Advancing Economic Opportunity. Strengthening Communities.
Building a More Equitable Chattanooga.
Empowering individuals, strengthening families, and expanding opportunity across Chattanooga.
11,000+
Individuals Served Each Year
Through workforce development, education, and
economic empowerment programs.
Our Empowerment Centers
We deliver our work through three strategic centers designed to expand opportunity and strengthen communities across Chattanooga.
CENTER FOR
EQUITY & INCLUSIVE
LEADERSHIP
Advancing equity through education, community engagement, and leadership development.
SIGNATURE FOCUS:
Equity Education · Inclusive Leadership · Community Engagement · Systems Change
CENTER FOR
ECONOMICS &
BUSINESS SUCCESS
Supporting minority-owned businesses through training, mentorship, and access to capital.
SIGNATURE FOCUS:
Business Acceleration · Capital Access · Supplier Diversity · Business Coaching
CENTER FOR
EDUCATION & FAMILY EMPOWERMENT
Helping individuals and families build stability through education, workforce, and support services.
SIGNATURE FOCUS:
Academic Achievement · Career Readiness · Financial Stability · Family Empowerment
Creating Pathways to Opportunity
W H O W E S E R V E
We work with individuals, families, and businesses across Chattanooga to create pathways to opportunity and long-term success.
Individuals
& Families
Support services that strengthen stability and opportunity
Entrepreneurs &
Small Businesses
Resources and guidance to start and grow successful businesses
Youth
& Students
Programs that build leadership, achievement, and academic success
Community
Leaders
Leadership development and civic engagement opportunities
ULGC Minority Business Hub
Join a centralized platform designed to help minority-owned businesses grow, connect, and access new opportunities.
What You’ll Gain
Access a Knowledge Bank
Get helpful information and advice for growing your business
Connect with TA Providers & Lenders
Find support services and funding opportunities
Stay Up to Date
Discover events and supplier opportunities
Get Listed in the Business Directory
Increase your visibility and connect with new customers
Be Part of the Movement
G E T I N V O L V E D
There are many ways to support the mission and make a direct impact in the community.
Join the Movement
Connect with others and support meaningful change.
Volunteer
Give your time and support programs that matter.
Support Our Work
Help advance opportunity through partnership and giving.
Become a Member
Stay engaged and invest in the mission.
Working Together for Greater Impact
We collaborate with organizations and institutions that share our commitment
to advancing opportunity and strengthening communities.
G E T I N V O L V E D
Building a Stronger Chattanooga
TOGETHER
For more than four decades locally, the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga has worked to expand opportunity and create lasting impact. Join us as we continue building a more equitable future.