United to Empower

A VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON YOUTH AND COMMUNITY

UNITED TO EMPOWER WAS FOUNDED IN 2016...

MISSION & VISION

It was developed from two volunteer programs operated by a local governmental agency to become one “unified” organization. Our purpose is to provide expanded services, more opportunities, and creative support systems to individuals and groups without having any geographical boundaries.

We aim to educate, enhance, and empower the lives of young people and the communities we serve.

Our vision... " All young people will have Hope, Help, and Access to Infinite Opportunities!

History

Membership

INFORMATION & BENEFITS

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES...

$20 Individual

$35 Organization/Business with 25 members or less

$50 Organization/Business with 26 members or more

General meetings are held quarterly.
Standing committee meetings of Men Empowering Young People & Ladies Empowering Young People are held periodically.
Services and activities are planned throughout the year.

BENEFITS OF BEING A MEMBER...

For Individuals

Networking Opportunities
Acquire New Skills
Access to Training Opportunities
Give Back to the Community Through Service
Become a Valuable Role Model or Friend to Someone In Need
Tangible Work Experience and Great for References/ Job Referrals

For Organizations

Increase your Resources
Promote your Mission
Gain Volunteer Support
Maximize Opportunities for Grant Writing
Enhance Connections for Youth Involvement
Assistance with Event Coordination
FREE Youth,Community & Workforce Development Aid

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Accomplishments

AND PAST ACTIVITIES

The “Heart of the Matter” Workshop Crater District Health Department to Raise Opportunities Awareness of Bullying & Trauma Care
Co-sponsored “Child Abuse Prevention Month -Family Affairs”
Sponsored “The Empowerment Expo” to Promote Entrepreneurship
Provided High School, College & Camp Scholarships
Participated as a Resource Partner at the Surry County Sheriff’s Office “National Night Out”
Participated & Co-Sponsored the Annual “Back to School Community Fun Day”
Awarded Eight High School Graduates Book Scholarships Totaling $1500
Sponsored "Red Ribbon Drug Prevention Week Activities"
Provided Financial Support to “Step Out Against Diabetes Walks”
Supported “Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner” & Hosted Holiday Christmas Dinners
Collaborated with ACTNIM Bridging the Gap to sponsor Food Distributions to Youth, Disabled, and Seniors
Served on "Open Table Group" group with Cypress Baptist Church to Mentor Youth and Families
Supported Sussex County High School Project for Foster Care and Homeless
Co-sponsors for the First Juneteenth Festival in Surry County
Sponsored several "Girl's Nite Out" Mentoring Activities
Supported the Surry Department of Youth & Family Services-- Precious Jewel's Retreats & Camps and Boys to Men Connection Camps
Created the "Honorable Judy S. Lyttle Youth Advocates Award Program"
Supported Sussex County School's "Attendance Matters" Initiatives
Supported Sussex County Sheriff's Office - National Night Out Events
Developed Youth Ambassadors & Volunteer Opportunities for Teens