ReMarcs Newsletter - February 20, 2021

How to help. Unprecedented storms and blackouts have created a crisis across the state. Here's what you can do to help people access shelter, food, and more. | We need relief. Millions are awaiting the next stimulus check to cover basic necessities. Read up on why we need the American Rescue Plan NOW. | Dear Congress. Congress must pass strong legislation that addresses Black America's immediate hardships. We've prepped the email, just press send! | Cut the check. Are you a small business owner in need of financing? Register today for our virtual session on February 23rd to get tips and resources. | Update your resumes! Get ready for Wednesday's virtual career fair, featuring over 40 top companies across industries. Sign up and tell a friend. | New partnership alert! We're collaborating with Johnson Controls to expand our initiatives around employment, education, advocacy, and more. Learn more.

Submitted byrwilliams@nul.org onSat, 02/20/2021 - 11:50

Texas Relief: Donate to the Urban League

he people of Texas need our help right now as the state navigates unprecedented harsh winter weather conditions that have left nearly 3 million people without power, putting precious lives at risk.

One of the ways you can help is by donating to Urban League affiliates in Texas, who are working on the ground to provide critical relief:

 

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Austin Urban League: #LoveThyNeighbor

The Austin Area Urban League continues its emergency donation drive for the housing insecure communities of Austin, Texas.

Submitted byiamempowered onFri, 02/19/2021 - 14:05

Browns Support Urban League of Greater Cleveland's 6th Annual Pitch Competition

In January, the Entrepreneurship Center at the Urban League of Greater Cleveland (Cleveland, OH) hosted its 6th Annual Pitch Competition in conjunction with the launch of the UBIZ Venture Capital Small Business Loan Fund. This fund was established to bring tangible solutions to disparities in small business lending for African Americans and other disadvantaged small businesses.

With 2020 having been a very difficult year for business owners, the Urban League of Greater Cleveland celebrated small business owners throughout Greater Cleveland by honoring their commitment and hard work in entrepreneurship. Specifically, the Urban League looked to celebrate business owners who:

Submitted byihall_11 onMon, 02/08/2021 - 13:42