ABOUT Momentum
MOVE. BUILD. BELONG.

Momentum is the kind of newsletter that lives with the movement. Since its inception in 1917, The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia (ULGP) has worked alongside communities to close equality gaps and expand opportunity. We've created this newsletter as a way to bring you inside of the work and with us on the journey as we move, build and dismantle systems of injustice so that all people belong. There are many legs and arms of this movement, and you are part of what makes us who we are. So wherever you are in the movement, Member, Community, Partner, Donor; Momentum is here to inspire, uplift, inform, and make space for what matters to us and the communities we are part of. Our mission is to help Black Americans and other historically underserved people achieve true social parity, economic self-reliance, power, and civil rights. Momentum is here to document and capture stories, initiatives and the work being done to achieve our mission. 

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Join us as we Move, Build and make sure that everyone Belongs! 

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Move. We make progress easier by connecting people to jobs, training, coaching, health resources, and small-business support.
Build. We turn information into power, covering credit, budgeting, homeownership, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement, which will continue to grow.
Belong. We stand together, members, partners, and neighbors, to create a community where opportunity is the norm, not the exception.

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Here’s what you will get every month:

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Each month will center around a theme that is directly connected to community empowerment, our programming and rooted in the mission and purpose of ULGP. We will highlight current and upcoming programming, Urban League news (local & national), advocacy and health resources and policy updates, member and client spotlights and success stories, and upcoming events, forums, webinars and ways to engage with us through volunteer opportunities, sponsorship needs and opportunities and giving opportunities and impact. Subscribe to make sure you don't miss an issue. If you miss a month, you can always come back here to catch up!

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Why subscribe?

Momentum builds on itself. One email can turn your “I don’t know where to start” into “I have a plan.” Share it with a friend, family member, coworker, or young person who is ready for their next step. The more we move, the more we build, and the stronger our community is. Let’s make progress the default. If you’ve been searching for a way to stay connected to community and opportunity and useful resources, you've come to the right place. 

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P.S. Do you have a story, job lead, event, or resource you'd like us to share? Reply and let us know how the Urban League has impacted you. Share what opportunities are available for those seeking family sustain employment. Share an event that would connect community members in a positive way.  Momentum is a team effort. Let's Go!