Urban Alliance

Employing Youth.

Inspiring Excellence.

Urban Alliance High School Applications are now available. Go to "For Youth - How to Apply" for more details!

Mission

Urban Alliance's mission is to prepare young adults from under-resourced neighborhoods in Washington, DC for the world of work and a life of self-sufficiency through education, mentoring, and meaningful paid internships.

United Way #8880

CFC #63692

What's New

Urban Alliance is proud to announce the inaugural Maignan-Wilkins Scholarship! This award opportunity is only for Urban Alliance interns. The scholarship celebrates young adults who seek higher learning and want to change the world by making a positive impact on themselves, others and society. It is made possible through a generous donation by Arden and Muriel Wilkins.

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The Taproot Foundation has chosen Urban Alliance as one of its recipients for a multi-month, pro bono messaging service award. Urban Alliance is proud to be a member of the first batch of recipients from Washington, DC to receive this prestigious service grant. Taproot will be providing a team of professionals who will work with Urban Alliance on honing our messaging to all of our stakeholders.

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Inspiring Excellence

Over 1000 youth employed to date.
99% on-time high school graduation rate for UA participants
88% of program graduates enroll in college
8 out of 10 youth significantly increase their mastery of critical job skills in less than a year
Only year-round, comprehensive employment program for youth in DC.

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Featured Job Partner

Urban Alliance would like to acknowledge News Corporation for their support of our program and their extraordinary work with their current intern, Simone! News Corps has been a jobsite for two years. The mentor, Evony Blake, and her colleagues go above and beyond to expose their intern to the professional world. Taking the time to explain procedures, provide challenging tasks, and even helping prepare Simone for an international trip are some of the things this group does every day to ensure a great experience for Simone. As Simone says, "News Corporation has opened up doors for me within my chosen career path in the entertainment industry. They have given me the opportunity to take my career to the next level. News Corporation has inspired, supported and helped to guide me in the right direction."

Urban Alliance is thankful for the recognition we have received from our community...

Selected Nonprofit

Featured Charity

Member Agency

"40 for a Better Future" Nonprofit