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Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-Grants Program Information Session

Monday, September 14, 12:00pm-1:00pm CT https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8507566186302074896 Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and the City of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish recognize the challenges that local businesses are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the short-term financial needs of microenterprises and small businesses, the Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-grants Program offers one-time, micro-grants of $2,500 to eligible entities that have been impacted by COVID-19. Recipients may use these funds for rent, utilities, inventory, accounts payable, fixed costs, employee wages and benefits. During this session, potential applicants will learn more about the program’s eligibility requirements and the application process. This program is activated by the CARES Act through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program with an additional infusion of funding from Investar Bank. This program is being administered by the Urban League of Louisiana.

Commercial Energy Efficiency

Learn about careers helping commercial buildings to be ‘smarter’ and green. Sign Up at: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEocOGrqj8iHNBCaYwmRM_wDOSdfV5y-NAo For more information: https://urbanleaguela.org/green-tech-2020/

Solar Energy

From installers to electricians and consultants, learn about solar careers. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvfu-prDoiGNwtc4M2ESeThcZ8X7aL3cKc For more information: https://urbanleaguela.org/green-tech-2020/

Boss Moves 101: Entrepreneur Panel

f you’re thinking about starting a business or side hustle, you definitely want to attend! Join us in hearing from Propeller entrepreneurs Taylor Moore, owner of Grey Bird Baking Co. and Charles Aponza, owner of Bright Horizon Construction Inc. on September 17 at 6pm ! This is Boss Moves 101 ! Register at: ypbossmoves101.eventbrite.com 

Young Professionals HBCU Voter Rally

In celebration of National Black Voter Week of Action, the National Urban League Young Professionals will host an HBCU Virtual Vote Rally. While students have been the heartbeat of many civil rights and progressive movements, they oftentimes are an underrepresented voting segment in local and national elections. YP will be focused on helping to reverse this trend by empowering young voters to turn out to vote! NULYP will host an HBCU Voter Rally to register voters and educate students on the safest ways to vote during the COVID-19 pandemic! Tune in for music, fun and an opportunity to hear from student activists from our nation's leading HBCUs. It’s time to turn up and turn out the vote in our schools, cities, states and nation...let’s get ready to #TurnUpTurnOutTheVote! Tune in for music, fun and an opportunity to hear from student activists from our nation's leading HBCUs. RSVP at:  https://hopin.to/events/hbcu-virtual-vote-rally

Residential Energy Efficiency

Learn about careers which keep our homes using less energy. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUudeisqzsjEtdJdE3RrQdCXH1q76c_xqhh For more information: https://urbanleaguela.org/green-tech-2020/

Wind Energy

Find out about career options in this growing renewable-energy industry. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJctcu6hrj8tG9Uaa9I1WnO_OODUgNlbiPmW For more information: https://urbanleaguela.org/green-tech-2020/  

Women In Business Challenge: Scale Up! 2020

The Urban League of Louisiana is proud to announce the virtual activation of its 2020 Women in Business Challenge: Scale Up! sponsored by Iberia Bank and AARP Louisiana. The WIB Challenge provides female entrepreneurs with the education, tools, and resources needed to scale their businesses towards profitability and sustainability. During the event, program finalists will pitch their “Scale Up! Plan of Action” for a chance to win $10,000 in funding support. The Women in Business Challenge will be held on Friday, September 25, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm, online. This event was previously scheduled to take place in March 2020. In response to COVID-19 safety precautions, the Urban League of Louisiana has decided to host this annual event virtually. DATE:  Friday, September 25, 2020 TIME:  11:00 am to 12:30 pm REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yyhurt9v

Virtual Career & Resource Expo

The Urban League of Louisiana – Office of Workforce Development will be hosting a Virtual Career & Resource Expo on September 30, 2020. This year you may attend from the comfort and safety of your home! The career fair will feature premier employers that represent an array of industries. Questions? Call 504-324-4444 or 225-831-1501 https://urbanleaguela.org/career-fair/

Our Kids, Their Future

An in-depth virtual conversation with Community Leaders surrounding better health outcomes for future generations. Text "Future" to 225-424-7097 to register!

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2020 Urban League of Louisiana Virtual Annual Gala

As we continue to follow the guidance of our officials and prioritize the health and safety of our communities, the Urban League of Louisiana has re-imagined our annual Gala as a live-virtual experience. In our continuing promise to pivot and not pause, we forge ahead during these unprecedented times to serve the communities who need us the most. We invite you to join us in the virtual celebration of the Urban League’s Annual Gala, one of the largest and most recognizable fundraisers in New Orleans, on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2020. This unique live-virtual experience will feature live music, inspiring programming and a wealth of entertainment, all in support of our 80 plus year legacy of empowering communities and changing lives. Urban League's programs focus on early childhood education, college and career readiness, workforce and economic development, educational leadership, parent engagement initiatives, policy, advocacy and social justice. Sponsorship opportunities: https://urbanleaguela.org/2020-gala-sponsor-page/ Purchase tickets and table: https://urbanleaguela.org/2020-gala-tickets/ View the sponsorship guide: https://urbanleaguela.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2020_Gala_Sponsorship_Prospectus.pdf