Unity is Our Motivation.

UMOJA = UNITY

Unity

We strive to unite as many Black and African American clubs, organizations, businesses, churches, and individuals (while still maintaining their autonomous mission) to utilize and leverage our own resources, in addition to external resources.

Community

We aim to cultivate a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment within our communities for the betterment of the underserved, underrepresented, marginalized, and those whom the effects of prejudice, bias, and systemic racism have impacted.

Empowerment

We seek to amass our collective resources to hold ourselves AND local, regional, and national elected officials and leaders accountable to ensure a high quality of life for Blacks and African Americans in every aspect of everyday living.

2024 Annual Report

“Please take time to read this report to learn more about the organization and to see what was accomplished last year and previously. In our quest to continue to be a light in this community, it requires more people to understand and support this divinely-ordered mission. “ —Donna Moore Wesby

Annual Report

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Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Waiting List

PUBLIC NOTICE

The Housing Authority of the City of Aiken, South Carolina (AHA) is pleased to announce that the waiting list for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program will be open on Monday, June 2, 2025. Applications will be accepted online on Monday, June 2, 2025, from 8:00 am-5:00 pm, the waiting list will close at 5:01 pm.

Before you begin the preliminary application process, please have available family members’ security cards, names, dates of birth and income.

Access Application

Friday, Oct. 17th-Saturday, Oct. 18th

Get Ready! The 2025 Umoja Village Shoutfest Unityfest is coming back! Our Golf Tournament will occur on Friday, Oct. 17th followed by Shoutfest Unityfest which will occur on Saturday, Oct. 18th. More details to come soon!

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The More You Know: School Operating Millage

All meetings of the Aiken County School Board begin at 6:00 p.m. at the District Office (1000 Brookhaven Drive in Aiken), unless otherwise noted below. Those who plan to speak in favor of the proposed budget and tax increases, must sign up at the school district office to have their name placed on the list to speak.

School Operating Millage

Shoutfest Unityfest Featured Artist

Jamal Roberts-2025 American Idol WINNER!

Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, Mississippi, has emerged as a standout contestant on Season 23 of American Idol. Balancing his roles as an educator and father of two, Roberts has captivated both judges and audiences everywhere with his soulful performances and heartfelt storytelling. Join us at Shoutfest Unityfest and hear his powerful voice on the center stage!

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2025 Small Rental Development Program SRDP Application Deadline Reminder

The deadline to submit a 2025 Small Rental Development Program (SRDP) Application Packet and applicable processing fee(s) is Monday, June 2, 2025 by 5:00 pm (ET) via thumb drive appropriately organized and separated with the tabs provided.

2025 HOME-American Rescue Plan Program HOME-ARP Application Deadline Reminder

The deadline to submit a 2025 HOME-ARP Application and applicable processing fee(s) is Monday, June 2, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. (ET) via thumb drive appropriately organized and separated as identified by the tabbing system in the HOME-ARP Exhibit 1 Application Checklist. Applications can be submitted during regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET). Online application submissions such as email, fax, or Secure File Exchange, nor hardcopies WILL NOT be accepted.

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The 2025 Umoja Village Unity Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, October 17th. Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day of Charity, Unity & Golf.

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We Are Umoja Village.

Listen to the testimonials from those in our community who have been positively impacted by Umoja Village.

4th Annual Black History Month Community Celebration Recap

Black-Owned Business Directory

Our Central Savannah River Area Black/African American Business Directory is designed to locate, support, and sustain Black and African American owned businesses in our community.

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Make a Donation

Financial donations of any size help fund Umoja Village’s mission and efforts. Your donation is processed through PayPal using the information already stored in your PayPal account.

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The 51st Annual Concert Series Returns to Hopelands Gardens

The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department presents the 51st Annual Hopelands Concert Series, bringing live performances by local artists on the Roland H. Windham Performing Arts Stage at the beautiful Hopelands Gardens every Monday evening during April, May, and June.

The series kicks off on April 7th at 6:30 PM and continues through June 30th.

This family-friendly event is free to attend, and guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Picnics are welcome, but alcohol is strictly prohibited. In the event of inclement weather, performances will be moved indoors to Odell Weeks Center (Gym 2) at 1700 Whiskey Road.

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The Latest from Umoja Village

The Latest

May 23, 2025

Welcome to Umoja Village Evangelist Annette Williams-Umoja's New Spiritual Adviser

May 23, 2025

As the UV Spiritual Adviser, Evangelist Williams will provide spiritual leadership and guidance to and for the organization, its clients, and community to aide in overall growth and development and a facilitation of unity within the community of faith.