Our story
Kids United Foundation (KUF) was founded in the summer of 2019 after its founder, Byron Figueredo (pictured right), was told he was too young to join a church-sponsored mission trip to the Dominican Republic. At just 15 years old, he realized the best way to create meaningful change was to start his own charity. He brought together five of his closest friends to form KUF’s first board of directors, and together they set out to make a positive impact on the world.
What we do
Kids United Foundation is dedicated to making a positive impact in our local and global communities.
What makes Kids United Foundation unique is our mission-driven flexibility—we don’t focus on a single cause, but respond wherever there is a need. From global crises to local challenges, we identify worthy causes and work thoughtfully and tirelessly to champion meaningful solutions.
Community Baby Showers
Kids United Foundation’s flagship initiative involves organizing community baby showers in impoverished countries.
We raise funds to purchase essential baby supplies, which are then gifted to pregnant women who would otherwise be unable to afford them.
In hosting these events, we collaborate closely with local churches and organizations to ensure our efforts support, rather than disrupt, the local economy and community. This approach aligns with best practices in humanitarian aid, emphasizing the importance of working with local institutions to enhance service provision and maintain transparency and accountability.
Swim Camps
In partnership with Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Department, Kids United Foundation proudly supports specialized swim camps tailored for children with disabilities. These programs provide adaptive aquatics instruction focused on water safety, swimming techniques, and therapeutic exercises in a supportive and inclusive environment. With certified instructors experienced in adaptive methods, each child receives personalized attention to build confidence and develop vital swimming skills.
