Established 1991 · Charleston, SC
Our Mission & History in Charleston, SC
The Charleston Area Urban League is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, interracial organization dedicated to eliminating racism and its effects within our community
WHO WE ARE
Mission & History
The mission of the Charleston Area Urban League is to promote diversity and inclusion while delivering multifaceted programs that support African Americans and other underserved populations. We work to ensure access to opportunities that advance social and economic equality, and to enable Black people and other marginalized communities to achieve economic self-reliance, parity, power, full civil rights, and equal treatment under the law.
OUR HISTORY
More Than Three Decades Serving Charleston
The Charleston Area Urban League was established to confront racial inequities and expand opportunity for historically underserved communities. Rooted in a legacy of advocacy and service, the Charleston Area Urban League has worked to address systemic barriers through education, workforce development, community engagement, equal access to housing, building assets and generational wealth.
Over time, the organization has grown into a trusted leader in advancing equity, building partnerships, and creating pathways for economic empowerment.
Today, the Charleston Area Urban League continues its commitment to fostering inclusion and strengthening the community by helping individuals and families achieve stability, opportunity, and long-term success.