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Empowering Families, Transforming Communities

We are dedicated to helping families overcome crises and achieve lasting stability through compassion, collaboration, and action.

Our Journey Toward Hope and Change

United Against Poverty began with a vision to serve families in crisis and help them find stability through compassion and innovative solutions. As a project of His Healing Hands Clinic, we recognized the need to address the root causes of poverty. This led to the creation of the 100 Families Initiative, a holistic program designed to provide resources, support, and long-term solutions.

Over the years, we’ve partnered with local organizations, churches, and community leaders to deliver meaningful change. Together, we’ve helped families move from crisis to stability—empowering them to thrive, one step at a time.

OUR GOALS

Our Mission and Vision

United Against Poverty is dedicated to helping families transition from financial crisis to economic self-sufficiency and employment by leveraging community resources and faith-based organizations.

Mission

To empower families to overcome crises and achieve stability through holistic support and community collaboration.

Vision

A world where every family has the resources and support they need to break free from poverty and build a brighter future.

How We Make a Difference

At United Against Poverty, we focus on three core strategies

Empowerment Through Advocacy

Our Family Advocates work one-on-one with families, conducting personalized needs assessments and creating tailored plans to address challenges.

Community Connections

We partner with local organizations and resources to ensure families receive support for housing, employment, healthcare, and more

Collaboration Through Alliance Meetings

By uniting churches, service providers, and community leaders, we foster collaboration that drives systemic change and creates greater impact.

Impacting Lives, Building Futures

Since launching the 100 Families Initiative in 2024, we have

Supported 65 families

helping them take steps toward stability.

Helped 19 families

successfully transition from crisis to stability.

Partnered with 4 organizations

to provide comprehensive support for each family.

OUR TEAM

Meet the Team Behind the Mission

United Against Poverty thrives because of our dedicated team of Family Advocates, community partners, and volunteers.

Eleanore Kue, MD, DMin

Founder, Medical Director & Program Coordinator

A licensed physician and medical missionary, Dr. Kue has served Lansing’s underserved communities since 2009. She leads the 100 Families Initiative, addressing 14 social determinants of health to combat poverty holistically.

Brenda Look, PA-C

President, Disability Appeals Advocates

With over 20 years of Internal Medicine experience, Brenda works closely with Michigan nonprofits, helping clients secure Social Security benefits and achieve financial stability.

Ronald Embry, MPA

Founder, Agape Christian Church

A community leader and public administrator, Pastor Embry brings decades of experience and a commitment to international missions and holistic community support.

Denice Rankin is M.A., LPC

Mental Health Therapist

Denice specializes in trauma recovery, PTSD, and grief counseling. Her dedication to mental health enriches the initiative’s holistic approach to empowering families.

Together, We Can Create Change

Your involvement helps families find hope and achieve lasting stability. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer, or partner with us, you become a vital part of this mission to make a meaningful difference in our community.