Support the Urban League of Northwest Indiana in 2014

Our Mission

The Urban League of Northwest Indiana works to promote, encourage and enhance services to improve social, educational, and economic conditions of African Americans and other minority groups in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties.

Our Vision

To ensure that the Urban League of Northwest Indiana becomes the premiere agency that supports and promotes neighborhood community collaborations towards the improvement, capacity building, and awareness of citizens in areas of education, financial literacy, health/wellness, civic/civil leadership, and diversity throughout Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties; which would encourage a better quality of life.

Our History

The Urban League of Gary was founded in 1945 as an Affiliate of the National Urban League. The Urban League was founded as a civic organization established for the purpose of removing the racial barriers that prevented African Americans from enjoying equal opportunities in housing, employment, education and the many other facets of American life.

On June 25, 1945 the Urban League of Gary was born with the commitment to strive for equal opportunities for all citizens.

In December 1970, the Board of Directors voted to reorganize as the Urban League of Northwest Indiana, Inc., to better reflect the service community of the Lake Area United Way – thereby serving Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties.

Support the Urban League of Northwest Indiana in 2014

By: Urban League of Northwest Indiana Last Updated: May 22, 2014

Your previous support of the Urban League is a testament to your personal connection to the struggle for civil rights, equal access to education and gainful employment for all Americans. Because of support from friends like you, your local Urban...

Urban League of Northwest Indiana to Host “100 Mentors in 100 Days” Launch

By: Urban League of Northwest Indiana Last Updated: April 7, 2014

You are invited to attend the launch of a new mentoring initiative! The Mentoring Trust is a network of mentoring organizations that strive to promote mentoring as an effective strategy to positively impact the lives of the youth. Please join Mr....

Horizon Bank Receives Community Relations Award from Urban League of Northwest Indiana

By: Horizon Bank Last Updated: March 21, 2014

Horizon Bank is the recipient of the Community Relations Award at this event. This award was presented to Horizon Bank for encouraging and supporting diversity in the community.

Urban League of Northwest Indiana to Host “Relationship Status”

By: Urban League of Northwest Indiana Last Updated: March 21, 2014

(Gary, IN) The Young Professionals of Northwest Indiana Urban League, an affiliate of the Northwest Indiana Urban League will be hosting a panel discussion on relationships, social values, and gender roles in the 21st century on Wednesday, March 26,...