In Washington D.C., 19% of children in our nation’s capital, live in poverty.
68.2% of students graduated from high school, 15% below the national average.
32,000 children live below the federal poverty line, one of the highest rates in the U.S.
*Kids Count Data, Annie E. Casey Foundation
Underwear is only one small part of supporting children who struggle with the many consequences of poverty. 7 pairs of new underwear can increase regular school attendance and boost self-esteem for the neediest among us.
Washington D.C’s public school district supports students enrolled in the federally mandated homeless department. Most of the students are “couch surfing”, many fewer students live in shelters with their families. The department makes sure these children attend their home schools, assuring continuity in their education. The department also provides basic needs, including UFE underwear.
Child Protective Services (CPS) located in Washington DC is a branch of the child social services department responsible for cases of child abuse and neglect. Children found to live in dangerous situations are removed at a moment’s notice and often leave without any belongings. An assigned social worker takes each child “shopping” in a room stocked with basic needs where they receive UFE underwear.
Start your own Undies drive – virtually!
Host a virtual undies drive by inviting your group’s members, friends and family. Click a button and send some undies for a child in need.
To help you promote your drive, we’ll equip you with UFE-branded templates and ideas for social posts to spread the digital word far and wide.
A new way to volunteer!
Undies for Change is a fee-based volunteer opportunity. UFE sends your group underwear, supplies and instructions to make perfect packs of 7 pairs that you deliver to a pre-identified local children’s agency.
Undies for Change makes it easy roll, pack and deliver undies for local kids. It’s a great opportunity for corporations, organizations, and schools to make a big difference in a child’s life.
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