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Located along Park Street in what is currently a sea of asphalt in front of The Villager, the new Urban League Center for Economic Development & Workforce Training will showcase this gateway into Madison while also helping make this burgeoning multi-cultural corridor a destination in itself. As a shared facility with the South Madison Public Library - one of Madison’s busiest - the project will be the first of its kind in the nation. It will also address our pressing space problems plus send an inspiring and challenging message to our clients – that the community values and believes in them.

To make this vision a reality, we need your support!

ABOUT THE CENTER:

Click here to read more about the project online.
Download an informational brochure.
Compare today with tomorrow.
Watch how our career training programs can give a jumpstart.
Watch how the The Time is Now! to generate more than $50 million in economic activity.

DONATIONS & RECOGNITION:

Download an informational brochure and pledge form.
Make a secure online gift.
Learn about recognition opportunities including engraved tiles, pavers, and bricks.
Download a list of our in-kind furniture and equipment needs

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The Urban League Center for Economic Development & Workforce Training was recognized earlier this year through the most prestigious and competitive capital challenge grant program in the nation. At the time, we needed to raise $650,000 in order to receive this $380,000 Kresge Foundation grant. The community has continued to show its support, and now less than $150,000 remains to be raised! We need your help not only to complete this move to maximize our impact, but to ensure adequate funding to enhance and expand our programs. Join us!

FOSTERING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

In remaining true to our mission, the Urban League has set a 22% goal for participation of women and disadvantaged business enterprises - among the highest ever for a development project in Madison. The latest figures show that we are exceeding this goal at nearly 30%.

Profiles of some of the women/DBE firms participating in our project:
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GREEN LEADERSHIP

The Urban League believes that we have a responsibility to sustainable development. In fact, we are pursuing a rigorous Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Certification.

2222 S. Park Street, Suite 200 · Madison, WI 53713 · ph 608.729.1200 · fax 608.729.1205