Urban League of Union County, Inc.

06/01/2026

There are certain annual traditions that become deeply meaningful to a community, and the Gentlemen’s Ball is absolutely one of them.

Each year, we look forward to celebrating the brilliance, growth, discipline, and promise of these young Black men as they prepare for the Urban League Guild of Union County Trenton Chapter's 43rd Annual Gentlemen’s Ball.

We invite you to join us for an evening of elegance, purpose, and celebration of these young men. Their future is bright and deserving of being seen.

05/29/2026

Early voting is happening right NOW in New Jersey. ‼️

If you’ve been meaning to vote but aren’t sure you’ll have time on Election Day, this is your opportunity to make your voice heard before June 2.

The 2026 Primary Election will help determine which candidates advance to the general election this fall. Depending on where you live, ballots may include races for U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Senate, county offices, municipal offices, and other local positions that directly impact our communities. We encourage every voter to review their sample ballot before heading to the polls.

👉🏾Early voting is available through Sunday, May 31, giving voters additional flexibility to cast their ballot before Election Day. New Jersey’s early voting system allows eligible voters to vote in person at designated locations throughout their county.

👉🏾Election Day is Tuesday, June 2.

The decisions made in local and primary elections influence schools, housing, transportation, public safety, economic development, and countless issues that affect our daily lives. Too often, these elections are decided by a small percentage of eligible voters.

Don’t assume someone else will decide the future of your community for you.

Make a plan. Vote early. Encourage your family and friends to do the same.

For voting locations, sample ballots, and voter information, visit the New Jersey Division of Elections at NJ.gov.

05/28/2026

Team Urban League of Union County was glad to be in the room attending yesterday’s sold-out Union County Means Business summit featuring keynote speaker, Margo Chaly, hosted by the Union County Board of County Commissioners.

It was a meaningful day centered around resilience, self-care, mindfulness practices, and creating intentional space for women across industries and backgrounds to connect with one another.

Amid busy schedules, deadlines, meetings, and the constant pace of everyday life, it was refreshing to pause and simply be in community. There’s something special about finally putting faces to names after years of supporting and engaging with people primarily online.

One of the most beautiful parts of the day was looking around the room and seeing such a diverse group of women represented. As New Jersey residents, moments like this are a reminder of why we are proud to call this state home. The room reflected the richness, brilliance, and diversity of what America truly looks like.

Thank you to the sponsors, organizers, speakers, volunteers, and planning team for creating such a thoughtful and welcoming experience. We’re already looking forward to celebrating Year 13 next year!

05/27/2026

We are incredibly appreciative of everyone who came out to our 2026 Annual Meeting yesterday evening!

Moments like these are always a reminder that community work cannot happen in isolation. It takes partnership, collaboration, conversation, and people who genuinely care about the future of Union County and beyond.

Be on the lookout for recaps, photos, highlights, and more moments from the evening soon.

But in true Urban League fashion, the work continues.

Our team is already back in preparation mode as we get ready to host tomorrow’s Reentry Symposium at Kean University, and this is NOT a drill: we are officially down to just FIVE tickets remaining on our registration website.

If you care about returning citizens, want to better understand the barriers many face upon reentering society, are curious about the process, or want to participate in the simulation experience firsthand, we strongly encourage you to register ASAP before capacity is reached.

A special thank you to Kean University for serving as our venue partner not once, but twice this week.

We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/union-county-task-force-reentry

05/26/2026

This is a BIG week for the Urban League of Union County.

Tonight, we will host our ULUCNJ 82nd Annual Meeting, which serves as an opportunity to provide updates to our board, members, partners, and the broader community about the work we’ve accomplished throughout the past year across Union County. In many ways, it serves as a report card on the impact, progress, and service we’ve delivered as an organization.

Then on Thursday, we will host From Release to Reality: A Reentry Simulation and Community Forum, one of our signature events. The symposium will feature speakers and a full simulation experience that gives participants a deeper understanding of what it can feel like to return home after incarceration as a returning citizen. It is an opportunity for meaningful conversation around reentry, barriers, advocacy, and the support systems that are critically needed within our communities.

Whether you are able to attend or not, we encourage you to share this information with your networks so more people are aware of the work taking place throughout our organization.

We are doing impactful work, and it is only possible because of the support, collaboration, and commitment of our community.

We look forward to seeing you tonight and again on Thursday. ✊🏿❤️🖤

05/22/2026

It wouldn’t be May without the ULUCNJ 82nd Annual Meeting.

We are excited to gather for our 2026 Annual Meeting at our longtime venue partner, Kean University STEM Building, as we reflect on a year of impact, service, advocacy, and community across Union County.

And we really want people to understand this:
You do NOT have to already be a member to attend.

This meeting is open to the public. Whether you are a longtime supporter, community partner, student, volunteer, donor, advocate, or simply someone curious about the work we do, we encourage you to come.

From housing and workforce development to education, reentry support, economic empowerment, advocacy, and beyond, this is a chance to learn more about the many ways ULUC continues working to empower communities and change lives.

Now more than ever, we need more people willing to get involved, stay informed, and join us in this ongoing fight for equity and opportunity.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Kean University — STEM Building
1075 Morris Ave., Union, NJ 07083

Free and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be available.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/82nd-annual-meeting

05/20/2026

The Urban League of Union County was proud to partner with the North Jersey Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, during their May Week programming, including the impactful Day of Resilience held in Plainfield.

Established in 1920, May Week is a national program of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. created to emphasize the importance of higher education in the community, particularly for Black women. Each year, this week-long observance celebrates academic excellence, professional achievement, and community service, values that continue to strengthen and uplift our communities more than a century later.

Thank you to the North Jersey Alumnae Chapter for allowing us to be part of such a meaningful initiative and for continuing to create spaces rooted in empowerment, resilience, and opportunity!

Be on the lookout for future programs and community initiatives from both the North Jersey Alumnae Chapter and the Urban League of Union County as we continue working together to serve our communities with purpose and impact.

05/18/2026

Please spread the word!

Union County’s Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8 ) will open its waiting list and will be accepting 500 applications beginning Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. through the Union County Section 8 website.

Applications must be submitted online only. Residents are encouraged to review eligibility requirements and application details in advance.

For full information and to apply on Friday, May 22, visit: https://ucnj.org/housing-choice-voucher/.

05/13/2026

Still renting? Not sure if you qualify to buy a home? You are not alone.

For many people, homeownership feels overwhelming because nobody ever explained the process clearly. Credit scores. Debt. Savings. Mortgage approvals. It can feel like a lot.

That’s exactly why the Urban League of Union County and TD Bank are hosting Ready for the Keys? Credit & Financial Blueprint to Homeownership , a FREE community workshop built to help you better understand what it really takes to prepare for homeownership.

You’ll learn:
• How to build or improve your credit
• What lenders are looking for
• How to structure your finances
• Mistakes that can delay the buying process

You’ll also hear directly from financial and mortgage professionals who can help answer your questions in real time.

Saturday, May 16, 2026
11 AM – 2 PM
1139 East Jersey St., Suite 515
Elizabeth, NJ

Light refreshments will be served.

Reserve your spot today: readyforthekeys.eventbrite.com

05/12/2026

We’re proud to share that our President & CEO of Urban League of Union County, Crystal Orr, will be featured as a guest on the Empowerment Hour Radio Show hosted by the The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, Inc. today at 5:00 PM.

Crystal will join Mayor Derek Armstead and guest host Tammy Hollaway for a conversation focused on community empowerment, housing initiatives, financial literacy, and the collective work required to strengthen opportunity across New Jersey communities.

As organizations and leaders continue navigating evolving economic realities, access to housing stability, financial education, and community-centered resources remains critically important. Conversations like these help elevate both the challenges and the solutions shaping our region.

We encourage our partners, supporters, and community members to tune in live online from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM at WCHR AM Radio or listen on 1040 AM.

We’re excited for the opportunity to further spotlight the work and impact happening across Union County and beyond.