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.
Join us for our 100th anniversary dinner celebration on September 12th, 2026!
CDF FREEDOM SCHOOL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Acceptance calls will begin on May 11th, 2026.
This summer CDF Freedom School is “Keeping it 100”! Join the Urban League’s most exciting FREE summer camp and get ready for 6 weeks of unbelievable experiences!
The Camp Nkiru Summer Leadership Academy IS BACK!! (Grades 9th -12th)
This free summer camp is designed to inspire and equip young people with the tools they need to excel academically and thrive personally. Camp Nkiru is a transformative experience that empowers youth to reach their full potential and grow into the leaders of tomorrow.
We invite students in grades 9th through 12th to join us on this empowering journey filled with academic enrichment, community service, leadership development, entrepreneurship, weekly field trips, and exploration. Together, we will spark positive change and build a brighter future for our communities.
Apply now and get ready for a summer of growth, learning, and leadership at Camp Nkiru!
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
Mind & Wellness Family Day
9 May 2026
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
Introduction to Medically Prescribed Formula Training
12 May 2026
2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Better Birth Outcomes – Comprehensive (BBO-C) & Navigation (BBO-N) Program
13 May 2026
2:00 pm-9:30 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
- 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 - Head Start and Early Head Start End-of-Year Celebration
Our Head Start and Early Head Start End-of-Year Celebration was nothing short of amazing! As we closed out a truly impactful program year, our entire team took a moment to reflect on the incredible progress, joy, and growth we witnessed in our classrooms each day. This year has been filled with positivity, meaningful experiences, and … Read more
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