Transformational Gift from Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott will Allow Houston Area Urban League to Dramatically Expand and Enhance Empowerment
The Houston Area Urban League today announced a transformational gift that will allow the organization to dramatically expand and enhance the reach of its empowerment programs. Philanthropist and author MacKenzie Scott has donated $4.2 Million, the largest single contribution in the Houston Area Urban League’s 54-year history! Click here to view the complete article.
Houston Area Urban League receives its largest single donation ever from MacKenzie Scott
The Houston organization is one of 25 Urban League affiliates that received similar donations from Scott. Click here to view the full article.
13 Investigates racial disparities among Harris County homeowners
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- As Ruby Samuels stands in the front yard of her Houston home, she's quick to point out it's not actually hers. She doesn't own it, and despite living in the U.S. for 21 years, she's faced one challenge after another as she works toward homeownership. Click here to view the full article.
‘I feel like I can breathe’ Third Ward resident gets rent paid with help of city councilwoman
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Even though the start of the Atlantic hurricane season is just three weeks away, many families in Houston are still rebuilding their lives after February's winter storm. That includes one woman in the Third Ward. Shannon Sublett lives paycheck to paycheck, and that means she is always one disaster away from… Continue reading ‘I feel like I can breathe’ Third Ward resident gets rent paid with help of city councilwoman
Stronger Houston: Bridging the Unemployment Gap for People of Color
HOUSTON – Meka Diamond lost her job as a part-time executive assistant when the insurance company she worked for shut down one year ago at the beginning of the pandemic. She’s been looking for a steady paycheck ever since. Click here to view full article.
From Rental Relief to Food Assistance, How You Can Get Help in Houston and Surrounding Areas
Many people in our communities continue to struggle amid the COVID-19 pandemic. And on top of that, our neighbors are still looking for help as they recover from the historic winter storm. Click here to view the complete article.