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Statement from the Tacoma Urban League Board of Directors
The Tacoma Urban League Board of Directors is aware of recent community discussion and speculation regarding the organization and its leadership.
The Board takes any concern related to the integrity of our operations seriously. Consistent with our commitment to transparency and accountability, the Board has initiated a confidential, independent, legal third-party investigative review to ensure that all questions are addressed through the proper process. To protect the integrity of that review and respect all parties involved, we will not be commenting on specific details while it is underway other than to share that Ms. Wilkins Finch’s leave is unrelated to the Tacoma Urban League’s participation in public funding programs or the Community Reinvestment Program.
During her tenure, President and CEO Desiree Wilkins-Finch has been recognized for her leadership and dedication to the organization’s mission. The Board values her service and the impact of her leadership on the organization’s growth and visibility as this independent review process proceeds.
In the meantime, the Board is providing organizational oversight to ensure that all programs, partnerships, and services continue without interruption. The Tacoma Urban League remains fully operational and steadfast in advancing its mission to empower this community through economic opportunity, education, and advocacy.
We thank our partners, supporters, and community members for their continued trust as we move forward with integrity and unity of purpose.
The Tacoma Urban League Board of Directors
Thank you to everyone who came out to the grand reopening on Friday September 19th, 2025. We have photos online from the event for you to see.
The Tacoma Urban League was born out of the civil rights movement as a racial justice advocacy organization for African Americans and other people whom society has marginalized in the South Puget Sound. For more than 50 years, we’ve provided services, training, and advocacy to build social and economic equality. Thousands of people have passed through our doors and their lives have been positively shaped by the Tacoma Urban League.
Our 5 pillars of work
All our work is community-focused and community-led, including our programming. We offer people the information, and resources they need to realize their goals and dreams, in a safe, welcome space.
Our programs are focused on the foundations of a thriving community: Education, Economic Empowerment, Health, Housing, and Justice.
Black Business Directory
Our Black Empowerment Center makes finding Black-owned businesses easier than ever through our Black Business Directory. Search our directory and let us connect you with the services you need or become an individual, business, or corporate member for access to classes, events, discounts, and exclusive offers. Members have access to specialized training, grants, resources and networking events.
Buying Black helps our city thrive!
Search our Directory to find and support Black-owned businesses.
Become a member to list your business and access trainings, events, and more.
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Contribute to funding our services, training, and advocacy that build social and economic equality.