As Americans continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Central Florida Urban League (Orlando, FL) applauds Charter for ensuring that Floridians remain connected.

For the next 60 days, Charter is offering free service and installation for families with children enrolled in Kindergarten through Grade 12 and/or college students who do not already have their broadband service.

Furthermore, to ensure that all service remains uninterrupted, Charter has pledged to:
 

• Not terminate service to any residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic;
• Waive any late fees that any residential or small business customers incur because of their economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic; and
• Open its Wi-Fi hotspots to any American who needs them.

In light of the recent changes and adjustments we have all had to make in response to the COVID-19 crisis, we are happy to announce that the National Urban League Congressional Advocacy Program Spring 2020 Cohort application deadline will be EXTENDED until Sunday, March 29, 2020! There is still time for your affiliate staff members, Young Professionals, and GUILD members to apply!

Now more than ever, we need voices across the country to advocate for the rights and resources our communities deserve!

Remember that this program can be completed entirely virtually and is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded leaders from across the Movement in the social justice advocacy space!

The Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh’s (URA) Board of Directors this afternoon approved a new program for households at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) who have been affected by the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 Housing Stabilization Fund is designed to provide short-term assistance to workers who have experienced a reduction in hours and are facing a financial hardship to pay rent and utilities. 

Beginning Monday, March 23, households in need of rental, mortgage payment, and/or utility assistance, specifically because their work hours were cut due to COVID-19, may call the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA) at 412.227.4163 to be screened for assistance. 

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