Columbus Urban League

Jennifer Walton, MBA, the Chief Brand Officer of Sky Nile Consulting, LLC and co-founder of Ground and Grind, is a dedicated business owner and a past participant in our Accelerate Her program. She highlights how the program's emphasis on accountability and community has been crucial for her growth and resilience as an entrepreneur. Through connections with fellow businesswomen, Jennifer has strengthened her entrepreneurial journey and found invaluable support. We encourage you to invest in Accelerate Her and any of our other initiatives at Your Columbus Urban League. Your support will help to elevate our mission of creating a fully inclusive economy where everyone is empowered to achieve their full potential and contribute to the greater good. Invest today: https://lnkd.in/geNRibwB #ColumbusUrbanLeague #blackphilantropy #blackphilanthropymonth

Reclaim your vote! This election is crucial—let your voice count on November 5th! Find your polling location today: https://lnkd.in/gAbWD3a #Vote2024

While credit cards can provide temporary relief, relying solely on credit cards can lead to mounting debt and high interest charges, exacerbating financial challenges. It's essential to have a comprehensive financial plan that includes budgeting, emergency savings, and responsible credit management. In need of assistance with your financial journey? Our Financial Empowerment Services is the perfect place to start! Our counselors provide personalized guidance to help you manage money, improve credit, reduce debt, and build savings, while also offering access to safe banking options. Whether it's planning for homeownership, addressing student loans, or setting up an emergency fund, we're here to help. Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/gjC5VQTg #FinancialMyths #FinancialPlanning

Tia Johnson's journey as an entrepreneur began in 2013 with her business Fresh Bloom Bins. She started out feeling overwhelmed while wearing multiple hats and juggling various tasks. She emphasizes how Your Columbus Urban League became her "back office team," advocating for her and making her feel like she was on the right path. Through our Minority Business Assistance Center - Columbus Region (MBAC) initiative, we help individuals like Tia develop and grow their small businesses through various resources, connections, and support. We encourage you to invest in MBAC and any of our other initiatives at Your Columbus Urban League. Your support will help to elevate our mission of creating a fully inclusive economy where everyone is empowered to achieve their full potential and contribute to the greater good. Invest today: https://lnkd.in/geNRibwB #ColumbusUrbanLeague #MBAC #Entrepeneuership

Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce that Columbus Urban League President and CEO Stephanie Hightower (She/Her), will deliver the Autumn Commencement Address at The Ohio State University on December 15! A true trailblazer, President Hightower leads the Columbus Urban League, advocating for underrepresented communities and driving economic transformation. Join us in celebrating what is sure to be an inspiring address! #BuckeyePride #Commencement2024 #Columbusurbanleague #theOhioStateUniversity https://lnkd.in/eQswihZg

Financial literacy is crucial for everyone, regardless of who handles the budget. Understanding your financial situation empowers you to make informed decisions, plan for the future, and contribute meaningfully to your household's financial health. In need of assistance with your financial journey? Our Financial Empowerment Services is the perfect place to start! Our counselors provide personalized guidance to help you manage money, improve credit, reduce debt, and build savings, while also offering access to safe banking options. Whether it's planning for homeownership, addressing student loans, or setting up an emergency fund, we're here to help. Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/gjC5VQTg #FinancialMyths #FinancialPlanning

What an unforgettable day! Our 49th Annual Empowerment Day was a resounding success, and we couldn't have done it without our incredible friends, partners, sponsors, and guests. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Michael Eric Dyson for your inspiring words and to our amazing mistress of ceremonies, Angela Pace, for expertly guiding us through the program. Congratulations to our Honda Empowerment Day awardee, JPMorganChase, and our Nationwide Social Justice Awardee, Bishop Timothy J. Clarke! Your dedication to equity and justice fuels our mission to create an inclusive economy. Together, we can uplift our community and ensure that Columbus is a place where everyone thrives. Let’s keep the momentum going! Invest in the Columbus Urban League Prosperity Fund to Join us in our mission for equity: https://lnkd.in/g2S38yKk #EmpowermentDay #Inclusion #EquityForAll

At the Columbus Urban League, entrepreneurship is a core pillar of our mission, supported by programs such as the Minority Business Assistance Center - Columbus Region. We are committed to supporting business owners like Ella by providing essential resources, certifications, and access to capital so they can continue to thrive in their entrepreneurial journey. Ella Williams is an inspiring entrepreneur and the dedicated business owner behind Posh Teatime Co., a unique brand that curates sophisticated tea experiences. We encourage you to invest in Your Columbus Urban League. Your support will help to elevate our mission of creating a fully inclusive economy where everyone is empowered to achieve their full potential and contribute to the greater good. Invest today: https://lnkd.in/geNRibwB #ColumbusUrbanLeague #MBAC #Entrepeneuership

Budgeting is the key to financial clarity and control. By tracking your income and expenses, you can make informed decisions, prioritize your goals, and steadily grow your savings. In need of assistance with your financial journey? Our Journey to Wealth program is the perfect place to start! Our counselors provide personalized guidance to help you manage money, improve credit, reduce debt, and build savings, while also offering access to safe banking options. Whether it's planning for homeownership, addressing student loans, or setting up an emergency fund, we're here to help. Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/gjC5VQTg #FinancialTips #FinancialPlanning

Had an amazing day at Topgolf with our I Am My Brother's Keeper youth! A huge thank you to Topgolf for the food and fun and to ADAMH Board of Franklin County for their support that makes our programs possible. Together, we’re creating unforgettable memories! #Brotherhood #columbusurbanleague #columbusyouth