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.
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We aim to educate, enhance, and empower the lives of young people and the communities we serve.
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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
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General meetings are held quarterly.
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Standing committee meetings of Men Empowering Young People & Ladies Empowering Young People are held periodically.
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Services and activities are planned throughout the year.
BENEFITS OF BEING A MEMBER...
For Individuals
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Networking Opportunities
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Acquire New Skills
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Access to Training Opportunities
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Give Back to the Community Through Service
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Become a Valuable Role Model or Friend to Someone In Need
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Tangible Work Experience and Great for References/ Job Referrals
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For Organizations
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Increase your Resources
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Promote your Mission
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Gain Volunteer Support
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Maximize Opportunities for Grant Writing
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Enhance Connections for Youth Involvement
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Assistance with Event Coordination
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FREE Youth,Community & Workforce Development Aid
Accomplishments
AND PAST ACTIVITIES
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The “Heart of the Matter” Workshop Crater District Health Department to Raise Opportunities Awareness of Bullying & Trauma Care
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Co-sponsored “Child Abuse Prevention Month -Family Affairs”
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Sponsored “The Empowerment Expo” to Promote Entrepreneurship
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Provided High School, College & Camp Scholarships
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Participated as a Resource Partner at the Surry County Sheriff’s Office “National Night Out”
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Participated & Co-Sponsored the Annual “Back to School Community Fun Day”
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Awarded Eight High School Graduates Book Scholarships Totaling $1500
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Sponsored "Red Ribbon Drug Prevention Week Activities"
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Provided Financial Support to “Step Out Against Diabetes Walks”
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Supported “Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner” & Hosted Holiday Christmas Dinners
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Collaborated with ACTNIM Bridging the Gap to sponsor Food Distributions to Youth, Disabled, and Seniors
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Served on "Open Table Group" group with Cypress Baptist Church to Mentor Youth and Families
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Supported Sussex County High School Project for Foster Care and Homeless
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Co-sponsors for the First Juneteenth Festival in Surry County
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Sponsored several "Girl's Nite Out" Mentoring Activities
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Supported the Surry Department of Youth & Family Services-- Precious Jewel's Retreats & Camps and Boys to Men Connection Camps
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Created the "Honorable Judy S. Lyttle Youth Advocates Award Program"
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Supported Sussex County School's "Attendance Matters" Initiatives
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Supported Sussex County Sheriff's Office - National Night Out Events
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Developed Youth Ambassadors & Volunteer Opportunities for Teens
Upcoming Events
- Wed, Apr 12https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82581244412?pwd=aApr 12, 2023, 7:00 PMhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82581244412?pwd=a