Thank you all

The Greater Toledo Urban League would like to thank all of you that attended our 13th Annual Dinner and Centennial Celebration this past Friday. We would especially like to thank Marc Morial (President/CEO The National Urban League) for taking time out of his busy schedule to honor us with his wonderful and empowering  presentation for the event. We would also like to thank all of the public officials and the entire city of Toledo for supporting us in this historic occasion.

This event marks the beginning of our campaign to raise awareness of not only what we at the Urban League can do but what we as an entire community are capable of when we work together.  From the staff, website abortion board, and annual dinner committee we’d like to say, Thank you!

Pre-Centennial Reception

The Greater Toledo Urban League Young Professionals and Greater Toledo Urban League GUILD have organized this event in tandem with the upcoming 2010 13th Annual Dinner and Centennial Celebration.

This event is free to the public and is a chance to find out more about the Urban League and our programs and services.

For more information please call (419) 243-3343 and RSVP for this event on our Facebook page.

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State of The Urban League: Report to the Community

The Greater Toledo Urban League will be holding a public Report to the Community session on Thursday, viagra approved October 29, page 2009 – 7:00pm at  Indiana Avenue Missionary Baptist Church (640 Indiana Avenue, Toledo, Ohio [Dr. John E. Roberts, Pastor]). All are invited.

Come learn about and join “The Movement to Empower Communities and Change Lives.”

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Greater TOledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

Greater Toledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

  • Who: Greater Toledo Urban League
  • What: 12 Annual Greater Toledo Urban League Dinner Banquet
  • When: March 12, troche illness 2009 7pm-9pm
  • Where: Parkway Place [2592 Parkway Plaza Maumee, pilule Ohio]

To find out more about ticket information or to reserve a spot in our ad book please call (419) 243-3343.

For those of you who are eagerly awaiting this big event we have a few corrections and a bit of new information to share with you.

  • First of all we have to make a correction about the time of the event.
    To clarify: The VIP reception will begin at 6pm and the Dinner itself will start at 7pm.
  • We also have confirmed a Keynote speaker for the event which will Norma T Hollis [more details posted soon]

So, troche at this point we are merely days away and can’t wait for it all to come together. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call us (419) 243-3343. Hope to see you soon.

    Greater TOledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

    Greater Toledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

    • Who: Greater Toledo Urban League
    • What: 12 Annual Greater Toledo Urban League Dinner Banquet
    • When: March 12, nurse 2009 7pm-9pm
    • Where: Parkway Place [2592 Parkway Plaza Maumee, page Ohio]

    To find out more about ticket information or to reserve a spot in our ad book please call (419) 243-3343.

    Spring is in the air. The birds are singing. The sun is shining. The world is fresh and new. So while on the subject of fresh and new let’s talk about what we’ve got going on here.

    1. Number 1, for sale if you haven’t already checked it out, medicine we are beginning to draw a small following over on the popular micro-blogging site, online Twitter. Imagine Twitter as being like our little mocking bird spreading the positive messages of the league far and beyond anywhere we could reach on our own. So, thank you to all of our followers who support us in the real world and online. If you would like to become a follower please visit www.twitter.com/GTUL.
    2. We are also on Facebook. To become a fan of The Greater Toledo Urban League log in to your Facebook account and visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Greater-Toledo-Urban-League/633651977 for more information.
    3. Lastly we are in the process of engaging active community members to be a part of our development committee. The development committee will be a small group of individuals who are active in the community and understand the basic mission and vision of the Urban League. Their ultimate goal will be to mold the message of the league into a consumer friendly package that will stay on the minds and lips of the people we serve. This committee is solely responsible for helping us get the word out about what we do and why we do it. If you are interested visit our contact page and leave us your full details so we can contact you.

    That is all for now. There is a lot more in the works and just around the bend. If  you have any ideas or questions feel free to shoot us an email or visit our contact page to shoot us a message.
    For those of you who are eagerly awaiting this big event we have a few corrections and a bit of new information to share with you.

    • First of all we have to make a correction about the time of the event.
      To clarify: The VIP reception will begin at 6pm and the Dinner itself will start at 7pm.
    • We also have confirmed a Keynote speaker for the event which will Norma T Hollis [more details posted soon]

    So, sickness at this point we are merely days away and can’t wait for it all to come together. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call us (419) 243-3343. Hope to see you soon.

      Greater TOledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

      Greater Toledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

      • Who: Greater Toledo Urban League
      • What: 12 Annual Greater Toledo Urban League Dinner Banquet
      • When: March 12, search 2009 7pm-9pm
      • Where: Parkway Place [2592 Parkway Plaza Maumee, Ohio]

      To find out more about ticket information or to reserve a spot in our ad book please call (419) 243-3343.

      Greater TOledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

      Greater Toledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

      • Who: Greater Toledo Urban League
      • What: 12 Annual Greater Toledo Urban League Dinner Banquet
      • When: March 12, this web 2009 7pm-9pm
      • Where: Parkway Place [2592 Parkway Plaza Maumee, Ohio]

      To find out more about ticket information or to reserve a spot in our ad book please call (419) 243-3343.

      Greater TOledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

      Greater Toledo Urban League Annual Dinner 2009

      • Who: Greater Toledo Urban League
      • What: 12 Annual Greater Toledo Urban League Dinner Banquet
      • When: March 12, buy information pills 2009 7pm-9pm
      • Where: Parkway Place [2592 Parkway Plaza Maumee, Ohio]

      To find out more about ticket information or to reserve a spot in our ad book please call (419) 243-3343.

      For those of you who are eagerly awaiting this big event we have a few corrections and a bit of new information to share with you.

      • First of all we have to make a correction about the time of the event.
        To clarify: The VIP reception will begin at 6pm and the Dinner itself will start at 7pm.
      • We also have confirmed a Keynote speaker for the event which will Norma T Hollis [more details posted soon]

      So, information pills at this point we are merely days away and can’t wait for it all to come together. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call us (419) 243-3343. Hope to see you soon.

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        The Toledo Public School Board Candidate Forum

        Toledo, treatment OH (September 24, capsule 2009) — The Greater Toledo Urban League, Adelante LRC and Thosefellas, LLC will co-host a Toledo Public School Board candidate forum in the central city of Toledo. All Toledo Public School Board candidates listed on the ballot are invited to attend. The forum will be moderated by Schylar Meadows, Host of “Juice Talk on WJUC, 107.3FM; Dan Briones, Board Chairman of Adelante, and John Dorsey, freelance journalist for several publications. The forum will take place in the Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, Ohio from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm on September 29, 2009.

        Questions will be prepared with a focus on issues that directly address the achievement gap and impact the minority community. The community is encouraged to submit questions in advance of Tuesday’s Forum to thosefellas@yahoo.com or info@gtul.org. Audience members will be given index cards to write questions. The questions will be screened to avoid repetition and presented in the second half of the forum. The forum is open to the public with seating based on first-come, first-served. This will be the first forum of this election season dedicated to the Toledo Public School Board and that directly addresses the topic of education.

        The Greater Toledo Urban League, Adelante and Thosefellas encourage educated participation in the electoral process to promote a healthy democracy.

        “Education is the key to securing the future of our city and our communities. Now more than ever before, each youth and their families should be assured a quality and equitable education. A key component in ensuring this happens is the leadership on Toledo Public School’s Board of Education. Our goal is to provide the voters of Toledo the opportunity to hear from each candidate, in order to make an informed vote on election day.” said John C. Jones, President & CEO, Greater Toledo Urban League.

        “Education is the life blood of great cities and our great city must protect that which is essential. We must have people representing the interest of our most valued treasure – our children. A yard sign cannot be what determines who makes important decisions. We must know for whom we are voting and hold them accountable.” said Kamaron Kyser, President, Thosefellas, LLC.

        “Here would be a great quote from either Bonnie or Stephanie about the League of Women Voters.” said Bonnie or Stephanie Kaiser, League of Women Voters of Toledo-Lucas County.

        [info_box]About the Greater Toledo Urban League

        The Greater Toledo Urban League is one of over 100 affiliates of the National Urban League. The Greater Toledo Urban League was officially established in August of 1996 as an affiliate of the National Urban League. It is a non-profit community service organization, established to provide direct services in the areas of employment, training, business and career development, education, health, housing and youth development to the Toledo community. The mission of the local affiliate is to improve the social and economic conditions of each individual within the community, particularly African-Americans, other minorities and those that are disadvantaged. We accomplish this mission through quality education programs for youth, employment and training programs for their parents, enrichment programs for Senior Citizens and advocacy efforts on behalf of the marginalized in this community. Visit the League on the web at www.gtul.org or on Facebook and Twitter.[/info_box]

        [info_box]About Adelante, The Latino Resource Center

        Toledo and NW Ohio is home to the third largest Latino population in the State of Ohio. Since 1990 the Latino population of Lucas County grew close to 45% by 2006. Ohio’s Latino Community has grown 18 times faster than the general population and accounts for 20% of the State’s population growth. In 2004 the Latino purchasing power in Ohio was 4.4 billion and is projected to be 6.1 billion for 2009.
        In collaboration with business and community organizations, Adelante strives to improve the quality of life for Latinos and Toledo residents by: providing early childhood, secondary and adult educational programs; facilitating access to prevention, health and social services for all ages; promoting and providing economic empowerment and wealth building programs; providing youth development services and program; and promoting and providing Latino cultural enrichment events.
        For more information on how to get involved with Adelante, please contact us at 419-244-8440 or visit us on the web at www.adelantelrc.org[/info_box]

        [info_box]About Thosefellas, LLC

        The mission of Thosefellas, LLC is to connect people to opportunities and resources for the purpose of economic and community growth. Hosting networking events like N.E.T.T. Working Toledo, Thosefellas, LLC has positioned itself to fulfill its mission through the education of its participants around the electoral process.[/info_box]

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        The Greater Toledo Urban League is going for the gold and only with your help can we claim first prize. In order for us to make a name for ourselves on Facebook [Facebook.com/gtul] we need to gather 1000 followers on our fan page. We are positive that with your help we can do this. All you need to do is send a suggestion out from our fan page to all of your friends and have them send one out to all of their friends. We are even thinking about making a special announcement and presenting a special prize to the one thousandth fan to our GTUL Facebook fan page. So what are you waiting for!?

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        The Greater Toledo Urban League is going for the gold and only with your help can we claim first prize. In order for us to make a name for ourselves on Facebook [Facebook.com/gtul] we need to gather 1000 followers on our fan page. We are positive that with your help we can do this. All you need to do is send a suggestion out from our fan page to all of your friends and have them send one out to all of their friends. We are even thinking about making a special announcement and presenting a special prize to the one thousandth fan to our GTUL Facebook fan page. So what are you waiting for!?

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        Doni Miller speaks with members of the Greater Toledo Urban League including the president and CEO John C. Jones, health visit web the Director of Workforce Development Brandon Tucker, and and Employment Coach Phillip Cunningham. Today, they focus on the rising numbers of unemployment among African Americans. Courtesy of 13abc


        Statement by John C. Jones, viagra order President and C.E.O.

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        on the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage

        The Greater Toledo Urban League, for sale its Board of Directors, look Staff and Volunteers mourn the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage.  An educator, environmentalist, community activist, community leader, musician and champion of children and the underserved, his passing will create a stark void in the Toledo community.  He was always active and visible, serving on a plethora of boards and working tirelessly within many community organizations.  Everyone that had opportunity to meet and engage in dialogue with Dr. Brundage could feel not only his passion for people, but his desire to see Toledo become a thriving community of equality, social justice, educational excellence and economic vitality.

        It pains us at the Urban League how Dr. Brundage met this tragic end.  Without question, the young man that attacked Dr. Brundage, at age 15, should be held accountable for his actions.  However, this one act leaves open the door that yet again exposes greater issues that must be addressed.  Make no mistake; the answer is not as simple as “he was a bad kid”.  We as a community must dig deeper to address and confront the areas of dysfunction that surround our youth, from families to institutions to individuals.

        We at the Urban League welcome the discussion around helping and empowering our youth to make positive choices, manage their situations, and model behavior that ends in transformational change within this community.  Let us use the example of Dr. Brundage’s life as a springboard that creates a lasting impact on the lives of all Toledoans, particularly its youth.

        Image courtesy of http://www.lisabelle-artist.com.
        Official Statement regarding the “reduction in workforce” At the Greater Toledo Urban League

        On June 30, seek 2009, drugs the Greater Toledo Urban League reduced it’s workforce by a total of seven positions.  Of those seven positions, information pills five involved the displacement of staff and two were positions that will remain unfilled.  The reduction, while unfortunate is a direct result of a loss in funding for the coming fiscal year (2009-2010).

        Each staff person was apprised of this possible reduction in January 2009, as we were projecting our financial position for the second half of the fiscal year.  Official notice of these position eliminations was communicated to the staff two weeks prior (June 16, 2009).  John C. Jones, President and C.E.O. stated, “The loss of funding and most importantly these staff persons, is difficult, but it is also an all too true reality that many organizations, businesses and institutions are facing during these very tough economic times”.

        The positive news is that the Urban League is very much alive and continues to operate valuable and needed programs for this community.

        • We are continuing our work at the J. Frank Troy Senior Center with a full complement of services designed to assist seniors.
        • We are working with our youth this summer through three programs:
          • S.T.R.I.V.E., which is designed to assist high school students pass the Ohio Graduation Tests
          • Summer G.A.M.E.S., which is a collaborative effort between the City of Toledo, United Way and FunGame Sports that teach youth life lessons through sports
          • Summer Basketball, which is a collaboration between Frederick Douglas Community Association, Sleepy Hollow Athletic Association and the GTUL
        • We are proud to be a collaborative partner through funding from the United Way to offer assistance to the Toledo community in the area dealing with “situational poverty” and financial literacy training.

        “At the end of the day, our mission – “to improve the social and economic conditions of each person in our community, particularly African-Americans, other minorities and those that are disadvantaged” – is paramount to all that we do, and we must ensure that we are making solid business decisions that ultimately impact the service we provide”, states Mr. Jones.  The Urban League continues to actively seek funding from all sources (local, state-wide and national).  We ask for the support from this community by way of memberships, volunteers and alternative forms of giving.  For more information on how you can support the Greater Toledo Urban League, visit us at http://gtul.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter (http://twitter.com/GTUL)

        The Greater Toledo Urban League was officially established in August of 1996 as a National Urban League Affiliate.  Through the operation of programming in the areas of Education and Youth Services, Workforce Development, and Health & Quality of Life, we serve hundreds of families each year and utilize thousands of volunteer hours.  We serve a broad range of people from all ages (6 – 60+).

        See the coverage featured by our media partner 13abc [Urban League Lays off 7 employees]

        Statement by John C. Jones, side effects President and C.E.O.

        of the Greater Toledo Urban League

        on the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage

        The Greater Toledo Urban League, viagra buy its Board of Directors, visit web Staff and Volunteers mourn the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage.  An educator, environmentalist, community activist, community leader, musician and champion of children and the underserved, his passing will create a stark void in the Toledo community.  He was always active and visible, serving on a plethora of boards and working tirelessly within many community organizations.  Everyone that had opportunity to meet and engage in dialogue with Dr. Brundage could feel not only his passion for people, but his desire to see Toledo become a thriving community of equality, social justice, educational excellence and economic vitality.

        It pains us at the Urban League how Dr. Brundage met this tragic end.  Without question, the young man that attacked Dr. Brundage, at age 15, should be held accountable for his actions.  However, this one act leaves open the door that yet again exposes greater issues that must be addressed.  Make no mistake; the answer is not as simple as “he was a bad kid”.  We as a community must dig deeper to address and confront the areas of dysfunction that surround our youth, from families to institutions to individuals.

        We at the Urban League welcome the discussion around helping and empowering our youth to make positive choices, manage their situations, and model behavior that ends in transformational change within this community.  Let us use the example of Dr. Brundage’s life as a springboard that creates a lasting impact on the lives of all Toledoans, particularly its youth.

        Statement by John C. Jones, medical President and C.E.O.

        of the Greater Toledo Urban League

        on the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage

        The Greater Toledo Urban League, its Board of Directors, Staff and Volunteers mourn the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage.  An educator, environmentalist, community activist, community leader, musician and champion of children and the underserved, his passing will create a stark void in the Toledo community.  He was always active and visible, serving on a plethora of boards and working tirelessly within many community organizations.  Everyone that had opportunity to meet and engage in dialogue with Dr. Brundage could feel not only his passion for people, but his desire to see Toledo become a thriving community of equality, social justice, educational excellence and economic vitality.

        It pains us at the Urban League how Dr. Brundage met this tragic end.  Without question, the young man that attacked Dr. Brundage, at age 15, should be held accountable for his actions.  However, this one act leaves open the door that yet again exposes greater issues that must be addressed.  Make no mistake; the answer is not as simple as “he was a bad kid”.  We as a community must dig deeper to address and confront the areas of dysfunction that surround our youth, from families to institutions to individuals.

        We at the Urban League welcome the discussion around helping and empowering our youth to make positive choices, manage their situations, and model behavior that ends in transformational change within this community.  Let us use the example of Dr. Brundage’s life as a springboard that creates a lasting impact on the lives of all Toledoans, particularly its youth.

        Statement by John C. Jones, information pills President and C.E.O.

        of the Greater Toledo Urban League

        on the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage

        The Greater Toledo Urban League, healing its Board of Directors, Staff and Volunteers mourn the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage.  An educator, environmentalist, community activist, community leader, musician and champion of children and the underserved, his passing will create a stark void in the Toledo community.  He was always active and visible, serving on a plethora of boards and working tirelessly within many community organizations.  Everyone that had opportunity to meet and engage in dialogue with Dr. Brundage could feel not only his passion for people, but his desire to see Toledo become a thriving community of equality, social justice, educational excellence and economic vitality.

        It pains us at the Urban League how Dr. Brundage met this tragic end.  Without question, the young man that attacked Dr. Brundage, at age 15, should be held accountable for his actions.  However, this one act leaves open the door that yet again exposes greater issues that must be addressed.  Make no mistake; the answer is not as simple as “he was a bad kid”.  We as a community must dig deeper to address and confront the areas of dysfunction that surround our youth, from families to institutions to individuals.

        We at the Urban League welcome the discussion around helping and empowering our youth to make positive choices, manage their situations, and model behavior that ends in transformational change within this community.  Let us use the example of Dr. Brundage’s life as a springboard that creates a lasting impact on the lives of all Toledoans, particularly its youth.

        Image courtesy of http://www.lisabelle-artist.com.

        Statement by John C. Jones, information pills President and C.E.O.

        of the Greater Toledo Urban League

        on the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage

        The Greater Toledo Urban League, its Board of Directors, Staff and Volunteers mourn the passing of Dr. Robert Brundage.  An educator, environmentalist, community activist, community leader, musician and champion of children and the underserved, his passing will create a stark void in the Toledo community.  He was always active and visible, serving on a plethora of boards and working tirelessly within many community organizations.  Everyone that had opportunity to meet and engage in dialogue with Dr. Brundage could feel not only his passion for people, but his desire to see Toledo become a thriving community of equality, social justice, educational excellence and economic vitality.

        It pains us at the Urban League how Dr. Brundage met this tragic end.  Without question, the young man that attacked Dr. Brundage, at age 15, should be held accountable for his actions.  However, this one act leaves open the door that yet again exposes greater issues that must be addressed.  Make no mistake; the answer is not as simple as “he was a bad kid”.  We as a community must dig deeper to address and confront the areas of dysfunction that surround our youth, from families to institutions to individuals.

        We at the Urban League welcome the discussion around helping and empowering our youth to make positive choices, manage their situations, and model behavior that ends in transformational change within this community.  Let us use the example of Dr. Brundage’s life as a springboard that creates a lasting impact on the lives of all Toledoans, particularly its youth.

        Image courtesy of http://www.lisabelle-artist.com.
        Official Statement regarding the “reduction in workforce” At the Greater Toledo Urban League

        On June 30, viagra sale 2009, the Greater Toledo Urban League reduced it’s workforce by a total of seven positions.  Of those seven positions, five involved the displacement of staff and two were positions that will remain unfilled.  The reduction, while unfortunate is a direct result of a loss in funding for the coming fiscal year (2009-2010).

        Each staff person was apprised of this possible reduction in January 2009, as we were projecting our financial position for the second half of the fiscal year.  Official notice of these position eliminations was communicated to the staff two weeks prior (June 16, 2009).  John C. Jones, President and C.E.O. stated, “The loss of funding and most importantly these staff persons, is difficult, but it is also an all too true reality that many organizations, businesses and institutions are facing during these very tough economic times”.

        The positive news is that the Urban League is very much alive and continues to operate valuable and needed programs for this community.

        • We are continuing our work at the J. Frank Troy Senior Center with a full complement of services designed to assist seniors.
        • We are working with our youth this summer through three programs:
          • S.T.R.I.V.E., which is designed to assist high school students pass the Ohio Graduation Tests
          • Summer G.A.M.E.S., which is a collaborative effort between the City of Toledo, United Way and FunGame Sports that teach youth life lessons through sports
          • Summer Basketball, which is a collaboration between Frederick Douglas Community Association, Sleepy Hollow Athletic Association and the GTUL
        • We are proud to be a collaborative partner through funding from the United Way to offer assistance to the Toledo community in the area dealing with “situational poverty” and financial literacy training.

        “At the end of the day, our mission – “to improve the social and economic conditions of each person in our community, particularly African-Americans, other minorities and those that are disadvantaged” – is paramount to all that we do, and we must ensure that we are making solid business decisions that ultimately impact the service we provide”, states Mr. Jones.  The Urban League continues to actively seek funding from all sources (local, state-wide and national).  We ask for the support from this community by way of memberships, volunteers and alternative forms of giving.  For more information on how you can support the Greater Toledo Urban League, visit us at http://gtul.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter (http://twitter.com/GTUL)

        The Greater Toledo Urban League was officially established in August of 1996 as a National Urban League Affiliate.  Through the operation of programming in the areas of Education and Youth Services, Workforce Development, and Health & Quality of Life, we serve hundreds of families each year and utilize thousands of volunteer hours.  We serve a broad range of people from all ages (6 – 60+).

        See the coverage featured by our media partner 13abc [Urban League Lays off 7 employees]

        Official Statement regarding the “reduction in workforce”

        At the Greater Toledo Urban League

        On June 30, visit web 2009, visit web the Greater Toledo Urban League reduced it’s workforce by a total of seven positions.  Of those seven positions, view five involved the displacement of staff and two were positions that will remain unfilled.  The reduction, while unfortunate is a direct result of a loss in funding for the coming fiscal year (2009-2010).

        Each staff person was apprised of this possible reduction in January 2009, as we were projecting our financial position for the second half of the fiscal year.  Official notice of these position eliminations was communicated to the staff two weeks prior (June 16, 2009).  John C. Jones, President and C.E.O. stated, “The loss of funding and most importantly these staff persons, is difficult, but it is also an all too true reality that many organizations, businesses and institutions are facing during these very tough economic times”.

        The positive news is that the Urban League is very much alive and continues to operate valuable and needed programs for this community.

        • We are continuing our work at the J. Frank Troy Senior Center with a full complement of services designed to assist seniors.
        • We are working with our youth this summer through three programs:
          • S.T.R.I.V.E., which is designed to assist high school students pass the Ohio Graduation Tests
          • Summer G.A.M.E.S., which is a collaborative effort between the City of Toledo, United Way and FunGame Sports that teach youth life lessons through sports
          • Summer Basketball, which is a collaboration between Frederick Douglas Community Association, Sleepy Hollow Athletic Association and the GTUL
        • We are proud to be a collaborative partner through funding from the United Way to offer assistance to the Toledo community in the area dealing with “situational poverty” and financial literacy training.

        “At the end of the day, our mission – “to improve the social and economic conditions of each person in our community, particularly African-Americans, other minorities and those that are disadvantaged” – is paramount to all that we do, and we must ensure that we are making solid business decisions that ultimately impact the service we provide”, states Mr. Jones.  The Urban League continues to actively seek funding from all sources (local, state-wide and national).  We ask for the support from this community by way of memberships, volunteers and alternative forms of giving.  For more information on how you can support the Greater Toledo Urban League, visit us at http://gtul.org or follow us on Facebook and Twitter (http://twitter.com/GTUL)

        The Greater Toledo Urban League was officially established in August of 1996 as a National Urban League Affiliate.  Through the operation of programming in the areas of Education and Youth Services, Workforce Development, and Health & Quality of Life, we serve hundreds of families each year and utilize thousands of volunteer hours.  We serve a broad range of people from all ages (6 – 60+).
        The Greater Toledo Urban League is going for the gold and only with your help can we claim first prize. In order for us to make a name for ourselves on Facebook [Facebook.com/gtul] we need to gather 1000 followers on our fan page. We are positive that with your help we can do this. All you need to do is send a suggestion out from our fan page to all of your friends and have them send one out to all of their friends. We are even thinking about making a special announcement and presenting a special prize to the one thousandth fan to our GTUL Facebook fan page. So what are you waiting for!?

        On your mark! Get set! Go!