Urban League of Westchester County

The Urban League of Westchester County is a historic civil rights and community development organization dedicated to enabling African Americans and other underserved communities to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights. Established in 1918, the affiliate has served as a vital cornerstone of advocacy, educational advancement, and workforce empowerment across Westchester County for more than a century.

The agency provides comprehensive direct services designed to close racial equity gaps and build generational wealth. Its workforce development initiatives deliver vocational job readiness training, digital literacy instruction, career counseling, and job placement assistance connecting job seekers with family-sustaining employment opportunities. In entrepreneurship, the organization fosters an ecosystem of support for Black-owned businesses, offering technical assistance, business development workshops, and connections to commercial capital.

Youth education and civic engagement are central priorities for the affiliate. The organization offers academic tutoring, college preparation coaching, and STEAM enrichment programs that ensure young people are prepared for higher education and future careers. Staff also coordinate community relief drives and civic education forums that encourage active participation in democratic processes. Westchester residents can access programs by contacting the White Plains headquarters or enrolling online. Community members and corporate partners can get involved by mentoring youth, supporting business initiatives, or making tax-deductible financial donations.