Nonprofit

urban university

Oakland, CA

  • About Us

    urban university is an award-winning nonprofit dedicated to improving the socio-economic status of individuals living in poverty by providing employability training, coaching, and employment opportunities. We currently operate two social enterprises in Grand/Lake Business District. We hire single mothers to work in our stores, where they acquire skills in retail operations, customer service, and professional development.

    urban university is an award-winning nonprofit dedicated to improving the socio-economic status of individuals living in poverty by providing employability training, coaching, and employment opportunities. We currently operate two social enterprises in Grand/Lake Business District. We hire single mothers to work in our stores, where they acquire skills in retail operations, customer service, and professional development.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Children & Youth
    • Community Development
    • Economic Development
    • Education
    • Volunteering

    Location

    • 3241 Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610, United States
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