about us
Connect & Serve is a 501 (c)(3) social justice organization rooted in the overall wellness of community. We believe it takes a village and a commitment to service for all of us to experience the quality of life we all deserve. Our commitment is one of hope by seeing our communities move from poverty to wellness and prosperity.
Our Mission
We CONNECT to SERVE
OUR MISSION is to assist individuals in creating their own pathways from poverty to wellness and prosperity.
We take a holistic approach inclusive of mind, body,
soul and family.
Our Values
To serve all we can, while we can
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Strong Partnerships
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Genuine Relationships
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Working Together
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Trust
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Service
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Discovery
Our Vision
Serving with a Purpose
To be a national leader in family and community engagement, establishing best practices across all 50 states. We will enhance organizations through training, partnerships, and advocacy to strengthen communities and foster systemic change. As a premier contractor, we will broaden our impact, secure transformative contracts, and support and invest in emerging nonprofits--ensuring that collaboration, empowerment, and opportunity define the future of community service.
About
Meet Juanita j. White
Under Ms. White’s leadership, Connect & Serve is creating a future where no one faces poverty alone. By offering programs such as mentorships, parenting workshops, and apprenticeships, the organization strengthens families and empowers individuals to break generational cycles of poverty.
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Her belief is simple yet profound: “No man is an island. We can’t do life alone.” With her unique blend of professional expertise and lived experience, Ms. White is building a legacy of hope, equity, and transformation.
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Connect & Serve exists because of her faith, resilience, and unyielding commitment to making the world better—one family, one connection, and one opportunity at a time.
