring trailblazers who have shaped America. | Your guide to #NULConf26 is here! Check out our Know Before You Go Guide for everything you need to know before you touch down in Nashville. | Your vote matters. See how we're partnering with Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International to energize voters in the coming months. | Meet us in the Music City! We’re hitting the ground in Nashville with some of the nation’s most influential changemakers. Check out our lineup of speakers. | Progress requires investment. As America celebrates 250 years, millions of families are struggling. Donate today to help expand economic mobility.

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National Urban League
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 9:55am

ReMarcs Newsletter - July 4, 2026

Reflecting on July 4th. Frederick Douglass' searing speech is especially timely as our nation marks 250 years. Revisit 'What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?' | America at 250 is an America at a crossroads. Dive into our easy to use guide for more questions you should be asking your leaders today! | A major step forward. The Supreme Court confirmed what we already know: every child born in America is American. See what this ruling really means. | Down in New Orleans. See highlights as Marc Morial celebrated George Clinton's legacy and the anniversary of P-Funk Mothership landing in NOLA. The app is live! Download our #NULConf26 app to get the most up-to-date information about Nashville, powerful sessions, speakers, and more.

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National Urban League
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 - 9:52am

ReMarcs Newsletter - June 27, 2026

Immigrants deserve protection. See how the Supreme Court turning a blind eye to racism threatens thousands of Haitians and Syrians seeking a safe haven.| A historic step forward. This week, Marc H. Morial signed an MOU during the National Baptist Convention to mobilize voters across churches. See more. | Can't travel? No problem! Register for FREE to experience the Virtual National Urban League Conference from anywhere. | Homeownership is more than a dream. See how one aspiring homeowner used resources from Houston Area Urban League to turn possibility into reality. | Major news! Our Urban League Empowerment Center in Harlem won the Urban Land Institute's Mixed-Use Development of the Year award! More on this.

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National Urban League
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 - 9:49am

ReMarcs Newsletter - June 20, 2026

Celebrating dads! Happy Father’s Day to all fathers + father figures who are the protectors of their loved ones. Thank you for all that you do.| 53 years later. See how the New York Knicks historic victory inspired the nation through sports, hope, and unity.| Elevating Black history. Check out scenes from The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence by Step Afrika! during National Urban League Night. | Ready to grow your business? Sign up now for our FREE one-day Entrepreneurship Summit on August 1 in Nashville during #NULConf26. | Empowering the next generation. Relive moments from our Youth Civic Summit where we discussed civic engagement, voting + more.

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National Urban League
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 - 2:40pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - June 13, 2026

A model for equitable growth. See how the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago is a destination for people who refuse to accept the status quo. | Join us this Tuesday! Use code NUL at checkout to get 15% off your ticket for Urban League Night at Step Afrika!'s critically acclaimed performance. | Ready to level up your career? Connect with recruiters, discover new opportunities, and get expert career advice, all in one place. Get started here. | Black history matters. See how the legacy of Juneteenth represents not only a day to celebrate freedom but a reminder that delay is not denial. | What’s the future of student loans? Catch the replay of our webinar to get a breakdown of the major student loan changes taking effect July 1. | We won’t back down. Too much is at stake to stay silent. Donate today to stand with us as we fight for civil rights, economic opportunity + more.

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National Urban League
Sat, 06 Jun 2026 - 2:29pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - June 6, 2026

Numbers don’t lie. See how the Trump administration's misaligned priorities take money away from programs that improve the lives of everyday people. | Celebrating leadership and legacy. Check out scenes from our President & CEO's fireside chat with Abby Phillip about her new book on Rev. Jesse Jackson. | Missed it live? Catch up on everything you may have missed during our family chat on what to expect at the National Urban League Conference next month. | Join us on June 16! Experience Urban League Night at Step Afrika!'s critically acclaimed fusion of dance, history, and visual art that tells the story of freedom and opportunity. Use code NUL at checkout to get 15% off your ticket. | It's never too late. See how one man turned his dream of homeownership into reality with support from our homebuyer assistance program. | Congratulations are in order. Kudos to the graduates of our 2025-2026 Congressional Advocacy Program! Check out the cohort of promising leaders.

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National Urban League
Sat, 30 May 2026 - 2:23pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - May 30, 2026

A historic apology. See how Pope Leo XIV’s apology for the Church's role in legitimizing slavery is a big contrast to the Trump Admin's failure on this issue. | Telling it like it is. Watch Marc H. Morial's powerful testimony in front of the Louisiana House urging against new maps that weaken Black representation. | We’re going live! Join us on Instagram live this Tuesday for an exclusive behind-the-scenes chat about the 2026 National Urban League Conference. One Nation, Overcharged. | Nearly everyone agrees: healthcare costs too much. Take a step now to demand a system that puts our health over profits. | Small Business Month. Find out how our partnership with Intuit IDEAS helps entrepreneurs to grow, build and lead with purpose. | AI in the workforce. Sign up for our free webinar for tips on understanding how AI is reshaping hiring and how to navigate recruitment with confidence. Major news! Our Urban League Empowerment Center in Harlem won the Urban Land Institute's Mixed-Use Development of the Year award!

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