Annual Fund Campaign and Equal Opportunity Day Dinner

For 57 years, the Columbia Urban League has promoted financial stability and racial inclusion within our community. Columbia Urban League strives to offer programs that provide economic empowerment and educational opportunities for those in need.

The Columbia Urban League’s signature fundraising event, used to highlight the importance of equal opportunity and race relations and recognition of trailblazing community members (individuals, public/private organizations) that have made unmeasurable contributions to our community.

As the Columbia Urban League celebrates 57 years of service, Business, civic and educational leaders gather at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center to celebrate the community impact.

The Annual fund Campaign and Equal Opportunity Day Dinner funds many of the Columbia Urban League’s youth and community service projects.

2023 Honorees

Whitney M. Young, Jr. Award

This award is being presented to Dr. Donaldson for his historical leadership and work in understanding South Carolina’s pivotal role in the national civil rights movement.

Ethel M. Bolden Community Service Award

This award is being presented to the Christian Christmas Club for their monetary donation to the Columbia Urban League for scholarships.

Stephen G. Morrison/Nelson Mullins Social Justice Award

This award is being presented to Gwendolyn for her advocacy and servant leadership in promoting social and economic equity, primarily for residents of 29203.

Virgil C. Summer Corporate Citizens Award presented by Dominion Energy

This award is being presented to Gwendolyn for her advocacy and servant leadership in promoting social and economic equity, primarily for the residents of 29203.

Anthony and Alice Hurley Award

This award is being presented to Lou for her philanthropic servant leadership in support of the Columbia Urban League and other community stakeholders.

President’s Award

This award us being presented to Representative Rutherford in recognition of his community-minded legislative leadership in providing resources for empowering disadvantaged and underserved communities.

2022 Honorees

Stephen G. Morrison/Nelson Mullins Social Justice Award

This award recognizes someone who has used his or her skills to promote social justice and equity for disadvantaged and underserved populations

Virgil C. Summers Corporate Citizen Award presented Dominion Energy

This award recognizes the exemplary achievement of an individual or business for promoting corporate social responsibilities.

Ethel M. Bolden Community Service Award

This Award recognizes a community advocate who has improved the quality of life for others.

This award recognizes a trailblazer for promoting civil rights and equal opportunities.

Anthony and Alice Hurley Award

This award recognizes the extraordinary acommplishments of a current or former board member.

President’s Award

This President’s Award recognizes individuals, groups, and/or organizations for their outstanding leadership and service in advancing the quality of life of others.