About YouHelp
Alex Monroe
Founder & Executive Director
Alex Monroe spent a decade building community tech at mission-driven startups and served with AmeriCorps in Detroit. After helping coordinate thousands of volunteers during the 2020–2022 crisis years, Alex founded YouHelp to make it radically easier for people to plug into local service.
Alex holds a B.A. in Public Policy, loves Saturday park cleanups, and believes small acts add up.
"I saw how much good people wanted to help, but the systems to connect them with opportunities were broken. YouHelp exists to fix that – to make volunteering as easy as ordering takeout."
Our Story
The Problem
Millions of Americans want to volunteer, but finding the right opportunity is frustrating. Nonprofit websites are outdated, volunteer matching sites are cluttered, and most opportunities don't match people's actual availability or interests.
Our Solution
YouHelp streamlines the entire process. Tell us your ZIP code and interests once, and we'll email you when local nonprofits have opportunities that match your preferences. It's that simple.
The Impact
Since launch, we've coordinated over 1,000 volunteer hours and helped 50+ nonprofits fill critical roles. More importantly, we've made volunteering accessible to busy people who want to help but don't have time to hunt for opportunities.
About YouHelp
YouHelp is a nonprofit connecting willing hands with local needs. We partner with vetted organizations to surface up-to-date volunteer opportunities and match people based on interests, skills, and availability.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Officially recognized tax-exempt charitable organization
Volunteer-Led
Built by volunteers, for volunteers, with community at our core
Privacy First
We collect only what's needed and never sell your information
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