On Monday, February 19, 2024, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted its annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon at the Pfister Hotel, 424 E. Wisconsin Ave. The luncheon featured a special panel discussion on 2023 milestones with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, and Milwaukee Attorney John W. Daniels, Jr. Daniels received … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon
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GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, more than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the Greater Milwaukee Urban League’s (GMUL) Black and White Ball, which featured a performance by Grammy-nominated R&B and jazz singer Patrice Rushen. The sold-out event was held at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee. … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’38th Annual Black & White Ball’
GMUL awards scholarships and laptops to more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates
On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL), along with the generous donations of Enterprise Holdings, Johnson Controls, Kohler Co., and the NBA Foundation, awarded more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates scholarships and laptops at the The Peck Welcome Center at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Students were awarded $1,000 scholarships and/or … [Read more...] about GMUL awards scholarships and laptops to more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates
Highlights from Milwaukee’s 2023 Juneteenth Celebration
On Monday, June 19, 2023, the city of Milwaukee observed its 52nd Juneteenth celebration. Milwaukee is home to one of the longest held Juneteenth Day celebrations in the United States. The theme of this year’s parade was "I Am Juneteenth." When it first began in 1971, Milwaukee was one of the first northern cities to host such celebrations. The local parade and festivities have … [Read more...] about Highlights from Milwaukee’s 2023 Juneteenth Celebration
GMUL and Molson Coors team up to help small business leaders with the Entrepreneurship Connection Program
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and Molson Coors hosted "The Power of Capital," the latest in a series of events in the Entrepreneurship Connection Program, on Monday, April 24, 2023, at the University Club, 924 E. Wells St. Entrepreneurs from across the greater Milwaukee area gathered to hear from financial experts on raising capital to launch and sustain their … [Read more...] about GMUL and Molson Coors team up to help small business leaders with the Entrepreneurship Connection Program
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Leaders LeadUp’
On Friday, March 24, 2023, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted "Leaders LeadUp™," a new online social community and learning platform for women of color in the region. The event was held at the University Club of Milwaukee, 924 E. Wells St. “Greater Milwaukee Urban League is dedicated to providing and supporting opportunities that empower communities and … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Leaders LeadUp’
Greater Milwaukee Urban League at Auer Avenue to ‘Read to Succeed’
“Read to Succeed” in grades K3 – 2nd at Auer Avenue Elementary School was an investment and commitment by Target, BCDI - Milwaukee and Greater Milwaukee Urban League in the future of our youngest citizens. On Thursday, February 23, 2023, this collaborative team of volunteers donated and assembled decorative bags filled with books to start a home library, a “Read to Succeed” … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League at Auer Avenue to ‘Read to Succeed’
GMUL hosts ’62nd Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon’
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) celebrated equity and inclusion at the "62nd Annual Whitney M. Young, Jr., Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon" on February 23, 2023 at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. Individuals received awards in areas including economic development, education, health, advocacy, and more. GMUL and Molson Coors also launched "The Entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about GMUL hosts ’62nd Annual Equal Opportunity Day Luncheon’
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘The 37th Black & White Ball’
On Saturday, November 5, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) hosted their annual "Black & White Ball" at the Wisconsin Center, 400 West Wisconsin Ave. More than 1,100 Milwaukee-area business and community leaders, including many area CEOs, came together to attend the GMUL's annual fundraiser. The evening included a red carpet walk, pre-event with live music, … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘The 37th Black & White Ball’
Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts open house for new satellite office
On Wednesday, October 13, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League celebrated the grand opening of their new satellite site located at 3410 W. Silver Spring Dr. (inside the World Outreach Building) with a open house. Members of the community and the public were invited to take part with refreshments, tours, door prizes, information on employment, education, advocacy and much … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League hosts open house for new satellite office