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[fancy_header]Olympia’s Story[/fancy_header]
[fancy_box][dropcap1]O[/dropcap1]lympia’s story is just one example of how the Greater Toledo Urban League has helped people in need realize their true potential, ask over the years. 2010 has been no different, and we’re eager to tell you more about how we’ve worked diligently, to ensure that numerous others would have a year filled with inspiration, success and change!
For starters, the Urban League has strengthened its focus on improving education in Northwest Ohio. This move officially recognizes something we have known all along, that our efforts in every other area of our mission – workforce development, health, civil rights and civic engagement – mean nothing if our youngest citizens are growing up without the basic skills to function effectively in society.
Second, the Urban League has undertaken a targeted effort to advocate for issues that are critical to the social and economic well-being of every person in Northwest Ohio. This means that we’ll work proactively with other organizations to address specific concerns in the community and apply what we’ve learned from direct experience about the issues.
It’s true, the promise of these initiatives has invigorated our work and created excitement among staff and supporters. For the last 14 years, the Urban League has worked to improve the social and economic conditions of disadvantaged and underserved people in Northwest Ohio and, thanks to the new focus, the future looks bright.
[info_box]Now here’s the best part: you can impact the future by making an investment in the Urban League. As a non-profit organization, the Urban League relies completely on charitable support to carry out its mission. Your gift will help provide direct services and advocate for a better way of life in Northwest Ohio.[/info_box]
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Ways to Give to
The Greater Toledo Urban League
Friends of the Greater Toledo Urban League who wish to make a contribution are encouraged to consider the following options:
[dropcap1]1[/dropcap1]Cash
Cash is often the most convenient form of giving. Cash gifts are fully deductible for federal income tax purposes, provided deductions are itemized.
[dropcap1]2[/dropcap1]Pledges
Pledges enable a donor to plan a personal giving program that is both convenient and tax-wise. A pledge may enable a donor to consider a more significant gift than would have been otherwise possible. Terms for payment on pledges are flexible and at the option of the donor.
[dropcap1]3[/dropcap1]Securities
Securities may be made as outright gifts or as a payment on a pledge. Stock certificates may be reassigned directly to the Greater Toledo Urban League or may be transferred through the donor’s broker. The mean market value on the date of the transfer will determine the value of the gift for tax purposes. It is best to consult with the External Affairs Office before a transaction is made. For general questions on securities callJohn Jones at 419-243-3343 or send an email to president@gtul.org.
Gifts of appreciated securities may be tax deductible, up to 30 percent of your adjusted gross income. The deduction is based on the full fair market value, and capital gains tax is not due when the stock is transferred to the League.
[dropcap1]4[/dropcap1]Planned Gifts
In certain instances, it may be preferable from an estate, financial and tax planning perspective to consider long-term planning giving as the best way to make a gift. This can be accomplished through various gift instruments, such as charitable reminder trusts, gift annuities, charitable lead trusts, and bequests. For more information on planned giving, please contact John Jones at 419-243-3343 or send an email topresident@gtul.org.
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[fancy_header]Volunteer Opportunities[/fancy_header]
The Greater Toledo Urban League, doctor Inc. could not provide its many services, and
to the community,if we did not have our super supporters—our volunteers.
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Our volunteers provide services to our youth programs through:
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Summer Mentorship/Basketball Program
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And, our volunteers provide services to our adult programs through:
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J. Frank Troy Senior Center
Community Advocacy
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[dropcap1]2[/dropcap1] Someone will contact you right away with more information on what you need to get involved. Then…
[dropcap1]3[/dropcap1] You will help us empower communities and change lives.
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[fancy_header]Olympia’s Story[/fancy_header]
[fancy_box][dropcap1]O[/dropcap1]lympia’s story is just one example of how the Greater Toledo Urban League has helped people in need realize their true potential, ask over the years. 2010 has been no different, and we’re eager to tell you more about how we’ve worked diligently, to ensure that numerous others would have a year filled with inspiration, success and change!
For starters, the Urban League has strengthened its focus on improving education in Northwest Ohio. This move officially recognizes something we have known all along, that our efforts in every other area of our mission – workforce development, health, civil rights and civic engagement – mean nothing if our youngest citizens are growing up without the basic skills to function effectively in society.
Second, the Urban League has undertaken a targeted effort to advocate for issues that are critical to the social and economic well-being of every person in Northwest Ohio. This means that we’ll work proactively with other organizations to address specific concerns in the community and apply what we’ve learned from direct experience about the issues.
It’s true, the promise of these initiatives has invigorated our work and created excitement among staff and supporters. For the last 14 years, the Urban League has worked to improve the social and economic conditions of disadvantaged and underserved people in Northwest Ohio and, thanks to the new focus, the future looks bright.
[info_box]Now here’s the best part: you can impact the future by making an investment in the Urban League. As a non-profit organization, the Urban League relies completely on charitable support to carry out its mission. Your gift will help provide direct services and advocate for a better way of life in Northwest Ohio.[/info_box]
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[note_box]Want to donate to the Greater Toledo Urban League? Fill in the form below and donate via our secure donation portal courtesy of PayPal.[/note_box]
[fancy_header]Donate Now[/fancy_header]
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We have collected over [donatetotal] so far. Thank you.
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[fancy_header]Thank You To Our Supporters[/fancy_header]
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Ways to Give to
The Greater Toledo Urban League
Friends of the Greater Toledo Urban League who wish to make a contribution are encouraged to consider the following options:
[dropcap1]1[/dropcap1]Cash
Cash is often the most convenient form of giving. Cash gifts are fully deductible for federal income tax purposes, provided deductions are itemized.
[dropcap1]2[/dropcap1]Pledges
Pledges enable a donor to plan a personal giving program that is both convenient and tax-wise. A pledge may enable a donor to consider a more significant gift than would have been otherwise possible. Terms for payment on pledges are flexible and at the option of the donor.
[dropcap1]3[/dropcap1]Securities
Securities may be made as outright gifts or as a payment on a pledge. Stock certificates may be reassigned directly to the Greater Toledo Urban League or may be transferred through the donor’s broker. The mean market value on the date of the transfer will determine the value of the gift for tax purposes. It is best to consult with the External Affairs Office before a transaction is made. For general questions on securities callJohn Jones at 419-243-3343 or send an email to president@gtul.org.
Gifts of appreciated securities may be tax deductible, up to 30 percent of your adjusted gross income. The deduction is based on the full fair market value, and capital gains tax is not due when the stock is transferred to the League.
[dropcap1]4[/dropcap1]Planned Gifts
In certain instances, it may be preferable from an estate, financial and tax planning perspective to consider long-term planning giving as the best way to make a gift. This can be accomplished through various gift instruments, such as charitable reminder trusts, gift annuities, charitable lead trusts, and bequests. For more information on planned giving, please contact John Jones at 419-243-3343 or send an email topresident@gtul.org.
[download_box]Download “Donation Guidelines” PDF[/download_box]
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[divider_top]donate[/divider_top]
[info_box]There is a new volunteer opportunity available. Click here for more details.[/info_box]
[fancy_header]Volunteer Opportunities[/fancy_header]
The Greater Toledo Urban League, doctor Inc. could not provide its many services, and
to the community,if we did not have our super supporters—our volunteers.
[divider]divider[/divider]
Our volunteers provide services to our youth programs through:
[arrow_list]
S.T.R.I.V.E.
Summer Mentorship/Basketball Program
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And, our volunteers provide services to our adult programs through:
[arrow_list]
J. Frank Troy Senior Center
Community Advocacy
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[info_box]If you’d like to volunteer please submit your information using the form below[/info_box]
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[fancy_header]Olympia’s Story[/fancy_header]
[fancy_box][dropcap1]O[/dropcap1]lympia’s story is just one example of how the Greater Toledo Urban League has helped people in need realize their true potential, ask over the years. 2010 has been no different, and we’re eager to tell you more about how we’ve worked diligently, to ensure that numerous others would have a year filled with inspiration, success and change!
For starters, the Urban League has strengthened its focus on improving education in Northwest Ohio. This move officially recognizes something we have known all along, that our efforts in every other area of our mission – workforce development, health, civil rights and civic engagement – mean nothing if our youngest citizens are growing up without the basic skills to function effectively in society.
Second, the Urban League has undertaken a targeted effort to advocate for issues that are critical to the social and economic well-being of every person in Northwest Ohio. This means that we’ll work proactively with other organizations to address specific concerns in the community and apply what we’ve learned from direct experience about the issues.
It’s true, the promise of these initiatives has invigorated our work and created excitement among staff and supporters. For the last 14 years, the Urban League has worked to improve the social and economic conditions of disadvantaged and underserved people in Northwest Ohio and, thanks to the new focus, the future looks bright.
[info_box]Now here’s the best part: you can impact the future by making an investment in the Urban League. As a non-profit organization, the Urban League relies completely on charitable support to carry out its mission. Your gift will help provide direct services and advocate for a better way of life in Northwest Ohio.[/info_box]
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[note_box]Want to donate to the Greater Toledo Urban League? Fill in the form below and donate via our secure donation portal courtesy of PayPal.[/note_box]
[fancy_header]Donate Now[/fancy_header]
[donateplus]
We have collected over [donatetotal] so far. Thank you.
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[fancy_header]Thank You To Our Supporters[/fancy_header]
[button link=”http://www.gtul.org/get-involved/donate/donor-recognition-wall”]Donor Recognition Wall[/button]
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Ways to Give to
The Greater Toledo Urban League
Friends of the Greater Toledo Urban League who wish to make a contribution are encouraged to consider the following options:
[dropcap1]1[/dropcap1]Cash
Cash is often the most convenient form of giving. Cash gifts are fully deductible for federal income tax purposes, provided deductions are itemized.
[dropcap1]2[/dropcap1]Pledges
Pledges enable a donor to plan a personal giving program that is both convenient and tax-wise. A pledge may enable a donor to consider a more significant gift than would have been otherwise possible. Terms for payment on pledges are flexible and at the option of the donor.
[dropcap1]3[/dropcap1]Securities
Securities may be made as outright gifts or as a payment on a pledge. Stock certificates may be reassigned directly to the Greater Toledo Urban League or may be transferred through the donor’s broker. The mean market value on the date of the transfer will determine the value of the gift for tax purposes. It is best to consult with the External Affairs Office before a transaction is made. For general questions on securities callJohn Jones at 419-243-3343 or send an email to president@gtul.org.
Gifts of appreciated securities may be tax deductible, up to 30 percent of your adjusted gross income. The deduction is based on the full fair market value, and capital gains tax is not due when the stock is transferred to the League.
[dropcap1]4[/dropcap1]Planned Gifts
In certain instances, it may be preferable from an estate, financial and tax planning perspective to consider long-term planning giving as the best way to make a gift. This can be accomplished through various gift instruments, such as charitable reminder trusts, gift annuities, charitable lead trusts, and bequests. For more information on planned giving, please contact John Jones at 419-243-3343 or send an email topresident@gtul.org.
[download_box]Download “Donation Guidelines” PDF[/download_box]
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[fancy_header]Our Programs and Services[/fancy_header]
The Greater Toledo Urban League, order Inc. operates over ten (10) programs that cover a client base of youth(6 – 18); adults (18 – 60); and seniors (60 and above). All programs are comprehensive and focused on providing our clients with outstanding services and support.
The agency provides services to over 2, web 310 people, sickness while maintaining a strong commitment to serving those least among us. While some of us are living better today than yesterday, we must not forget that the average national income is $33,000 per year, and that the African American national income is $24,000. Also, lets not forget that the average yearly adult income is some parishes in New Orleans is under $8,000.
With this in mind, the Greater Toledo Urban League, Inc. is needed today more than ever.
The GTUL could not provide its services alone, therefore, the agency has over 160 volunteers to help support and maintain our services in the community.
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[fancy_header]WHAT WE DO[/fancy_header]
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Education and Youth Services
[dropcap1]1[/dropcap1]All that we do as adults is built on a foundation of education. The primary focus of our organization is on equal opportunity education for all students. We offer a wide range of educational programs that serve youth and adults. Our programs are designed to compliment the current trends and climate of the modern workforce and are built to level the playing field for minorities and those that are disadvantaged.
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Workforce Development
[dropcap1]2[/dropcap1]In our modern economy it is even more critical that we properly train and assist those in need of employment to get the skills and experience needed to be successful in the workforce. We have extensive programming and staff resources available to achieve the very ambitious goal of turning the unemployment rate of Toledo on its head. We currently service clients seeking employment and offer one on one assistance to help them over come any barriers they may have.
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Health and Quality of Life
[dropcap1]3[/dropcap1]Nothing is more important than living a happy, healthy, and full life. We offer senior services, health awareness and youth activity programs in order to help improve the quality of life in the Toledo community and beyond. Our programs, partnered with local community organizations focus on improving the entire being (mind, body, and spirit) while encouraging people of all ages to reach their full potential as a productive addition to their community.
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[fancy_header]History of the NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE[/fancy_header]
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[dropcap2]T[/dropcap2]he National Urban League, online which has played so pivotal a role in the 20th-Century Freedom Movement, grew out of that spontaneous grassroots movement for freedom and opportunity that came to be called the Black Migrations. When the U.S. Supreme Court declared its approval of segregation in the 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson decision, the brutal system of economic, social and political oppression the White South quickly adopted rapidly transformed what had been a trickle of African Americans northward into a flood.
Those newcomers to the North soon discovered they had not escaped racial discrimination….
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[dropcap2]I[/dropcap2]n October of 1994, a local group of concerned citizens began a movement to establish an Urban League Affiliate in the Toledo area. This effort resulted in the organization, planning and development of the Toledo Urban League Sponsoring Committee which included a working subcommittee for satisfying applicant status requirements
In August of 1996, the Greater Toledo Urban League, Inc. was officially established as a National Urban League Affiliate.
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[fancy_header]DEPARTMENTS[/fancy_header]
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Last Updated September 3, order 2010
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Administration
John C. Jones – President/CEO
Ret Littleton – Administrative Assistant
Jermaine Young – Dir, view Marketing & Social Media[/one_third]
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Workforce Development
Brandon R. Tucker – Dir., Workforce Development
Phil Cunningham – Workforce Coordinator
Charlotte Jones – Program Specialist
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Project Reconnect – The SOURCE
1301 Monroe St. – Toledo, OH 43604
(419) 213-6370
(419) 213-6268 (fax)
Brooke Campbell – Admin Coordinator
Shirley Lyons – Workforce Coordinator
Steve Eaton – Educational Specialist
Kristie Knighten – Employment Specialist
Kenneth Turner – Employment Specialist[/one_third]
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Health & Quality of Life
J. Frank Troy Senior Center
1235 Division St,
Toledo, OH 43604
(419) 255-6206
(419) 255-1670 (Fax)
Barbara Kyles – Dir., Senior Programs
Prince McDonald – Program Assistant
John T. Hawkins – Transportation Specialist[/one_third_last]
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[fancy_header]History of the NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE[/fancy_header]
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Watch this video to find out more about the history of the National Urban League
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[dropcap2]T[/dropcap2]he National Urban League, online which has played so pivotal a role in the 20th-Century Freedom Movement, grew out of that spontaneous grassroots movement for freedom and opportunity that came to be called the Black Migrations. When the U.S. Supreme Court declared its approval of segregation in the 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson decision, the brutal system of economic, social and political oppression the White South quickly adopted rapidly transformed what had been a trickle of African Americans northward into a flood.
Those newcomers to the North soon discovered they had not escaped racial discrimination….
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[dropcap2]I[/dropcap2]n October of 1994, a local group of concerned citizens began a movement to establish an Urban League Affiliate in the Toledo area. This effort resulted in the organization, planning and development of the Toledo Urban League Sponsoring Committee which included a working subcommittee for satisfying applicant status requirements
In August of 1996, the Greater Toledo Urban League, Inc. was officially established as a National Urban League Affiliate.
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