Columbia Urban League

Columbia Urban League The Columbia Urban League is a multi-service, non-profit agency that promotes financial stability and racial inclusion in our community.

The Columbia Urban League offers programs designed to provide economic empowerment and educational opportunities for t Mission: The mission of the Urban League movement is to enable African- American and other underserved communities to secure self-reliance, primarily in education, employment , and economic development.The Urban League is the nation's oldest and largest community-based movement de

voted to empowering African Americans and others to enter the economic and societal mainstream. The Urban League movement was founded in 1910. The National Urban League, headquartered in New York City spearheads our non-profit, non-partisan, community-based movement. The heart of the Urban League Movement is our professionally staffed Urban League affiliates in more than 100 cities in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our Strategy:
The Urban League employs a five point strategy, tailored to local needs, in order to implement the mission of our movement. Education and Youth Empowerment:
Ensuring that all of our children are well educated and prepared for economic self-reliance in the 21st century through college scholarships, early childhood literacy, Head Start and after care programs. Economic Empowerment:
Empowering all people in attaining economic self-sufficiency through job training, good jobs, home ownership, entrepreneurship and wealth accumulation. Health and Quality of Life Empowerment:
Working to build healthy and safe communities to eliminate health disparities through prevention, healthy eating, fitness, as well as ensuring access and complete access to affordable health care for all people. Civic Engagement and Leadership Empowerment:
Empowering all people to take an active role in determining the direction, quality of life, public policy and leadership in their communities by full participation as citizens and voters, as well as through active community service and leadership development. Civil Rights and Racial Justice Empowerment:
Promoting and ensuring our civil rights by actively working to eradicate all barriers to equal participation in the all aspects of American society, whether political, economic, social, educational or cultural.

Our 2026 College Internship Program Bank of America interns started their internship on Monday🌟We wish them good luck an...
06/10/2026

Our 2026 College Internship Program Bank of America interns started their internship on Monday🌟

We wish them good luck and success :)

Hey South Carolinians,You can vote for primaries today❗Voting locations are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.❤️
05/26/2026

Hey South Carolinians,

You can vote for primaries today❗
Voting locations are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.❤️

Summer jobs & college internship applications close next week! Visit our website at www.culsc.org to apply.
05/14/2026

Summer jobs & college internship applications close next week! Visit our website at www.culsc.org to apply.

We’re joined in studio today by the Columbia Urban League to talk about summer job opportunities for teens and how local youth can prepare for success this summer!

05/14/2026

Opportunity looks good on you.

CULYPSC is collecting new and gently used professional attire for the Opportunity Closet, a community clothing drive supporting high school students and local community members preparing for interviews, internships, workforce programs, career fairs, and future employment opportunities.

We are accepting donations from May 1 through June 5, 2026.

Drop -Off Location:Columbia Urban League1400 Barnwell StreetColumbia, SC 29201

Items needed include business professional clothing, dress shirts, blouses, slacks, skirts, blazers, dresses, ties, belts, professional shoes, handbags, briefcases, portfolios, new socks, undershirts, and unopened undergarments.

Together, we can help build confidence, promote dignity, and create access to opportunity for our community.

For questions or to support, email [email protected].

It’s officially Trick Williams Day🎉Shoutout to on earning the WWE United States Championship title! The SC House of Rep...
05/12/2026

It’s officially Trick Williams Day🎉

Shoutout to on earning the WWE United States Championship title!

The SC House of Representatives declared today as Trick Williams Day!

Mr. Trick Williams supported our Christmas Giving initiative last year😊

YOU CAN SMILE THIS BIG TOO✨Applications for our Pathways to Career Opportunities program are still open!Our summer jobs ...
05/07/2026

YOU CAN SMILE THIS BIG TOO✨

Applications for our Pathways to Career Opportunities program are still open!

Our summer jobs program offers PAID opportunities for youth ages 14-17.

Visit our website at www.culsc.org to apply! Applications will close on May 20.

05/06/2026

🚨 We’re seeking worksite partners! 🚨

CULYPSC is proud to support the Columbia Urban League’s 2026 Pathways to Career Opportunities (PCO) Program, and we need local businesses, agencies, and organizations to help create life-changing opportunities for youth in our community.

This program serves youth ages 14–17 by providing meaningful workplace experiences that build confidence, career exposure, and valuable job skills.

✅ Students are paid through the Columbia Urban League
✅ Student insurance is covered through the Columbia Urban League
✅ You do not have to handle payroll or insurance
✅ We simply need safe, structured, and engaging worksites

2026 Program Sessions:
📅 Class I: June 15 – June 26
📅 Class II: July 13 – July 24

Whether you can host one student or several, your support can make a real difference in helping young people prepare for their future.

📲 Link in bio to register for more information.

Please share with businesses, organizations, and community partners who may be interested in supporting this important program.

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We raised $4,470 during Midlands Gives💜.Thank you for being part of this year’s Giving Day, whether it was by donating o...
05/06/2026

We raised $4,470 during Midlands Gives💜.

Thank you for being part of this year’s Giving Day, whether it was by donating or by sharing posts!

Because of your generosity, the Columbia Urban League can continue expanding opportunities for young people in our community.

We are deeply grateful for your commitment to this work and for the role you play in making a lasting impact.

You can still support the Columbia Urban League’s mission to expand opportunities for young people in our community💜If y...
05/05/2026

You can still support the Columbia Urban League’s mission to expand opportunities for young people in our community💜

If you have not yet had the opportunity to give, we encourage you to do so today.

If you have already made a contribution, please accept our sincere thanks for your generosity and support.

Please share this effort with others who may be interested in making an impact.

This Midlands Gives day, support the Columbia Urban League’s mission to expand opportunities for young people in our com...
05/05/2026

This Midlands Gives day, support the Columbia Urban League’s mission to expand opportunities for young people in our community!

Your donation is an investment in summer job experiences, mentorship, career development, and youth development initiatives💜

Thank you for organizing this impactful effort!

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1400 Barnwell Street
Columbia, SC
29201

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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