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Causes: Civil Rights, Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, Community & Neighborhood Development, Economic Development, Human Services, Urban League
Mission: The mission of the urban league of rochester, ny is to enable african-americans, latinos, the poor, and other disadvantaged individuals to secure economic self-reliance, parity and power, and civil rights ensuring that our children are well educated and equipped for economic self-reliance in the 21st century, helping adults attain economic self-sufficiency through good jobs, home ownership, entrepreneurship and wealth accumulation, and ensuring our civil rights by eradicating all barriers to equal participation in the economic and social mainstream america.
Programs: Disability programs - devoted to providing support and counseling to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. 353 individuals served.
youth development - devoted to educating youth for college, work, and life by providing academic and social development activities, support services, and economic assistance for continued education. 3,211 individuals served.
employment and training - devoted to providing opportunities to young adults for vocational and academic skill enhancement, high school equivalency preparation, leadership development, and teamwork. 323 individuals served.