What is Up2Us?
Up2Us Sports operates as a national service organization dedicated to the intersection of athletic coaching and social advocacy. The firm specializes in deploying trained coaches to address complex societal issues, including mental wellness, gender equity, and economic mobility. Through its integration with AmeriCorps and various foundation-led initiatives, Up2Us Sports provides a robust framework for community-based intervention. Their model is unique in its ability to transform the role of a coach into a frontline social worker, thereby fostering personal development and long-term community resilience in underserved populations.
How much funding has Up2Us raised?
Up2Us has raised a total of $350K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$350K
Debt (2020): $350K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in Up2Us
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Up2Us?
With the deployment of this recent capital, Up2Us Sports is positioned to expand its training resources and deepen its impact on youth-focused social justice initiatives. The organization is expected to prioritize the scaling of its coaching network, ensuring that more communities have access to evidence-based sports development programs. As the firm transitions through this late-stage growth phase, the focus will likely shift toward enhancing the sustainability of its national service model and strengthening partnerships with institutional sponsors to ensure long-term operational efficacy.
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