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Accelerator program director aims to ‘unapologetically’ elevate Madison’s Black businesses
Nichole Crust, gBETA Urban League director, “I love that in this role I can unapologetically support Black-owned businesses,” Crust says.

Ascendium Provided $250,000 Grant to Expand ULGM Career Academies
Ascendium announced a $250,000 grant that will help expand and enhance career academies in high demand fields such as CDL drivers, solar installers, and more.

HNGnews.com: McFarland Middle School students earn Outstanding Young Person award
Madeline Westberg | HGNnews.com: Seven students from McFarland’s Indian Mound Middle School were recently honored by the Urban League for their academic work and community-mindedness.

CUNA Mutual Group’s Foundation Doubles Down on Its Commitment to Equity
Close to 30 organizations including the Urban League of Greater Madison and the Center for Black Excellence and Culture among organizations to receive investment dollars.

Exact Sciences Commits $500,000 to Urban League Black Business Hub
Exact Sciences announced the company is committing $500,000 to support construction of the Black Business Hub . Will also lease space in the building to connect with job seekers and community organizations.