Youth United for Prosperity, (YUP) organized in 1995 as a non-profit tax-exempted charitable organization; and an IRS approved 501(c)(3) public charity, functioning with a network of local chapters across the nation.

Our board of directors is made up of a diverse group of philanthropic and civic-minded men and women. The objective is to create social, civic, business and acedemic environment, which will build a stronger America by mobilizing our communities to improve people's lives; and produces socially conscious, responsible, educated and positive youth. It also develops unique conditions in diverse communities by helping children succeed, strengthening and supporting families, promoting self-sufficiency, and building vital and safe neighborhoods.