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GWUL Recruiting for Senior Program Manager (Housing)

Jan 24, 2012

The incumbent will be a part of a team tasked with carrying out the Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP). HPAP provides down payment assistance to low and moderate-income first time homebuyers in the form of a second trust. HPAP is funded by the DC Department of Housing and Community Development. Read more »

Urgent Notice!: Food Program Continues at GWUL Through September 30, 2012

Sep 30, 2011

The Greater Washington Urban League is pleased to announce the extension of the Commodity Supplemental Food Program through September 30, 2012. All service centers are open and dates and times remain the same. Read more »

GWUL On The Radio

Aug 3, 2011

Tune into GWUL's On Track radio program every week on WPGC FM 95.5, Sundays at 6 a.m. and on Big Talker 1580 AM , Sundays at 7 a.m. Get information about League programs and services and topics prodding discussion in the larger community.

Loan Scam Alert - Beware

Jul 8, 2011

This year an estimated 4 million households will face foreclosure, and many will want to reduce their mortgage payments or otherwise keep their home. However, scam operations continue to multiply and find new ways to take advantage of our people. Read more »

Enhancements to Home Purchase Assistance Program

Dec 29, 2010

Depending on the neighborhood in which you are seeking to buy, you may get up to $77,000 for down payment and closing costs. Read more »

Emergency Assistance with Water Bills

Oct 27, 2008

In partnership with DC Water, GWUL is administering a program to assist needy and eligible families to pay their water bill during times of critical need. The S.P.L.A.S.H. Program (Serving People by Lending A Supporting Hand) is funded solely by contributions from the community businesses as well as thoughtful DC Water customers. Read more »

GWUL On Track Radio Program on WPGC Radio

Oct 27, 2007

Tune in to On Track, our weekly public affairs radio show that airs on WPGC FM 95.5 on Sundays at 6 am and on Big Talker 1580 AM on Sundays at 7 and 7:30 am. Listen up.

Thursday Network (GWUL Young Professionals) and Areva Present Clean Energy Forum and Networking Event on Monday, January 23

Jan 20, 2012

What does our energy future look like? What jobs will be created in the clean and nuclear energy sector in upcoming years? Read more »

Thursday Network 2012 Annual Blanket and Toiletry Drive, Monday January 16

Jan 13, 2012

Every year during the holiday season, GWUL's Thursday Network (young professionals auxiliary) collects new or gently used blankets and toiletries for the homeless community of Washington, DC. Read more »