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For Impact

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to building healthier, more connected communities — powered by purpose-driven people.

Our Pillars
Mental Health STEM & Innovation Community Outreach Honor Our Brave
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · New Jersey

Our Mission

Our Mission
United For Impact is dedicated to promoting healthier communities through mental well-being initiatives, youth opportunity expansion, civic leadership development, and the recognition of service and sacrifice.
United For:

Mental Health & Well-Being

Awareness forums, youth ambassador programs, and community luncheons dismantling stigma and building lasting support systems for individuals and families.

United For:

Youth Opportunity & Innovation

The Newton Awards national STEM competition and Youth Leadership programs that expand access to excellence and cultivate the next generation of thinkers and leaders.

United For:

Civic Leadership & Service

Community outreach, civic development, and recognition of the courage and sacrifice of law enforcement, military, veterans, healthcare workers, and first responders.

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Be a Part of the Mission

Every volunteer, donor, and community partner helps United For Impact reach further, serve more families, and build the healthier, more connected New Jersey we all envision. There is a place for everyone in this mission.

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Mailing AddressP.O. Box 314, Skillman, NJ 08558

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Rosy Thakkar — Founder & President
Rosy Thakkar
Founder & President · United For Impact
A Letter from the Founder & President

A Letter from the
Founder & President

Rosy Thakkar · Founder & President, United For Impact

At the heart of United For Impact lies a conviction both simple and enduring: that communities flourish when compassion is paired with knowledge, and when individuals unite with purpose to uplift one another.

Over the course of my life and professional journey, I have witnessed the profound ways in which silent struggles — particularly those related to mental health, educational inequity, and social isolation — can shape the trajectory of individuals and families. Too often, these challenges unfold quietly, without the support systems necessary to guide people toward resilience and opportunity. United For Impact was established in response to this reality — to serve as a catalyst for meaningful change and a platform through which collective action can translate into lasting impact.

Our work is anchored in areas where thoughtful leadership and sustained engagement can transform communities. Through initiatives that advance youth mental health, cultivate innovation and excellence in STEM education, strengthen community connection, and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who serve, we seek to foster environments where individuals are empowered to thrive and communities are strengthened from within.

United For Impact is more than an organization; it is a growing network of educators, advocates, professionals, volunteers, and partners who share a common vision — one rooted in service, integrity, and the belief that progress is most powerful when it is pursued together. Through collaboration and purposeful programming, we strive to expand opportunity, elevate voices, and build pathways for the next generation of leaders and innovators.

I invite you to explore our work, engage with our initiatives, and join us in this shared endeavor. Together, we can cultivate a future defined not only by possibility, but by collective responsibility and enduring impact.

Rosy Thakkar
Founder & President · United For Impact
Governance & Strategy

Executive Board

The Executive Board provides strategic oversight, organizational direction, and institutional leadership for United For Impact.

Rosy Thakkar
Rosy Thakkar
President
Dr. Lanfang (Lucy) Li
Dr. Lanfang (Lucy) Li
Treasurer
Claudia Levin Bateman
Claudia Levin Bateman
Secretary
Expert Guidance & Strategic Counsel

United Advisory Council

Distinguished professionals and community leaders who provide guidance, expertise, and strategic counsel to United For Impact.

How Our Advisory Council Serves
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Strategic Guidance

Advising on program development, organizational growth, and long-term strategic planning to maximize community impact.

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Community Connections

Leveraging professional networks to forge partnerships, open doors, and bring new voices and resources to UFI's work.

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Expert Counsel

Bringing domain expertise in healthcare, education, law, business, and civic affairs to inform every major decision.

Council Members
Heather J. Darling, Esq.
Heather J. Darling, Esq.
Surrogate, Morris County
Christine Serrano Glassner
Christine Serrano Glassner
Former Mayor, Mendham Borough
Catherine Payne
Catherine Payne
Mayor, Hillsborough Township
Michael Kirsh
Michael Kirsh
Councilman, Bridgewater Township
Public Affairs · Strategic Communications

Public Affairs & Strategic Communications Council

The Public Affairs Council supports United For Impact's efforts to engage the public, strengthen community visibility, and advance awareness of our initiatives through strategic communications, media outreach, digital engagement, and community events.

Liana Pedroso
Liana Pedroso
Director of Social Media & Digital Engagement
Sadiqa Bokhari
Sadiqa Bokhari
Director of Events & Community Engagement
Jyotsna Sharma
Jyotsna Sharma
Director of Media & Communications
Collaborations & Partnerships

Partners & Collaborators

United For Impact grows through the power of partnership. Organizations and individuals who collaborate with us to amplify our shared mission.

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Become a Partner

Organizations that align with UFI's mission are invited to explore partnership opportunities.

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Be Part of the Mission

Whether you volunteer, donate, partner, or simply connect — every relationship strengthens the community we are building together.