Dear Friend,

Sixty-one years after the Civil Rights Act of 1964 changed the trajectory of our nation, we face a stark reality:

Our rights are being stripped away.

Diversity programs—gutted. Equity funding—slashed. Justice—denied.

People of color are being denied the health, housing, employment, education, and justice equity necessary to thrive. These aren't just statistics—they're lived realities for millions of Americans.

One of those Americans was Oluwatoyin Pyne. She dreamed of providing on-the-go healthy foods to promote wellness in her community through her small business, Power Foods. But as a Black-owned female business, she faced significant obstacles, particularly in accessing financing.

That's where your support made the difference.

Through the Greater Washington Urban League's Entrepreneurship Center, Oluwatoyin received the skills, mentorship, and monetary grant she needed. "The Urban League helped me keep the faith," she shared.
 

Friend, as we face the challenges of 2025 and beyond, we know that together we will endure. But we need your renewed commitment.

Today, we ask for your help in two crucial ways:

1. Confirm your donor information so we can keep you updated on our fight for equity
2. Share what gives you hope and strength to endure in this fight. Your personal source of resilience may inspire others in our community.

Would you also consider renewing your support with a gift today? Every dollar empowers us to lobby, litigate, protest, and provide direct services to those who need it most.

This is an all-in moment for our D3 rallying cry: Defend Democracy. Demand Diversity. Defeat Poverty. Together, we will build on our 115 years of success as a leading civil rights organization and movement.

How dare they try to erase us? We will rise up. And we will fight!

With determination and gratitude,

Marc H. Morial

President and Chief Executive Officer

P.S. Your voice matters—confirm your information and share your source of strength today. Let's not stop until equity is not just a goal, but a reality for all.

P.P.S. Looking for other ways to make an impact? You can also join our fight for equity by texting NULGIVE to 41444, designating a gift through your donor-advised fund, or exploring our other giving options at WWW.NUL.ORG/OTHER-WAYS-TO-GIVE.