by winstonsalemurbanleague | Dec 13, 2021 | Business, Center for Asset and Economic Opportunity, Members, News, Young Professionals
Startup|URBAN Startup|URBANStartup|URBAN is a small business forgivable loan program. Businesses located in or with owners from the United Way Place Matters CiVIC neighborhood can qualify for mentorship, training and a $10,000 forgivable loan. Follow this link...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jun 25, 2021 | Center of Educational Attainment, CEO Blog, Education, Events, Media, Members, News
Last night, we also celebrated the success of our Tent Tutor program. Tent Tutor was education innovation that helped more than 100 students succeed in virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Last night we shared a short video about the program. Click below to...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jun 25, 2021 | CEO Blog, Events, Media, Members, News, Young Professionals
On Thursday, June 24, 2021, at the annual meeting of the Winston-Salem Urban League, the board elected two new directors. Board chair, Dr. Marquis Barnett announced Audrey Biesk and Jessica Leach as directors. Audrey Biesk, a native of San Diego, California, began her...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Aug 5, 2020 | CEO Blog, Guild, Media, Members, News, Policy, Young Professionals
Having observed the utterly inhumane and callous manner in which five sheriff’s detention officers and a nurse took the life of Mr. John Neville, I am angry and heartbroken. Mr. Neville should be alive today. I pray for John Neville. I pray for his family.I call on...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jun 18, 2020 | CEO Blog, Events, Guild, Members, News, Young Professionals
Join us for the Winston-Salem Urban League 2020 Annual Meeting. The Board and staff will honor individuals who have played key roles in furthering the Winston-Salem Urban League mission. The CEO will update members with successes from the current year and share his...