Where Culture Meets Care. Where Healing Begins.
We Fight Foundation
About Us
At We Fight Foundation, Inc. (WFF), we are more than a 501(c)(3) we are a movement on the front lines of youth suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention. We believe every Black child deserves to be seen, supported, and surrounded by a community that fights for their life and their light.
We proudly serve Washington, D.C., Maryland, and, more recently, youth in Ghana, and we are expanding! To date, we’ve impacted the lives of over 9,700 youth and families through peer-led programming, mental health education, expressive healing arts, and intentional family engagement, we support young people who are often overlooked, unheard, or misunderstood. Our work honors the full identity and lived experience of Black youth because culture is not a barrier to healing; it’s a bridge.
"Rooted in culturally grounded, trauma-informed spaces that empower families and communities to heal together..."
We exist to reduce suicide and overdose among Black youth and young adults by creating culturally grounded, trauma-informed spaces that empower families and communities to heal together.
Through peer and professional led programming, youth mental health literacy, expressive healing arts, and intentional family engagement, we support young people who are often overlooked, unheard, or misunderstood. Our work honors the full identity and lived experience of Black youth because culture is not a barrier to healing; it’s a bridge.
We believe every Black child deserves to be seen, supported, and surrounded by a community that fights for their life and their light.
Our Mission
We Fight Foundation, Inc. is dedicated to reducing suicides and overdoses among Black youth, young adults, and underserved communities by equipping them with the tools to navigate adversity, build resilience, and access culturally responsive mental health support.
We exist to disrupt the cycles of trauma and stigma by equipping youth, families, and communities with the tools they need to heal, grow, and thrive mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
We Fight Foundation
Our Impact in Action
Our Essential
Three Pillars of Hope
Which are used to support well-being, reduce harm, and respond to mental health challenges in a timely and effective way. Discover our method:
Prevention
We equip youth, families, and schools with culturally responsive tools to build resilience, spark honest conversations, and prevent mental health crises before they begin.
I Fight. You Fight. We Fight Together.
Together, we can be the light in someone's darkest moment.
Ways to Join
The Fight
Volunteer
Volunteer your time or skills to support youth programs, events, or outreach.
Partner With Us
Partner with us as a school, faith-based organization, or community group.
Donate
Donate to help us expand mental health education, crisis support, and safe spaces for Black youth.
Join our Mailing List
Join our mailing list to stay connected with upcoming events, resources, and impact stories.
Become a Hope Leader
Become a Hope Leader and help guide young people through peer-based support and mental health advocacy.
Share Your Story
Share your story or help amplify ours by spreading awareness on social media and in your community.
Our Proud Partners
