KANSAS CITY (Nov. 20, 2023) – Congratulations are due to Gwendolyn Grant, the president and CEO of the Urban League of Greater Kansas City (Kansas City, MO), who is included on the Kansas City Power Fifty List.

Grant is a determined advocate for civil rights, having recently engaged in a legal battle with Mayor Quinton Lucas over the control of board appointments for the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners, thereby highlighting her willingness to stand up for constitutional principles.

Grant's involvement spans beyond the Urban League; she actively participates in various city groups, including the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Tax Incentive Reform Task Force and the Citizens to Abolish Poverty Education Committee.

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 20, 2023)- The Las Vegas Urban League (Las Vegas, NV) in its efforts to provide opportunities for small business owners to acquire badly needed funding and receive training on how to manage and strategically operate their businesses, recently sponsored two “Shark Tank” Small Business Pitch Competitions through its Innovation Center for Entrepreneurship.

Are You Ready for Thanksgiving? Elevate your holiday menu with culinary delights from our Black Restaurant Accelerator participants. | We demand change. Read more about the Code of Ethics issued by the U.S. Supreme Court and how it impacts the nation. | Let the good times roll! Get ready to meet us in New Orleans for the 2024 National Urban League Conference. Register today. | We love to see it! This week, Marc H. Morial received the Edwin C ‘Bill’ Berry Civil Rights Award from the Chicago Urban League. Learn more. | Make an impact. Giving Tuesday is a day of radical generosity. This year, we challenge you to ensure your gift empowers Black America. Donate today. | Celebrating 24 years! Marc H. Morial served as the keynote speaker for the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League’s Empowerment Breakfast. Take a look. | Your health matters. It’s now more important than ever to ensure you and your loved ones have received the most up-to-date vaccines. Learn more.

Marc H. Morial 
President and CEO
National Urban League

“There’s no clearer indication that these rules are useless than the fact that they end up codifying Thomas’s outrageous behavior as ethically within bounds. According to the rules, not a single thing Thomas has done is a problem. Putting out a code of conduct that doesn’t restrain Thomas is like erecting a dam that doesn’t restrain water. It’s just a gigantic waste of everyone’s time.” – Elie Mystal 

The so-called Code of Conduct the U.S. Supreme Court issued on Monday won’t put a stop to corruption and wasn’t intended to do so. Quite the opposite: it is intended to justify corruption. 

Thanksgiving is the quintessential celebration of gratitude, uniting family and friends over the shared joy of food and togetherness. Chefs from our Black Restaurant Accelerator Program have crafted a splendid array of traditional favorites and enticing new dishes. Dive into these recipes that are guaranteed to elevate your Thanksgiving celebration!

We love to see it! Read more about how Gov. Wes Moore’s commitment to end the racial wealth gap earned him the President’s Award during #EOD2023. | 2023 Equal Opportunity Dinner. We had a blast at #EOD2023! Relive the moment and find photos of yourself, your friends, or your favorite sneakers. | It’s time to prioritize you. Register now for our FREE webinar on Nov. 15th to learn how to become your own advocate in the workplace + much more. | Let’s talk facts. Goldman Sachs' recent survey reveals ongoing economic challenges for Black women in America. Take a look. | National Apprenticeship Week. The Urban Apprenticeship Jobs Program fosters success in underserved communities. Learn more. | Are you vaxxed? Holiday season is here, and it’s the perfect time to schedule your vaccine appointment before your next gathering. Find out more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 10, 2023) – Today, National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial and National Action Network President Rev. Al Sharpton joined together to welcome the new FBI headquarters to Prince George’s County in Maryland. This comes one year after both groups, along with the Greater Washington Urban League, penned a letter to the General Services Administration emphasizing the impact the headquarters would have on one of the state’s most underserved counties.