Empowering Communities. Changing Lives.
We serve over 25,000 people each year.
Our life changing work in urban communities includes job training, computer literacy, economic development, health, and youth initiatives.
The Movement
Established in 1926, the Springfield Urban League Inc. is a human service corporation and direct service organization that serves over 25,000 people each year in urban communities through job training, computer literacy, economic development, health, and youth initiatives.
Upcoming Events
Mock Interviews
23 September 2026
4:30 pm-5:30 pm
Success Stories
24 September 2026
4:30 pm-5:30 pm
Heartland Bank Financial Literacy Workshop
28 September 2026
4:30 pm-5:30 pm
Our Impact
The collective economic impact of the programs and operations of the National Urban League and the Urban League Movement is $1.2 billion per year. Over the past decade, the National Urban League Movement has served more than 22 million individuals in key program areas.
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children & families served
14,833
volunteer hours
1,470
volunteers
Recent News
- Babyface performs live at the Springfield Urban League’s 100th Anniversary Celebration
The wait was over, the Springfield Urban League’s 100th Anniversary Celebration became a night to remember. On September 12, 2026, more than 1,000 guests gathered at the Bank of Springfield Center to celebrate a century of service, impact, and community with an unforgettable evening featuring 13-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface. The celebration … Read more - 2026 G.B. Winston Scholarship Now Open
The 2026 G.B. Winston Scholarship IS NOW OPEN! Are you ready to take the next step toward your future? The Springfield Urban League’s 2026 G.B. Winston Scholarship is now accepting applications! We’re proud to invest in students like YOU who lead, serve, and strive for excellence. Whether you’re headed to a college, university, trade, or … Read more - Springfield Urban League Named 2025 Best Local Non-Profit
The Springfield Urban League is proud to announce that it has once again been recognized in the 2025 Illinois Times “Best of Springfield” Awards. This year, the organization received two first-place honors: Best Local Non-Profit and Best Day Care Center for its Head Start and Early Head Start programs. These awards are a reflection of … Read more
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