ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY DAY DINNER

55th Annual Fund Campaign and Equal Opportunity Day Dinner

Promoting Minority Economic Development through Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity
Tuesday, November 8, 2022

For over 50 years, the Columbia Urban League has promoted financial stability and racial inclusion within our community. CULSC 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 55 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.

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About the Speaker

2021 Annual Report

2022 Honorees

Mrs. Helen Nelson Grant, J.D., Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, Richland School District Two

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

Mr. Mike Hartel, Senior Vice President & Market Manager Alpha Media Communications

Virgil C. Summers Corporate Citizen Award presented by Dominion Energy
This award recognizes the exemplary achievement of an individual or business for promoting corporate social responsibility.

Dr. Lesley Wilson-James, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy, Lenoir-Rhyne University

Ethel M. Bolden Community Service Award
This award recognizes a community advocate who has improved the quality of life for others.

Ms. Leah Moody, J.D., Attorney, 16th Judicial Circuit University of South Carolina Board of Trustees

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

Mr. Dave Solano, Vice President & General Manager Enterprise Holdings

Anthony and Alice Hurley Award
This award recognizes the extraordinary accomplishments of a current or former board member.

Mr. Charles Waddell, Special Assistant to the Athletics Director, University of South Carolina

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