On Wednesday, February 23, 2022, The Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) hosted its 61st Equal Opportunity Day at the Pfister Hotel downtown. Since its inception, Equal Opportunity Day unites leaders while celebrating the accomplishments of our aspiring youth and leaders and raises awareness of our most pressing community challenges while raising funds to directly support programs and … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrates ’61st Equal Opportunity Day’
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Milwaukee Urban League and Lands’ End donate boots to Auer Avenue student
The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (MUL), in partnership with Lands’ End, donated 172 pairs of boots for the total student population at Auer Avenue Elementary School, under the leadership of Principal Dr. Zanetta Walker. This project was spearheaded by MUL’s Community School Coordinator, Kimberly Bikulcius, and MUL’s Education Manager Thomas McCreary. Pictured at the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League and Lands’ End donate boots to Auer Avenue student
Milwaukee Urban League hosts Holiday Bazaar at Auer Avenue School
On Monday, December 20, 2021, the Milwaukee Urban League and Auer Avenue School hosted the annual Holiday Bazaar at the school, located at 2319 West Auer Ave. The Holdiay Bazaar provides Auer students the opportunity to shop for holiday presents as well as participate in a day of joy. Students purchased tickets and used them to "buy" gifts for friends and family. This event … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts Holiday Bazaar at Auer Avenue School
Happy Holidays from everyone at the Greater Milwaukee Urban League
Wishing you and your family a holiday season filled with peace, hope, good health and prosperity. … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays from everyone at the Greater Milwaukee Urban League
Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’36th Annual Black and White Ball’
On Saturday, November 6, 2021, the Milwaukee Branch of the Urban League (MUL) hosted their "36th Annual Black and White Ball," at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. The Black and White Ball is one of Wisconsin's premier social events of the year and once again the MUL was able to hold the event in person, having had to host it virtually last year due to the … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ’36th Annual Black and White Ball’
Milwaukee Urban League Guild hosts 2nd Annual Art Show
On Sunday, September 26, 2021, the Milwaukee Urban League Guild (MULG) hosted their "2nd Annual Art Show" at the Greenwood Park Art Gallery and Framing, 4233 W. Fond du Lac Ave. Admission to the art show was free and featured art from local African American artists and highlighted a hidden gem in the community. There were also auctions, raffles, door prizes, refreshments for … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League Guild hosts 2nd Annual Art Show
Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Auer Avenue Community Resource Fair’
On Wednesday, September 15, 2021, The Milwaukee Urban League along with partner Auer Avenue Community School, 2319 W. Auer Ave, hosted a "Community Resource Fair," to provide resources and support for Auer Avenue students, families and community members. The event included free COVID-19 vaccinations, backpacks and school supplies for students, and information and resources for … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League hosts ‘Auer Avenue Community Resource Fair’
MUL welcomes students and families back-to-school
On Saturday, August 28, 2021, the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) and its generous partners Great Lakes Coca-Cola, Target, Spectrum, Nosotros Hair Studio, Pretty Girls Are Educated, Sharp Literacy, Walgreen's and America's Black Holocaust Museum joined together to prepare students and their families for a fun and successful start to the 2021-22 school year. MUL's "Family … [Read more...] about MUL welcomes students and families back-to-school
Urban League partnership lights Hoan Bridge to honor Dr. King
On Monday, January 18, 2021, The Milwaukee Urban League in partnership with the Light the Hoan Collective lit the Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge in red, green and black from sunset to 2:00 a.m. in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The bridge is used as a symbol of pride and unity for the city of Milwaukee and is located on Interstate 794 in downtown Milwaukee. Red and … [Read more...] about Urban League partnership lights Hoan Bridge to honor Dr. King
MUL hosts ’35th Annual Black and White Ball,’ virtually of course
As the saying goes, "The show must go on" and the Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) put on quite a show despite a pandemic. The "35th Annual Black and White Ball,' was held on Saturday, November 21, 2020, safely on-line of course. The decision to hold the event virtually this year was an easy one. With a greater need in the community due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the MUL needed to … [Read more...] about MUL hosts ’35th Annual Black and White Ball,’ virtually of course