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The Chicago Urban League (CUL) works to achieve equity for Black families and communities through social and economic empowerment. CUL achieves its mission through programming in entrepreneurship, housing and financial empowerment, youth services, workforce development, leadership development, and research and policy. CUL has been a leader and convener in Chicago's black community for over 106 years with a staff of 50+ individuals.

Founded in 2008, The Encouraging Place creates environments of support and encouragement for women, families & the community. We do so through our summer camp for women, the creative arts ministry, the Pride for Parents Christmas Store and Safehouse (a safe place for conversations & forums for the purpose of racial understanding, equality and reconciliation).