Who We Are
About YOUNITEDGLOBAL
We are a nonprofit organization uniting volunteers, donors, and community leaders to build cleaner environments and stronger families across the US and Latin America.
Restoring Dignity. Building Community.
YOUNITEDGLOBAL exists to unite people around two urgent needs: a cleaner environment and stronger support for mothers and children. We organize community cleanups, provide practical assistance to families, and empower residents to lead lasting change in their own neighborhoods.
Communities Where Everyone Thrives
We envision communities where every neighborhood is clean and safe, every mother has the resources she needs, and every child has the opportunity to learn and grow. We believe that when communities come together, transformation is possible.
Our Core Values
Community First
Every decision we make centers the needs and voices of the communities we serve.
Dignity & Respect
We treat every person — volunteer, donor, or recipient — with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Transparency
We are accountable to our donors, volunteers, and communities. We share our results openly and honestly.
Collective Action
We believe lasting change happens when people work together. No one organization or individual can do this alone.
Environmental Stewardship
A healthy environment is a human right. We protect and restore shared spaces for present and future generations.
Family Strength
Strong families are the foundation of strong communities. We invest in mothers and children because it multiplies impact.
Our First-Year Roadmap
In our first year of operation, YOUNITEDGLOBAL is focused on building a strong foundation — establishing our programs, growing our volunteer network, and demonstrating measurable impact in our first communities.
Launch & Establish
Register as a nonprofit, launch our website, recruit founding volunteers, and organize our first three community cleanup events.
Programs in Motion
Launch the Mothers' Support Fund and Children First Initiative in two pilot cities. Distribute first round of supplies to qualifying families.
Expand & Partner
Expand to four additional cities. Establish formal partnerships with local governments, schools, and community organizations.
Measure & Report
Publish our first annual impact report. Evaluate program outcomes, gather community feedback, and set goals for Year Two.
Our Team
Maria Gonzalez
Executive Director
Maria brings 15 years of nonprofit leadership experience across the US and Mexico. She founded YOUNITEDGLOBAL after witnessing firsthand the connection between environmental neglect and family hardship in underserved communities.
Carlos Rivera
Director of Programs
Carlos oversees all four program areas, coordinating volunteers, community partners, and supply chains. He previously managed environmental education programs for a regional conservation nonprofit.
Ana Morales
Director of Community Outreach
Ana leads our relationships with mothers, families, and community leaders. A social worker by training, she ensures our programs are responsive to the real needs of the people we serve.
James Thompson
Director of Development
James manages donor relationships, fundraising strategy, and grant applications. He has helped nonprofits raise over $8 million in philanthropic support over his career.
Join the Movement
Whether you donate, volunteer, or simply spread the word — you are part of YOUNITEDGLOBAL. Together we build cleaner neighborhoods and stronger families.