We United Foundation

Serve with Heart, Lead with Impact, Grow for Life.

Our Mission

We United Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We partner with student-led nonprofits, school clubs, and community organizations to design service initiatives that are meaningful, people-centered, and sustainable. From hands-on programs to leadership development and research-backed consulting, we help organizations grow impact that continues long after a single event ends.

Our Story: We began our journey as 5th graders volunteering with the Super Joey Foundation, an organization that supports kids with cancer. After being inspired by the visible difference our work made, our efforts quickly grew, and we started organizing various fundraising events every year. Up till today, the funds we raised have supported over 50 events that directly benefit families in need.

In 2023, we built on our foundation to launch We United Foundation (WUF), broadening opportunities for youth to serve their communities. Today, WUF unites volunteers from over 15 schools through three branches and partnerships with organizations such as SJF, Stepping Stones Shelter, and Aequum Scholars. Beyond fundraising, we offer leadership training that empowers young people to transform their passions into meaningful service.

WUF is a community where youth come together to serve, learn, and lead. Follow us @weunitedfoundation on Instagram for leadership and volunteering opportunities!

Congratulations to our volunteers that recieved recognition for their service from the Superintendent

16 WUF volunteers from 7 schools were recognized recently by the MCPS Superintendent Thomas W. Taylor! We are incredibly proud of your dedication and service. Your commitment continues to inspire the entire WUF community ❤️❤️. We are grateful for Dr. Taylor for taking the time from his busy schedule to recognize our volunteers and celebrate their impact

Our Latest Events

February 2026

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December 2025

November 2025

Achievements

Publications

Congratulations to Grace and Ethan on their publication:

Leading, Giving Back, and Self-Development: What Powers the Volunteer Drive?

The findings offer practical insights into how nonprofits can better recruit and retain youth volunteers.

Our Partners