Urban League of Palm Beach County

Address

1700 North Australian Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

(561) 833-1461

http://www.ulpbc.org/

AKA:

ULPBC

Description:

The mission of the Urban League movement is to assist African Americans and other Minorities in achievement of social and economic equality. The fundamental objective of the Urban League is to enable those who are striving toward the mainstream to achieve economic self-reliance and to enjoy their rights as equal citizens under the law.

Hours:

Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

September 19, 2024

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

1700 North Australian Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Mailing

1700 N Australian Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Contacts

Patrick Franklin

Primary Contact

President/CEO

frankln@ulpbc.org

Amarae Blyden-Richards

Housing Manager

(561) 718-2114

ablydenr@ulpbc.org

Antoinette McGrath

Housing Counselor

(561) 833-1461 x3030

http://www.facebook.com/UrbanLeaguePalmBeachCounty/

Jean Belzer Louis

Director of Housing

(561) 833-1461 x3034

jlouis@ulpbc.org

Marie Sanches

Vice President of Youth & Community Empowerment

(561) 833-1461 x3018

msanches@ulpbc.org

Tomas Evangelista

Senior Director of Community Development & Health

(561) 833-1461 x3025

tevangelista@ulpbc.org

Phone Numbers

MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County

(561) 833-1461

Fax

(561) 833-6050

Tamarind Office

(561) 265-3318

Accessibility:

Wheelchair accessible

Description

Provides financial education, access to resources, guidance and support, all of which are critical to equip families with self-confidence, even with limited income and resources, needed to make transformational advances toward financial stability. Focuses on three key areas: 1. Employment and Career Development; 2. Income and Supports; 3. Financial Coaching. Financial education seeks to help families earn more, keep more, build assets and move up the economic ladder.

Hours

Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

Required Documents

Contact by phone.

Eligibility

18 years or older; employed or under-employed, have willingness to improve financial situation.

Fees

No fees charged.

Intake Procedure

Contact Antoinette McGrath, Housing Counselor 561-833-1461 ext. 3030 for appointment and orientation.

Languages

English, Spanish.

Service Area

Palm Beach County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Florida
    • Palm Beach County

    Contact

    Name:
    Patrick Franklin
    Title:
    President/CEO

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    561-833-1461
    Type:
    Service Phone
    Name:
    MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
    Number:
    561-265-3318
    Type:
    Service Phone
    Name:
    Tamarind Office
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-2360.2000) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    ULPBC provides food to Palm Beach County residents every Friday.

    Hours

    Friday / 10-11:30 am

    Required Documents

    Florida ID cards, report cards, birth certificates, social security cards.

    Eligibility

    Individuals in need of food; have run out of food stamps.

    Fees

    No fees charged.

    Intake Procedure

    Provides food once per month or once every other month depending on their situation.

    Languages

    English and Spanish.

    Service Area

    Palm Beach County

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Florida
      • Palm Beach County
        • Atlantis
        • Boynton Beach
        • Cloud Lake
        • Glen Ridge
        • Green Acres
        • Haverhill
        • Hypoluxo
        • Lake Clarke Shores
        • Lake Park
        • Lake Worth
        • Lantana
        • Manalapan
        • Mangonia Park
        • Palm Beach
        • Palm Beach Shores
        • Palm Springs
        • Riviera Beach
        • West Palm Beach

    Contact

    Name:
    Tomas Evangelista
    Title:
    Senior Director of Community Development & Health
    Phone:
    561-833-1461 x3025
    Email:
    tevangelista@ulpbc.org

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    561-833-1461
    Name:
    MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BD-1800.2000) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    ULPBC provides virtual comprehensive housing counseling services to individuals and families in Palm Beach County regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status or disability. All housing services are administered in accordance to HUD regulations. The agency is located within 150 feet of public transportation and with handicap accessibility.

    Hours

    Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm (one-on-one counseling sessions by appointment)

    Required Documents

    Contact by phone.

    Eligibility

    Palm Beach County resident.

    Fees

    No fees charged.

    Intake Procedure

    Forms available by calling 561-833-1461 ext. 3000 or online at www.ulpbc.org

    Languages

    English, Spanish, Creole, Portuguese.

    Service Area

    Palm Beach County

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Florida
      • Palm Beach County

      Contact

      Name:
      Antoinette McGrath
      Title:
      Housing Counselor
      Phone:
      561-833-1461 x3030

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      561-833-6050
      Type:
      Fax
      Name:
      Fax
      Number:
      561-833-1461
      Name:
      MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-3700.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Special Notes/Funding

      National Achievers Society

      Description

      Takes a pro active stance in the academic achievement of disadvantaged minority youth and creates a pipeline of motivated prepared and qualified youth to go on to higher education. Students have all A's and B's on report card.

      Hours

      Monday-Friday / 9 am -5 pm

      Required Documents

      Contact by phone.

      Eligibility

      National Achievers must have all A's and B's in 3rd-12th grades and complete application to participate.

      Fees

      No fees charged.

      Intake Procedure

      Contact by phone.

      Languages

      English

      Service Area

      Palm Beach County

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Florida
        • Indian River County
          • Martin County
            • Okeechobee County
              • Palm Beach County
                • Atlantis
                • Boynton Beach
                • Cloud Lake
                • Glen Ridge
                • Green Acres
                • Haverhill
                • Hypoluxo
                • Lake Clarke Shores
                • Lake Park
                • Lake Worth
                • Lantana
                • Manalapan
                • Mangonia Park
                • Palm Beach
                • Palm Beach Shores
                • Palm Springs
                • Riviera Beach
                • West Palm Beach
              • Saint Lucie County

              Contact

              Name:
              Patrick Franklin
              Title:
              President/CEO

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              561-833-1461
              Type:
              Service Phone
              Name:
              MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (HL-8120.8100-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Three (3 hour workshops) virtual Homebuyer Education workshops are held monthly for persons interested in becoming first time homebuyers. The workshop curriculum includes information covering the following topics: Preparing for homeownership, Credit & Financial Management, Financial literacy, Homeowner Insurance, Shopping for a home, Life as a Homeowner, Closing, Obtaining a Mortgage and Fair Housing Laws.

              Hours

              Visit website for workshop dates and times.

              Required Documents

              Valid Photo ID and proof of income.

              Eligibility

              Contact agency.

              Fees

              No fees charged.

              Intake Procedure

              Call for more information and to schedule a workshop.

              Languages

              English.

              Service Area

              Palm Beach County

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Florida
                • Palm Beach County

                Contact

                Name:
                Antoinette McGrath
                Title:
                Housing Counselor
                Phone:
                561-833-1461 x3030

                Telephone Numbers

                Number:
                561-833-1461
                Name:
                MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-3500.3500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Description

                Provides HUD certified housing counseling services for foreclosure mitigation counseling, pre-/post purchase counseling, emergency rent assistance, and home buyer education. HUD Certified housing counselors. Focus has been on foreclosure prevention and the preservation of homes during these difficult economic times.

                Hours

                Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                Required Documents

                Contact by phone.

                Eligibility

                Palm Beach County resident.

                Fees

                No fees charged.

                Intake Procedure

                Forms available by calling 561-833-1461 ext. 3000 or online at www.ulpbc.org

                Languages

                English, Spanish, Creole.

                Service Area

                Palm Beach County

                Geography Served

                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                • Florida
                  • Palm Beach County

                  Contact

                  Name:
                  Antoinette McGrath
                  Title:
                  Housing Counselor
                  Phone:
                  561-833-1461 x3030

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  561-833-6050
                  Type:
                  Fax
                  Name:
                  Fax
                  Number:
                  561-833-1461
                  Name:
                  MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-3700.3200) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Special Notes/Funding

                  Workforce Development

                  Description

                  Workforce Development assists high school dropouts and ex offenders gain high school diploma equivalency, learn, employability skills, receive mentoring and attain real world on the job training to increase changes for long term sustainability.

                  Hours

                  Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                  Required Documents

                  Contact by phone.

                  Eligibility

                  Unemployed. Ages 18-24. High School dropouts and ex-offenders.

                  Fees

                  No fees charged.

                  Intake Procedure

                  By appointment, referral or in person.

                  Languages

                  English.

                  Service Area

                  Palm Beach County

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Florida
                    • Palm Beach County

                    Contact

                    Name:
                    Patrick Franklin
                    Title:
                    President/CEO

                    Telephone Numbers

                    Number:
                    561-833-1461
                    Name:
                    MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (ND-2000.3500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Special Notes/Funding

                    Youth Crime Prevention Intervention

                    Description

                    Goal is to reduce crime in the black community while providing youth between the ages of 10-18 programs and services that enhance their professional development while keeping them crime and drug free.

                    Hours

                    Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                    Required Documents

                    Contact by phone.

                    Eligibility

                    Must be Palm Beach County resident. Ages 10-18.

                    Fees

                    No fees charged.

                    Intake Procedure

                    Contact by phone.

                    Languages

                    English.

                    Service Area

                    Palm Beach County

                    Geography Served

                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                    • Florida
                      • Palm Beach County

                      Contact

                      Name:
                      Tomas Evangelista
                      Title:
                      Senior Director of Community Development & Health
                      Phone:
                      561-833-1461 x3025
                      Email:
                      tevangelista@ulpbc.org

                      Telephone Numbers

                      Number:
                      561-833-1461
                      Name:
                      MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (FN-1500.3600) and related services within the Service Tree.

                      Special Notes/Funding

                      Comprehensive Housing Counseling

                      Description

                      Provides services for foreclosure mitigation counseling, pre-/post purchase counseling, emergency rent assistance, and home buyer education. HUD Certified housing counselors. Focus has been on foreclosure prevention and the preservation of homes during these difficult economic times.

                      Hours

                      Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                      Required Documents

                      Contact by phone.

                      Eligibility

                      Palm Beach County resident.

                      Fees

                      No fees charged.

                      Intake Procedure

                      Forms available by calling 561-833-1461 ext. 3000 or online at www.ulpbc.org

                      Languages

                      English, Spanish, Creole.

                      Service Area

                      Palm Beach County

                      Geography Served

                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                      • Florida
                        • Palm Beach County

                        Contact

                        Name:
                        Antoinette McGrath
                        Title:
                        Housing Counselor
                        Phone:
                        561-833-1461 x3030

                        Telephone Numbers

                        Number:
                        561-833-6050
                        Type:
                        Fax
                        Name:
                        Fax
                        Number:
                        561-833-1461
                        Name:
                        MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (DM-1800.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                        Special Notes/Funding

                        Foreclosure Prevention/Financial Management Education

                        Description

                        Educates consumers who may be facing foreclosure on the legal process, the mitigation process and options. Financial Management helps consumers learn and develop skills for managing their personal financial and obtain long term sustainability.

                        Hours

                        Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                        Eligibility

                        Open.

                        Fees

                        No fees charged.

                        Intake Procedure

                        Contact by phone or email.

                        Languages

                        English, Spanish, Creole.

                        Service Area

                        Palm Beach County

                        Geography Served

                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                        • Florida
                          • Palm Beach County

                          Telephone Numbers

                          Number:
                          561-833-1461
                          Name:
                          MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (DM-1800.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                          Special Notes/Funding

                          Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling

                          Description

                          Provides services to very low, low and moderate income homeowners that are delinquent or in foreclosure. Intervention techniques would include; loan modification,Florida Hardes Hit Financial Assistance, forbearance, partial claim, pre-foreclosure sale, deed in-lieu of foreclosure and short sale.

                          Hours

                          Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                          Eligibility

                          Palm Beach County resident.

                          Fees

                          No fees charged.

                          Intake Procedure

                          Contact by phone, email or in person.

                          Languages

                          English, Spanish, Creole, Portugese.

                          Service Area

                          Palm Beach County

                          Geography Served

                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                          • Florida
                            • Palm Beach County

                            Contact

                            Name:
                            Antoinette McGrath
                            Title:
                            Housing Counselor
                            Phone:
                            561-833-1461 x3030

                            Telephone Numbers

                            Number:
                            561-833-1461
                            Name:
                            MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (DM-1800.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                            Special Notes/Funding

                            NULITES Program

                            Description

                            Provides a comprehensive evidence based youth development program which preparing teens and young adults for college, work and life.

                            Hours

                            Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

                            Required Documents

                            Application.

                            Eligibility

                            Middle and high school youths, 6th to 12th grades.

                            Fees

                            No fees charged.

                            Intake Procedure

                            Contact agency.

                            Languages

                            English.

                            Service Area

                            Palm Beach County

                            Geography Served

                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                            • Florida
                              • Palm Beach County

                              Contact

                              Name:
                              Patrick Franklin
                              Title:
                              President/CEO

                              Telephone Numbers

                              Number:
                              561-833-1461
                              Name:
                              MAIN SITE PHONE North/Central Palm Beach County
                              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PS-9800.9900) and related services within the Service Tree.

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