Greater Sacramento Urban League

Golden1 Credit Union - World of Credit
2024-01-18 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Join Golden1 Credit Union for World of Credit, you will learn about credit bureaus and credit scoring as well as how to improve your credit score. Find out how to dispute credit report inaccuracies and deal with identity theft and fraud.

Sacramento Mayoral Candidates Forum hosted by Sac Kids First
2024-01-27 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hiram Johnson High School, 6879 14th Avenue, Sacramento, CA, 95820, United States
Join us on Jan 27th, 10am-12pm at Hiram Johnson HS Auditorium for the Sacramento Mayoral Candidates Forum presented by Sac Kids First.
In March 2024, Sacramento voters will get to vote in the primary election for the next Mayor of our City. We want to know, are these candidates FOR KIDS or are THEY KIDDING?
You don’t want to miss this! Register now for one of our most anticipated events of the year!
DOORS OPEN @ 9:45am
EVENT BEGINS @ 10:00am
What to expect:

All candidates have been contacted: CONFIRMED TO DATE: Dr. Flojaune “Flo” Cofer, Kevin McCarty, Steve Hansen, Dr. Richard Pan, Jose Antonio Avina II, Julius M. Engel
Refreshments and small snacks will be provided ahead of the event start time
A ceremonial opening performed by Native youth
Information and updates about the Sacramento Children’s Fund + how to stay involved
Youth and young adult speakers
The opportunity to submit questions for the Community Q&A
& so much more!

If you have any questions please contact :
Monica Ruelas Mares, Sac Kids First Coordinator
monica@youth-forward.org
(916) 320-5220
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Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition – North Sacramento
2024-01-25 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | It’s My Hair Salon, 3830 Northgate Blvd #100, Sacramento, 95834, United States
Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition is a monthly meet-up for Black women to unite and discuss their everyday challenges, successes, and life experiences. We invite Black women to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals.
North Sacramento meet-ups are held every fourth Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at It’s My Hair Salon (3830 Northgate Blvd #100, Sacramento, CA 95834).
Dates include:

January 25, 2024
February 22, 2024
March 28, 2024
April 25, 2024
May 23, 2024
June 27, 2024
August 22, 2024
September 26, 2024
October 25, 2024

For questions, contact info@gsul.org

Job Talk
2024-01-25 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Greater Sacramento Urban League, SETA, and SacramentoWorks present Job Talk. Job Talk is a monthly workshop series for individuals seeking employment. Each month GSUL invites an employer to discuss their current employment opportunities and share insights regarding their hiring procedures and application process.
This is your opportunity to speak with recruiters and get hired! Job Talk is held every fourth Thursday of the month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
Dates include:

January 25, 2024
February 22, 2024
March 28, 2024
April 25, 2024
May 23, 2024
June 27, 2024
July 25, 2024
August 22, 2024
September 26, 2024
October 24, 2024

Questions? Call us at 916-286-8623
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Golden1 Credit Union - Retirement Planning Basics
2024-01-24 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Retirement is something most people look forward to buy may not have planned well in advance for. Join Golden1 Credit Union for Retirement Planning Basics, you will learn how to harness the power of time, optimize investments to reach their long-term goals, and understand how the economy and taxes can impact their retirement dollars.

Golden1 Credit Union - College Financing 101
2024-01-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Whether you’re a student planning for the future or a parent navigating the financial landscape, this workshop is the key to navigating and understanding the college financing process. Join Golden1 Credit Union for College Financing 101, you will explore strategies to reduce college expenses, delve into various educational saving accounts, and discuss steps to securing financial aid.

Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition – South Sacramento
2024-01-18 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | DreamGirls Hair Salon, 9090 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, 95624, United States
Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition is a monthly meet-up for Black women to unite and discuss their everyday challenges, successes, and life experiences. We invite Black women to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals.
South Sacramento meet-ups are held every third Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at DreamGirls Hair Salon (9090 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624).
Dates include:

January 18, 2024
February 15, 2024
March 21, 2024
April 18, 2024
May 16, 2024
June 20, 2024
August 15, 2024
September 19, 2024
October 18, 2024

For questions, contact info@gsul.org

Community Health Clinic
2026-01-21 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Greater Sacramento Urban League hosts a free monthly Community Health Clinic every 3rd Wednesday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at GSUL’s Empowerment Center in Del Paso Heights.
Local health providers offer health screenings as well as educational materials and resources. No appointment is needed, drop in to receive services.
For questions, contact us at info@gsul.org or 916-286-8600.

Golden1 Credit Union Banking Basics
2024-01-16 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
One of the first steps in effectively managing your finances is learning how to master your bank accounts. Join Golden1 Credit Union for Banking Basics, a free community workshop, designed to help you learn how to manage your bank accounts, improve your finances, and more. In this workshop, we will discuss the differences between banks and credit unions, provide an overview of savings and checking accounts, and explore the fundamentals of online and mobile banking.
For more information, contact: Daniela Alvarado at financialwellness@golden1.com.

North Sacramento/Del Paso Heights MLK March
2024-01-15 08:30 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grant Union High School, 1400 Grand Ave, Sacramento, CA, 95838, United States
The North Sacramento/Del Paso Heights Martin Luther King Jr. March will be held at Grant Union High School on Monday, January 15th at 10:00 am.
A short program will take place prior to the march. Immediately following the march, a Resource and Business Fair will be available, bringing together various community resources to provide for the North Sacramento/Del Paso Heights community members.

Assemble: 8:30am – 9:00am
Program: 9:00am – 10:00am
March: 10:00am – 12:30pm

RT will assist with bus to follow route.
Signage will be displayed for individuals to line up to start March.

Resource Fair (Main Gym): 12:30pm – 3:00pm

MLK 365: 42nd Annual March for the Dream
2024-01-15 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sacramento City College, 3835 Freeport Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95822, United States
The March for the Dream will officially begin in the Sacramento City College parking lot, between the college and Hughes Stadium. In an abundance of caution, we are encouraging everyone to mask up and dress for cool weather.
Arrive by 8:00 a.m.
Program Begins at 8:30 a.m.
March Departs at 9:15 a.m.
For More Information

Golden1 Credit Union - Becoming a Homeowner
2024-01-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Homeownership starts well before the contracts are signed – preparation is one of the keys to a smooth home-buying process. Join Golden1 Credit Union for Becoming a Homeowner, where you will learn about all major pre-purchase topics such as budgeting, the down payment, credit reports, debt-to-income ratios, and the mortgage lending process.

Keys to HomeOwnership
2024-01-12 08:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-08 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Keys to HomeOwnership is a live 8-hour homebuyer’s education course, offered via Zoom (link will be sent prior to the class). This course provides home-buying insight for home-buyers, who need to complete an 8-hour Homebuyer Education and Counseling Course. Greater Sacramento Urban League staff will walk you through the steps of purchasing a home including budgeting for a home, credit checks, the lending process, homeowners insurance, closing costs, and much more. Upon completion of the class, participants will be provided a homebuyer’s education certificate.

NOTE: If you are completing this course as a requirement for a downpayment assistance program, please double-check with your lender to make sure this course is accepted for your specific loan requirements.
Questions? Contact us at housing@gsul.org or 916-286-8651.
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Cut to the Chase: New Year Celebration
2024-01-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Let’s kick off the new year together. Join us for a joint session to discuss setting your 2024 mental and physical health goals. Food and drinks will be provided. This is an intentional space created for Black men. Cut to the Chase is a program that seeks to address and reduce the stigma surrounding Black men and therapy, as well as provide culturally specific mental health resources and support that is uniquely tailored for men of color.
For questions, contact rcobb@gsul.org or 916-286-8646.

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Golden1 Credit Union - Building a Better Budget
2024-01-10 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Everyone wants control over their financial lives, but how do we get it? In one word: budget. It’s the most powerful weapon to get a more secure future. Join Golden1 Credit Union for Building a Better Budget designed to help you identify your short – and long-term goals and learn how to design realistic spending and saving plans to reach those objectives, including options for getting out of debt (and staying there).

Golden1 Credit Union - 10 Steps to Financial Success
2024-01-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
We all measure financial success differently, but all paths to get there require discipline and goals. Join Golden1 Credit Union for 10 Steps to Financial Steps, a free community workshop designed to teach you ways to financial control – including developing a spending plan, creating objectives, weighing insurance needs, and other tools that will help get on the road to personal financial success.

Jingle Mingle
2023-12-16 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Youth & Families Center, 2331 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95817, United States
Greater Sacramento Urban League is hosting a Drive Thru Holiday Toy Giveaway on Saturday, December 16th at GSUL Youth & Families Center. Registration is a must and only one submission per household is allowed. so secure your spot now to receive gifts for your family. This event will prioritize families in the following zip codes: 95817, 95818, 95815.

For questions or more information, contact 916-287-9045.

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Cut to the Chase - North Sacramento
2023-06-08 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Five Starr Fades, 1332 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95825, United States
Cut to the Chase is a monthly meet-up for Black men to gather and discuss the everyday challenges and issues they face. We invite men to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals. Cut to the Chase is a program that seeks to address and reduce the stigma surrounding Black men and therapy, as well as provide culturally specific mental health resources and support that is uniquely tailored for men of color.
North Sacramento meet-ups are held every second Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Five Starr Fades (1332 Del Paso Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95825).
Dates include:

June 8, 2023
July 13, 2023
August 10, 2023
September 14, 2023
October 12, 2023
November 9, 2023
December 14, 2023

For questions, contact rcob@gsul.org or 916-286-8646.

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Cut to the Chase – South Sacramento
2023-06-01 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Tapers Barber Shop, 3310 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95817
Cut to the Chase is a monthly meet-up for Black men to gather and discuss the everyday challenges and issues they face. We invite men to join us for encouragement, counseling and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals. Cut to the Chase is a program that seeks to address and reduce the stigma surrounding Black men and therapy, as well as provide culturally specific mental health resources and support that is uniquely tailored for men of color.
South Sacramento meet-ups are held every first Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Tapers Barber Shop (3310 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817).
Dates include:

June 1, 2023
July 6, 2023
August 3, 2023
September 7, 2023
October 5, 2023
November 2, 2023
December 7, 2023

For questions, contact rcob@gsul.org or 916-286-8646.
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City of Sacramento Information Session
2023-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Join us and the City of Sacramento for an information session on current job offerings. Positions are open for Part-time and Full-time for job candidates between the ages 16 and 30.
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Trunk or Treat
2023-10-31 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | fruitridge collaborative, 4625 44th street, Sacramento, CA, 95820, United States
What are your plans for Halloween? Join us on Tuesday, October 31st from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Fruitridge Collaborative. There will be candy, games, and food. Admission is FREE and don’t forget to wear your costumes!

Job Talk
2023-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Greater Sacramento Urban League, SETA, and SacramentoWorks present Job Talk. Job Talk is a monthly workshop series for individuals seeking employment. Each month GSUL invites an employer to discuss their current employment opportunities and share insights regarding their hiring procedures and application process.
This is your opportunity to speak with recruiters and get hired! Job Talk is held every fourth Thursday of the month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
Dates include:

May 25, 2023
June 22, 2023
July 27, 2023
August 24, 2023
September 28, 2023
October 26, 2023

Questions? Call us at 916-286-8623
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Evening of Empowerment Awards Gala
2023-10-13 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hyatt Regency Sacramento, 1209 L St, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
The Evening of Empowerment Awards Gala marks the return of our black-tie event and celebrates GSUL’s 55th anniversary. To attend or sponsor the event, see the options below. For questions and more information, contact sponsorships@gsul.org.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Presenting Diamond Sponsor — $55,000

Podium speaking opportunity and recognition from the podium
Exclusive “Presented by” status on invitations
Brand recognition on social media channels, select marketing materials prior to the event and on GSUL website
Full page color ad on an inside or back cover of event program
Prominent slideshow recognition at event
(3) Premier Tables for 10
(10) VIP Reception Tickets

Platinum Sponsor — $30,000

Award presentation and recognition from the podium
Sponsorship acknowledgement on invitations
Brand recognition on social media channels, select marketing materials prior to the event and on GSUL website
Full page color ad in event program
Prominent slideshow recognition at event
(2) Premier Tables for 10
(8) VIP Reception Tickets

Gold Sponsor — $20,000

Recognition from the podium
Brand recognition on social media channels, select marketing materials prior to the event and on GSUL website
1/2 page color ad in event program
Slideshow recognition at event
(1) Premier Table for 10
(6) VIP Reception Tickets

Silver Sponsor — $15,000

Recognition from the podium
Brand recognition on social media channels, select marketing materials prior to the event and on GSUL website
1/4 page color ad in event program
Slideshow recognition at event
(1) Table for 10
(6) VIP Reception Tickets

Bronze Sponsor — $10,000

Recognition from the podium
Brand recognition on social media channels and select marketing materials prior to the event
1/4 page ad in event program
Slideshow recognition at event
(1) Table for 10
(4) VIP Reception Tickets

Empowerment Sponsor — $5,500

Brand recognition on social media channels and select marketing materials prior to the event
Slideshow recognition at event
(1) Table for 10
(2) VIP Reception Tickets

Table Sponsor — $3,000

Logo in event program
Slideshow recognition at event
(1) Table for 10

CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

Individual Ticket — $300
Includes one individual ticket to the gala at an unsponsored table.
Individual Ticket + VIP Reception — $400
Includes one individual ticket to the gala at an unsponsored table, plus a ticket to the VIP reception.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE
