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This page serves as a digital media archive for the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle. Here you’ll find mentions of ULMS across local media, official agency statements and op-eds, as well as video highlights from ULMS events, programs, and activities. If you have any questions related to the content on this page, please feel free to send a message to apugh@urbanleague.org.
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Street Beat 120 featuring Garrett Johnson of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle
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Garrett Johnson of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle previews the upcoming Black Earth Day on Saturday, April 18th, 2026. Street Beat airs live periodically on Rainier Avenue Radio featuring political, cultural, and music interviews hosted by station manager Tony B.
Trust Isn’t Given, It’s Built: Why Strong Communities Are Sustained by More Than Good Intentions
By James Bush, Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice President For nearly 30 years, I’ve had the privilege of living, working, and building relationships in SouthSeattle. I’ve watched neighborhoods change, families put down roots, businesses open their doors, young people grow into leaders, and longtime
Trust Isn’t Given, It’s Built: Why Strong Communities Are Sustained by More Than Good Intentions
Black Earth Day Gains King County Recognition. What It Means for the South End.
Seattle Urban League Partners with Amazon to Build Affordable Homes
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The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle has partnered with Amazon’s Housing Equity Fund to develop affordable housing units that will be ready to move into in less than 2 years! Amazon’s Housing Equity Fund has created 8,000+ homes across the Puget Sound since 2021.
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Ten Years Of Purpose: Thank You, Seattle
By Michelle Merriweather, President/CEO, Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle Ten years ago, today, I said yes to Seattle. I said yes
Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle Guild Honors Five Trailblazing Women
Original Article by Aaron Allen, The Seattle Medium This weekend, the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle Guild, held its inaugural
Taraji P. Henson to Keynote Urban League 23rd Annual Breakfast
SEATTLE (September 4, 2024) – The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) will host its highly anticipated ‘23rd Annual Breakfast:
Seattle Urban League to Host 3rd Annual Summer Resource Fair
The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) has announced the agency’s annual Summer Resource Fair will return for its third year on Sunday, August 18 from 11a.m. to 3p.m. at Garfield high school.
ULMS Statement on Garfield High School Shooting
The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) is devastated to learn about yesterday’s horrific shooting at Garfield High School that
RARE and Urban League Expand the Connections Program Through Strategic Partnership
Roosevelt Alumni for Racial Equity (RARE) and Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) have joined forces to expand the Connections
Seattle Storm and Starbucks partner to uplift the community and champion equity in hometown
SEATTLE — The Seattle Storm today announced it has brewed a purpose-led, community-driven partnership with Starbucks, making the premier roaster and
Leading with heart and vision, Michelle Merriweather uplifts Seattle community
(Original article and interview by Rolling Out) Michelle Y. Merriweather’s journey from volunteer to President of the Urban League of
Seattle Urban League Announces Josalyn P. Ford as New Chief Advancement Officer
SEATTLE (March 26, 2024) – The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) has announced the selection and appointment of Josalyn
KRAKEN THEME NIGHT: BLACK HOCKEY HISTORY NIGHT
Seattle, WA – The NHL’s newest team, Seattle Kraken, faced one of the original six teams, the Boston Bruins on Monday night at Climate
Urban League Of Metropolitan Seattle Acquires Prime Property For Affordable Housing And Future Headquarters
By Aneesa Grant, The Seattle Medium On Mon., The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to
Capitol Hill EcoDistrict joins Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle
Seattle, WA (September 21, 2023) – At the end of September, a beloved sustainability- and equity-focused community program will find
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