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EXPERIENCE BUILDS CONFIDENCE.

When students are trusted with real responsibility, they discover what they can do; for themselves, their schools and their community.

WE BELIEVE

United
is the
way.

TEEN UNITED

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IT SHOWED ME I CAN LEAD, SOLVE PROBLEMS, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE. IT CHANGED HOW I SEE MY FUTURE.

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-Local Student

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Learning becomes
action.

TEEN United brings students from six local school districts together for hands-on experiences that build practical skills, confidence and connection.

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At the Black & White Gala, the ballroom becomes a working classroom. Students prepare and serve a ten-course tasting experience, work as a professional team, serving 400 guests, earn funds for their schools and help decide how student-raised funds support local neighbors.

STUDENT DECISIONS IN ACTION

Lake Quinault students help their neighbors.

After helping make the 2025 Gala happen, the student committee earned funds for their school and community. Students chose to give to two local families, buy cooking jackets for student cooks, and supporting senior luncheons.

Students lead. The whole community benefits.

Students have described the hope they find in being part of TEEN United. Through real work and shared decisions, they see what they can make possible for their schools and their neighbors.

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ONE COMMUNITY · MANY WAYS TO HELP

Youth leadership strengthens the whole community.

TEEN United is one way United Way brings people together around local opportunity. Helping students discover what they can do.

 

Your support helps create the experiences, tools and connections that turn participation into confidence.

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 NOW AVAILABLE 

Teen United
Student Art

Teen United members from across Grays Harbor had the chance to submit original artwork for the Rise Up campaign. One design was selected from each participating school — worn with pride, sold to support the community.

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OUR MISSION

We harness compassion to tackle major challenges, transforming lives with lasting impact so all can thrive.

OUR FOCUS

 

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TEEN United

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2721 Simpson Avenue
Aberdeen, WA 98520
 

360-532-6260

info@unitedwaygraysharbor.org

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