News
Akron Urban League welcomes new President & Chief Executive Officer
Aug 02, 2019
The Akron Urban League is excited to announce and welcome Teresa R. LeGrair as the new President & Chief Executive Officer. LeGrair will be the successor to Interim CEO Larry Chadwick. Waverly Partners...
Conservancy for Cuyahoga National Park is looking to hire.
Jul 01, 2019
Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a non-profit organization created to engage public support for Cuyahoga Valley National Park and provide services to enhance public use and enjoyment of the...
Akron Urban League selected to host The Akron MBAC through 2021
Jun 13, 2019
The Akron Urban League has been selected to continue as host for the Akron Region’s Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC). The Akron Region MBAC will offer services in the following counties: Ashland...
Billy and Rachel Taylor to Chair 94th Anniversary Gala
Jun 07, 2019
Billy and Rachel Taylor will be the Honorable Chairs of the Akron Urban League's 94th Anniversary Gala Celebration. This year's gala is a Roaring Twenties theme that will take place at the John S. Knight...
GAR FOUNDATION AWARDS MORE THAN $1.2 MILLION IN GRANTS TO AKRON ORGANIZATIONS
May 28, 2019
(Article from GAR foundation website. Full article can be viewed here)
GAR Foundation recently awarded more than $1.2 million to Akron organizations in the areas of education, economic and workforce...
Greater Summit Business Conference & Expo - Pitch Competition
May 22, 2019
On May 20, 2019, The 5th Annual Greater Summit Business Conference & Expo held their first ever Pitch Competition. 5 entrepreneurs participated in the contest sponsored by The Akron Urban League, Aultman,...