Sponsor the 23rd Annual Whitney M. Young Empowerment Luncheon
- Devon Brady
- Oct 18
- 3 min read
Date & Time: Friday, December 12, 2025, 11:30 AM
Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Center City
Theme: Boots on the Ground: Cultural Socialization & Economic Mobility
Be part of the most energizing equity event in Greater Philadelphia. The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia (ULGP) is gathering changemakers, business leaders, public officials, and community voices to talk about what moves families forward—from culture and community to real jobs, real homes, and real wealth.
Sponsors make this mission possible. Your support powers year-round work that helps Black Americans and other historically underserved people gain education, jobs, housing, capital, health access, and civic power across 10 counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.
What “Boots on the Ground” Means
Cultural socialization is how families and neighborhoods pass on identity, values, and networks. When those roots are honored—and backed by opportunity—economic mobility grows. At the Luncheon, we’ll connect the dots between culture, policy, and practice:
Education & Skills: From youth programs to digital literacy and workforce training.
Housing & Wealth: Counseling, homeownership pathways, and small business support.
Health & Safety: Access to care and trauma‑informed services that keep families stable.
Civic Power: Voting, advocacy, and community leadership that turn voices into policy.
This is an action conversation—not talk for talk’s sake. Expect practical examples, local stories, and clear pathways for partners to plug in.
Why Sponsor This Luncheon
Direct Community Impact: Your investment funds programs that open doors to family wage sustaining jobs, secure pathways to homeownership, entrepreneurship support and mentorship, and health equity—right here at home.
Regional Reach: ULGP now serves 10 counties, scaling what works where people live and work.
Brand Alignment: Join a trusted, equity‑driven institution with a century‑long legacy and a modern, data‑informed strategy.
Visibility & Access: Sponsorship includes premium recognition, event seating, and relationship‑building with business, government, and grassroots leaders.
Our Mission: To help Black Americans and other historically underserved people achieve true social parity, economic self-reliance, power, and civil rights. We advance economic empowerment through youth education and job training, housing and community development, workforce development and reentry, entrepreneurship, health equity, and quality of life initiatives.
Who Will Be in the Room
Corporate and philanthropic leaders committed to inclusive growth
Community organizations, educators, and health partners
Entrepreneurs and workforce partners building equitable pipelines
Elected officials and policy influencers focused on mobility and access
Your sponsorship places your organization among solution‑makers shaping the future of Greater Philadelphia.
What Your Support Powers Year‑Round
A complete continuum of services—from youth programs and workforce training to housing, entrepreneurship, health, and civic power.
Partnerships across 10 counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey that meet people where they live and work.
Data‑informed, community‑led solutions that scale what works and close gaps in access, income, and opportunity.
Giving Moment: Join from the Room—or from Anywhere
During the Luncheon, we’ll host a brief Giving Moment—a focused call to invest in the dynamic work we do at ULGP. If you can’t attend, you can still participate in the Giving Moment online and you can still become an event sponsor. Details for the giving moment will be shared ahead of December 12, 2025. Join our mailing list to ensure you don't miss it!
Sponsor Packages at a Glance
ULGP offers tiers from Community Partner to Presenting Sponsor, with benefits such as:
Premier logo placement and stage recognition
Reserved tables and VIP seating
Speaking or honoree introduction opportunities (select tiers)
Digital, print, and media recognition before, during, and after the event
Employee engagement and volunteer activations with ULGP programs
Ready to lead?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Whitney M. Young Empowerment Luncheon?
ULGP’s signature gathering for conversation and action on equity, named for a civil rights leader who believed in pairing protest with policy and plans that change lives.
How will my company be recognized?Each tier includes brand visibility and access. See the sponsor page for full benefits and deadlines.
Are sponsorships tax‑deductible?
Sponsorships may be tax‑deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor.
Call to Action
This is where mission meets momentum. Put your brand’s values to work and help families across our region move from surviving to thriving. Can’t be there in person? You can still take part in the Giving Moment and sponsor the event.
Become a Sponsor → For custom partnerships, contact our Director of Development, Becky Waldron at bwaldron@urbanleaguephila.org.
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