Our Organization
You B4 Me is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Illinois, dedicated to providing essential resources and support to individuals and families in need. Through strong partnerships with businesses, companies, homeless shelters, group homes, community leaders, and neighbors,
You B4 Me strives to uplift underserved communities. By collaborating with various social service agencies throughout Illinois, we work to extend aid and facilitate access to vital resources. Our mission is rooted in the belief that, together, we can reduce the hardships faced by those experiencing homelessness or poverty, one resource at a time.
You B4 Me is dedicated to alleviating poverty and supporting underserved individuals and families by providing essential resources such as food, clothing, and toiletries. Through strategic partnerships with businesses, shelters, and community organizations, we work to uplift those in need and foster hope and dignity.
Mission
We envision a community where every underserved individual and family has access to essential resources and support, empowering them to overcome poverty and build a brighter future. By fostering collaboration between businesses, shelters, and organizations, we aim to create a compassionate network that uplifts those in need and drives lasting change.
Vision
A Message from the Founder
I founded You B4 Me after witnessing the silent struggles of too many—seniors without meals, children without warm clothes, teens without direction, and families without hope. I saw people being overlooked, their pain hidden behind brave smiles, their needs unmet in a world that often moves too fast to notice. I knew I couldn't just stand by. I had to do something. What started as a burden on my heart became a call to action—and that call became You B4 Me. Today, we serve thousands with compassion, purpose, and unwavering faith. This is more than outreach—it’s ministry. It’s love in motion. — Chanda C. Felder, Founder