UP for Women and Children

UP for Women and Children Our model is simple, partner with anyone who can help to address the issue of homelessness.

In 2016, we identified a community need for women: a safe space for homeless women and children to go during the day to access showers, laundry, case managers and social services. Founders Andrea and Amy, began a needs assessment by meeting with over 16 service providers and nearly 40 homeless women who were living on the streets and sleeping in the shelters. They were met with overwhelming support and so in 2017 Uniting Partners for Women and Children was founded.

It’s often the small things that make the biggest difference.We are so incredibly thankful to have received a huge donat...
06/23/2026

It’s often the small things that make the biggest difference.

We are so incredibly thankful to have received a huge donation last week!

Thank you to those who continue to support UP for Women and Children.

"The UP Center has supported us in more ways than we ever imagined. They helped us secure a home and covered our rent an...
06/19/2026

"The UP Center has supported us in more ways than we ever imagined. They helped us secure a home and covered our rent and bills each month until we became financially stable. Without their support, we wouldn’t have come this far, at least not this quickly.

The process was also very smooth. We first stayed at the Women and Families shelter, where we were referred and approved for an RRH voucher. Soon after, UP and my case manager were able to get us into housing within just a few days.

UP also provided us with new furniture, including brand-new beds, with support from Happy Homes. Our case manager continues to check in regularly and conducts monthly home visits.

We are truly grateful for everything UP has done for us, helping us transition from homelessness to having a stable home. Now, I’m able to focus on starting my small business, where I remake and redesign furniture. Here are some pieces I’ve repainted and designed from items provided by Happy Homes."

Stories like Ms. M's are why we show up every day.

Learn more about UP for Women and Children at https://www.uplouisville.org/

✨ UpLift 2026 is officially in the works! ✨After the incredible success of UpLift 2025, we are already gearing up to mak...
06/18/2026

✨ UpLift 2026 is officially in the works! ✨

After the incredible success of UpLift 2025, we are already gearing up to make next year even more impactful. We are endlessly grateful to our participants, supporters, and sponsors who made our last event so memorable. Because of your generosity, we can continue our vital work—and we can’t wait to show you what’s in store! 🚀

🎟️ Mark your calendars: Tickets go on sale July 1st!
💗 Want to support right now? We are officially accepting donations to help us lay the groundwork for our biggest year yet.

👉 Click the link to donate today: https://heyor.ca/m8MDA4

We are SO proud of our Shelter Manager, Ryan.Ryan was honored with the Outstanding Homeless Services Award at the Louisv...
06/16/2026

We are SO proud of our Shelter Manager, Ryan.

Ryan was honored with the Outstanding Homeless Services Award at the Louisville Coalition for the Homeless 40th Anniversary and it couldn't have gone to a more deserving person.

Every single day, Ryan shows up with quiet strength, steady leadership, and deep care for the nearly 100 people who walk through our doors. They create a space where staff feel supported and clients feel seen and that ripples into everything we do.

Congratulations, Ryan. This one's well earned. We are so grateful for everything you bring to this team and to the people we serve.

When a woman receives the keys to her own apartment, she deserves to walk into more than four walls.She deserves dignity...
06/15/2026

When a woman receives the keys to her own apartment, she deserves to walk into more than four walls.

She deserves dignity.
She deserves support.
She deserves to feel welcomed home.

We are collecting Welcome Baskets for women moving into their own apartments. Needed items include laundry baskets, cleaning supplies, towels, toiletries, paper products, and nonperishable food.

To support UP, Louisville’s first women’s only day shelter for women and children, visit www.uplouisville.org

Starting over often means carrying everything you own from one chapter to the next.We’re collecting gently used luggage,...
06/12/2026

Starting over often means carrying everything you own from one chapter to the next.

We’re collecting gently used luggage, backpacks, and bags to support women as they move through housing transitions, job opportunities, and new beginnings.

If you’re spring cleaning this season, your extra bag could become someone else’s fresh start.

Join us as we celebrate 8 years of UP lifting women and children in our community.Mark your calendars for July 17th — it...
06/08/2026

Join us as we celebrate 8 years of UP lifting women and children in our community.

Mark your calendars for July 17th — it’s going to be a special day! 💜

https://www.uplouisville.org/

Special thanks to TrimNulu Salon and owner, Brianne, for generously donating shampoo, conditioner, and hair styling supp...
06/05/2026

Special thanks to TrimNulu Salon and owner, Brianne, for generously donating shampoo, conditioner, and hair styling supplies to UP for Women and Children.

Providing meaningful services takes a community, and we are so grateful for partners who step forward to support the people we serve. We are proud to welcome TrimNulu to our growing list of donors and appreciate their heart for making a difference.

Thank you to TrimNulu, for helping us care for our community with dignity, confidence, and kindness.

Our volunteers show up in so many meaningful ways. Some staff our coffee station each morning from 9–12, offering warm d...
06/04/2026

Our volunteers show up in so many meaningful ways. Some staff our coffee station each morning from 9–12, offering warm drinks and food to the women who walk through our doors. Others spend their weeks in our donations and mail room, sorting contributions and keeping our daily operations running smoothly.

A dedicated few help maintain our furniture, stepping in for small repairs that keep our space welcoming and functional. And our sandwich volunteers make a lunchtime run to Feed Louisville each week, delivering meals directly to UP so no one goes hungry. Every role matters. Every hour given is an act of care.

After successfully completing her Fall Internship at UP, Angela joined the team as a Client Support Specialist! Angela w...
06/02/2026

After successfully completing her Fall Internship at UP, Angela joined the team as a Client Support Specialist!

Angela worked in medical social work for 12 years and in school social work for 11 years. She is currently earnin a MSSW at (UofL’s) Kent School (of Social Work and Family Science) and plans to graduate in May of 2027.

She feels passionate about serving women and children and is honored to walk alongside them as they identify and address barriers to becoming housed and work to reach their goals for safe, stable, supportive, and permanent housing.

She and her husband, Victor, raised three outstanding children and are blessed to love their partners, as well. They are proud grandparents and are enjoying experiencing all four seasons, exploring the dynamic city, and camping in the beautiful state parks.

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425 S 2nd Street
Louisville, KY
40202

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

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