IL HR0549

Commends the Quad County Urban League (QCUL) on its 50th anniversary, having been founded in 1975 and headquartered in Aurora, Illinois

QCUL serves DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties as an affiliate of the National Urban League, expanding equitable access to education, workforce opportunity, and civic participation

Signature programs include Nicor Career Academy, ComEd Academy, YouthBuild, Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program, and Health Navigation/Get Covered Illinois

Organization led by President and CEO Theodia Gillespie provides mentoring, academic support, industry-recognized training, and job placement in construction, healthcare, logistics, and other sectors

QCUL celebrated 50 years of service at its Annual Equality Gala on October 25, 2025; resolution directs that a copy be presented to the organization