Urban League of Louisiana

QuickBooks Online, Session 2: Everyday Transactions & Financial Reports
2021-01-13 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
Please register for “QuickBooks Online, Session 2: Everyday Transactions & Financial Reports” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8284441195509015824.
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. The start of the New Year brings a new opportunity to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way. Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation for this special series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. At the close of the series, participants attending all 3 sessions will receive 6 hours of customized, one-on-one QuickBooks Online training and maintenance support from a Financial Advisor.
This program is sponsored by the United Way Worldwide and BET COVID-19 Relief Effort.
During this session, participants will learn how to process transactions QuickBooks Online. As a business owner, this is imperative in understanding your sales and expenses, and managing your cash flow. Participants will learn how to customize invoices, create sales receipts, receive and pay money. For those that sell products, this session will also cover how to use QuickBooks Online to track inventory and sales taxes.
This special session will be facilitated by Lori Jackson, Owner of MSC Financial Services. Lori is a Financial Educator and Coach who helps empower individuals through financial literacy to reach their fullest potential.
There is no cost to attend this informational webinar, however, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8284441195509015824.

QuickBooks Online, Session 1: Set Up Your Account the Right Way
2021-01-12 18:00 - 20:30
Please register for “QuickBooks Online, Session 1: Set Up Your Account the Right Way” by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7152171817806408461.
As a business owner, having your financials in order is the most important step to running your business effectively and profitability. The start of the New Year brings a new opportunity to get your accounting system and processes set up the right way. Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation for this special series to learn the foundations for setting up QuickBooks online, managing everyday transactions and financial reports, and the key concepts and tasks that you must know for ongoing maintenance. At the close of the series, participants attending all 3 sessions will receive 6 hours of customized, one-on-one QuickBooks Online training and maintenance support from a Financial Advisor.
This program is sponsored by the United Way Worldwide and BET COVID-19 Relief Effort.
During this session, learn how to get started with QuickBooks Online and receive guidance on the entire setup process. Participants will learn how to how to add your business information, which accounting method to use, how to setup and pull data in from your bank, and so much more! This is a foundational course that will help you establish a solid baseline for your accounting system.
This special session will be facilitated by Lori Jackson, Owner of MSC Financial Services. Lori is a Financial Educator and Coach who helps empower individuals through financial literacy to reach their fullest potential.
There is no cost to attend this informational webinar, however, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7152171817806408461.

December Face Mask Giveaway (Baton Rouge)
2020-12-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Dr. Martin Lither King Jr. Community Center, 4000 Gus Young Ave, Baton Rouge, LA, 70802, United States
The Urban League of Louisiana is helping the community mask up to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and follow the Governor’s mandate.

December Face Mask Giveaway (New Orleans)
2020-12-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States

Election Day Volunteer Opportunity
2020-12-05 10:00 - 16:00
For the important runoff election on December 5th, join the Urban League of Louisiana in getting out on the streets to encourage voters to get to the polls! We will be out at key intersections across New Orleans with lots of energy andnew non-partisan signs, showing our support for voters.
Volunteers will need to have their own transportation to and from the various location where we will be set up. After you sign up, we will share more details about locations and logistics.
Sign up at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/363621/

Postmark Deadline for Mail in Ballot
2020-12-04 08:00 - 16:30
The postmark deadline for a registrar of voters to receive a voted mail ballot is Dec. 4 by 4:30 p.m. (other than military and overseas voters).

Deadline to Request Absentee Ballot
2020-12-01 08:00 - 16:30
The deadline to request an absentee by mail ballot is Dec. 1 by 4:30 p.m. You can request an absentee by mail ballot online through our Voter Portal or in writing through your Registrar of Voters Office (other than military and overseas voters).

Runoff Election Phone Bank
2020-11-30 15:30 - 2020-12-01 19:30
The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting a voter mobilization phone bank as a part of its Wake Up Geaux Vote initiative, a non-partisan, statewide voter education and mobilization effort. Join us in reminding residents across Louisiana to vote in the runoff election!
By signing up for November 30th and/or December 1, you will have access to the phone bank between the hours of 3:30-7:30 p.m. You do not need to select a specific time.
If you have participated in any of our phone banks before, you will not need to attend a virtual phone bank training. If this will be your first time, we will be provided a training in advance of the phone bank.
The Urban League will provide the virtual phone bank platform, a call list, and a script. The platform easily tracks responses and outcomes for the calls and uses an anonymous phone number to protect the volunteers’ privacy.
Sign up at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/363466/

Sign Up, Stay Informed, & Win A $100 Gift Card
2020-11-30 - 2020-12-31
The Urban League is initiating their Policy and Social Justice campaign and if you sign up for updates and alerts, you can win $100!
Sign up now here for critical updates about strategies and initiatives that secure parity and civil rights.

Early Runoff Voting
2020-11-20 08:30 - 2020-11-28 18:00
Early voting is Nov. 20-28 from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (excluding Sunday, Nov. 22, Thursday, Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving) and Friday, Nov. 27 (Acadian Day); early voting is advanced one day because of the holidays).

Face Mask Giveaway
2020-11-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States

Deadline to Register to Vote for Runoff
2020-11-14

Veterans Virtual Career & Resource Expo
2020-11-11 09:00 - 13:00
ULLA’s Office of Workforce Development is hosting a Veterans Virtual Career & Resource Expo on Wednesday, November 11th to connect military veteran job seekers to job openings in essential industries.

This year you may attend from the comfort and safety of your home. The virtual career fair will feature premier employers that represent an array of industries such as Administrative, Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, Management, Technology and Transportation.

Register here.

Small Business Entrepreneurship Summit
2020-11-10 12:30 - 17:30
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing many businesses to adapt as quickly as possible to a new normal. Understanding this challenge, the National Urban League is partnering with leaders across a diverse set of industries to provide guidance on how to retool, rebuild, and rebrand in a COVID-19 world.
Featured will be our own Klassi Duncan, Vice President of our Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation!
Register at: https://nationalurbanleague.salsalabs.org/small-business-entrepreneurship-summit-ng/index.html
For the virtual networking cocktail hour, you must have a Zoom to attend. You can register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMldu2srj4tEtwMrQYjTIZcJCE7OJkWMwfO

Veterans Small Business Resources Summit
2020-11-06 10:00 - 12:00
The Urban League of Louisiana is pleased to host its 2020 Veterans Small Business Resources Summit in celebration of veterans entrepreneurship, and as an extension of National Veterans Small Business Week (November 2-6). This year’s event will take place on Friday, November 6, 10:00am-12:00pm, and will be hosted online.

During this event, we will shine a light on veteran’s entrepreneurship across the state of Louisiana by sharing the many resources that are available to veterans and their spouses to start and grow their businesses. This year’s event is sponsored by AARP Louisiana, and hosted in association with the Small Business Administration, Louisiana District Office, the Veterans Business Outreach Center – Mississippi State University, and Louisiana Economic Development.
The Urban League of Louisiana is proud to announce Joey Strickland, Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, as our special guest speaker.
Joey Strickland was appointed Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs by Governor John Bel Edwards on Jan. 13, 2016. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing five Veterans Homes, four State Veterans Cemeteries, the department’s Parish Service Offices, the Administrative, Contact Assistance, and Claims Divisions, the Military Family Assistance Fund, the Veterans Honor Medal Program, and a myriad of outreach initiatives for Veterans Service Organizations, our homeless, incarcerated, and women Veterans.
Other speakers include:

Troy Broussard, Associate State Director-Advocacy & Outreach, AARP-Louisiana
Mark Scott, Director, Veterans Business Outreach Center, Mississippi State University
Jo Ann Lawrence, Deputy District Director, SBA Louisiana District Office – SBA Programs
Stephanie Hartman, Director, Small Business Services, Louisiana Economic Development, Louisiana Veterans First Initiative
Christina Dayries, Assistant Deputy Director, Grants and Administration, Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
Colleen Broussard-Perry, Procurement Counselor, Louisiana Procurement Technical Assistance Center, University of Louisiana at Lafayette

There is no cost to attend this event, however registration is required. Veterans, their spouses, and the general public are welcomed to attend.
Register here.

Lake Charles Bus to the Polls
2020-11-03 10:00 - 19:00
The Urban League of Louisiana has activated its Wake Up Geaux Vote campaign, a statewide, non-partisan voter education and mobilization initiative, and will take to the streets of Lake Charles on Election Day to bus residents to the polls for free.
Urban League of Louisiana is offering the free bus rides from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on November 3rd, and will pick up residents at the three following locations in the order listed:
First Stop
Old Triplett’s Parking Lot
2118 Moeling St.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Second Stop
New Covenant Faith Baptist Church
2233 12th St.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Third Stop
Prien Lake Mall Parking Lot (behind JCPenny)
NE Corner; W. Hale and Ernest St.,
Lake Charles, LA 70601
The bus will then drop off residents at the following two polling locations:
Eastwood United Pentecostal
2501 Opelousas St.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Lake Charles Civic Center
900 N Lakeshore Dr.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
The bus will leave from the Old Triplett’s Parking Lot at the top of every hour, visit each pick-up location, drop off at the polls and return to Tripplett’s at every hour on the hour. To abide by safety and social distancing protocols, a maximum of 30-40 people are allowed on the bus at a time. Participating residents are encouraged to remain flexible if utilizing the free bus service to ensure the safety of others. All bus passengers are required to wear facemasks.
“The Urban League of Louisiana has a rich history of engaging residents around voter registration and voting on Election Day,” said Judy Reese Morse, President & CEO of the Urban League of Louisiana. “Lake Charles residents have endured extraordinary hardships this year, so we are excited to remove one obstacle for them to ensure their voices are heard.”
For more information on the Wake Up Geaux Vote Louisiana initiative and to learn about critical information about the upcoming election, visit urbanleaguela.org/vote.

ELECTION DAY!
2020-11-03
Q: I am registered, but I’m not sure where my polling location is.
A: Some polling locations may change due to the pandemic. Find your polling location at https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/Home/VoterLogin
Q: I can’t wait to vote, but I’m not sure what will be on the ballot. Can I see it ahead of time so that I can be prepared?
A: Yes! You can view your sample ballot for your precinct at https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/Home/VoterLogin
Q: I know we’re voting for the next President in November, but what else are we voting for?
A: The November 3, 2020 presidential election is a statewide federal election for president, but it also includes congressional, state, and local office races, propositions, and seven constitutional amendments. Be sure you know what’s on your ballot at https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/Home/VoterLogin

Urban League Wake Up Geaux Vote Phone Bank
2020-11-02 16:00 - 20:00
The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting a voter mobilization phone bank as a part of its Wake Up Geaux Vote initiative, a non-partisan, statewide voter education and mobilization effort. Join us in reminding residents across Louisiana to vote on election day! Register at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/334980/
Please select the hours that you are able to phone bank between 4pm and 8pm on November 2nd.
Virtual phone bank trainings will be provided in advance of the phone bank, and the Urban League will provide the virtual phone bank platform, a call list, and a script. The platform easily tracks responses and outcomes for the calls and uses an anonymous phone number to protect the volunteers’ privacy. Training is available. Register for a training session at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/335773/

Deadline to request a mail-in (absentee) ballot
2020-10-30
Applications can be sent to the registrar of voters by mail, fax, hand delivery, or electronically through the secretary of state’s website at GeauxVote.com by October 30th.
Online Application: You may request an absentee by mail ballot by logging in to the Louisiana Voter Portal and following these steps:

Click the “Search By Voter” button.
Type in your First Name, Last Name and Zip Code or Birth Month and Year and then click the “Submit” button;
Click the “Request Absentee Ballot” link found under the Quick Links heading; and
Complete requested information and submit.

Need help?

View: Video for Completing Absentee by Mail Ballot

Urban League Early Voting Phone Bank
2020-10-20 16:00 - 20:00
The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting an early voting phone bank as a part of its Wake Up Geaux Vote initiative, a non-partisan, statewide voter education and mobilization effort. Join us in making sure residents across Louisiana know they can vote early! Register at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/334802/
Please select the hours that you are able to phone bank between 4pm and 8pm on October 20th.
Virtual phone bank trainings will be provided in advance of the phone bank, and the Urban League will provide the virtual phone bank platform, a call list, and a script. The platform easily tracks responses and outcomes for the calls and uses an anonymous phone number to protect the volunteers’ privacy. Early vote phone bank training is available. You can register for a training at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/334897/

Free Mask Giveaway (Baton Rouge)
2020-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Charles Kelly Center, 3535 Riley St., Baton Rouge, LA, 70805, United States

Free Mask Giveaway (New Orleans)
2020-10-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Urban League of Louisiana HQ, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, 70119, United States

#LRM-Local Races Matter: A Louisiana Down Ballot Forum
2020-10-15 17:00 - 19:00
The Urban League of Louisiana has activated its Wake Up Geaux Vote campaign and is hosting four 2020 Voter Empowerment Forums on statewide local races and racial equity in education in New Orleans.
Most people are aware that we will be voting for the next President of the United States on November 3, but just as important are the down-ballot races – those that will impact local policies that affect you, your family, and your future directly. This will be a lively conversation featuring experts from across the state who will be discussing key races statewide, the seven statewide amendments, and will look at the responsibilities of different elected positions.
Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IfC30JW7S6uwwEFNv8SUYQ

Deadline to Register to Vote
2020-10-13
Register to vote at https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/VoterRegistration.

Urban League Voter Registration Phone Bank
2020-10-12 16:00 - 20:00
The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting a voter registration phone bank as a part of its Wake Up Geaux Vote initiative, a non-partisan, statewide voter education and mobilization effort. Join us in making sure residents across Louisiana are registered to vote! Register at https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/334670/
Please select the hours that you are able to phone bank between 4pm and 8pm on October 12th.
Virtual phone bank trainings will be provided in advance of the phone bank, and the Urban League will provide the virtual phone bank platform, a call list, and a script. The platform easily tracks responses and outcomes for the calls and uses an anonymous phone number to protect the volunteers’ privacy. Sign up for a training after you sign up to phone bank: https://www.mobilize.us/urbanleaguela/event/334823/

OPSB Candidate Forum on Educational Equity: Districts 6 & 7
2020-10-08 17:00 - 19:00
The Urban League of Louisiana has activated its Wake Up Geaux Vote campaign and is hosting four 2020 Voter Empowerment Forums on statewide local races and racial equity in education in New Orleans.
Residents of New Orleans will be voting on candidates for Orleans Parish School Board this November. The Urban League of Louisiana recently released the second edition of Advancing Educational Equity In New Orleans Public Schools which tracks inequities and illustrates the urgent need to center racial equity in our education systems. In this three part forum, candidates from each Orleans Parish School District will be invited to share their position on racial equity and their plans for addressing the specific inequities documented in the report, if elected to serve.
Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3663990967733389071

OPSB Candidate Forum on Educational Equity: Districts 3, 4, & 5
2020-10-07 17:00 - 19:00
The Urban League of Louisiana has activated its Wake Up Geaux Vote campaign and is hosting four 2020 Voter Empowerment Forums on statewide local races and racial equity in education in New Orleans.
Residents of New Orleans will be voting on candidates for Orleans Parish School Board this November. The Urban League of Louisiana recently released the second edition of Advancing Educational Equity In New Orleans Public Schools which tracks inequities and illustrates the urgent need to center racial equity in our education systems. In this three part forum, candidates from each Orleans Parish School District will be invited to share their position on racial equity and their plans for addressing the specific inequities documented in the report, if elected to serve.
Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6601750797220636431

OPSB Candidate Forum on Educational Equity: Districts 1 & 2
2020-10-06 17:00 - 19:00
The Urban League of Louisiana has activated its Wake Up Geaux Vote campaign and is hosting four 2020 Voter Empowerment Forums on statewide local races and racial equity in education in New Orleans.

Night One: Districts 1 & 2 Residents of New Orleans will be voting on candidates for Orleans Parish School Board this November. The Urban League of Louisiana recently released the second edition of Advancing Educational Equity In New Orleans Public Schools which tracks inequities and illustrates the urgent need to center racial equity in our education systems. In this three part forum, candidates from each Orleans Parish School District will be invited to share their position on racial equity and their plans for addressing the specific inequities documented in the report, if elected to serve.

Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6611869602730995727

DEADLINE TO BE COUNTED IN THE CENSUS!
2020-10-05
The Census will directly impact our communities every day for the next ten years – it determines the allocation of nearly 7 Billion dollars a year for federal programs that serve children, communities, and families, and it determines our congressional districts and number of representatives, directly impacting our power and access to fair representation. Fill out your census at my2020census.gov!

2020 Urban League of Louisiana Virtual Annual Gala
2020-10-03 18:00 - 21:00
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
