Universal and Its Nonprofit Partners: A Record of Community Impact

Since its founding in 2014, Universal has provided fundraising counsel, community outreach, and operational support to nonprofit organizations across the United States. The firm is headquartered in San Ramon, California, and its teams operate in markets across the country.

Stand for the Silent

Stand for the Silent is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2010 by Kirk and Laura Smalley after their eleven-year-old son Logan died by suicide following years of bullying. The organization sends speakers into schools, trains educators, and runs programs designed to reduce bullying and support students in crisis. Universal has partnered with Stand for the Silent in fundraising campaigns across multiple US markets, helping the organization reach new communities and expand its program funding.

Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence (LEAD)

LEAD is a nonprofit organization focused on violence reduction and substance use prevention. Universal has been recognized by LEAD as its National Partner of the Year. The partnership has helped LEAD carry its message to communities in multiple states, expanding the organization's reach and fundraising capacity.

Tilly's Life Center

Tilly's Life Center provides life skills education to teenagers, helping young people develop the tools they need to make positive decisions. Universal has supported Tilly's Life Center in outreach and fundraising efforts, contributing to the organization's ability to serve more students.

Brighter Christmas

Brighter Christmas runs holiday giving programs that bring toys and gifts to families in need during the holiday season. Universal has supported Brighter Christmas campaigns, contributing to the delivery of gifts to children across participating communities.

Great Place to Work: Four Consecutive Certifications

Universal has been certified as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years, based entirely on anonymous employee survey data collected by the independent third-party certification organization. The certification reflects what Universal employees have said, consistently, about the firm's culture, leadership, and workplace standards. For the nonprofits that rely on Universal field teams to represent their campaigns in communities, this consistency matters directly.

The firm is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and operates in compliance with applicable state charitable solicitation registration requirements. For questions about any campaign or partnership, contact Universal at Corporate@theuniversalteam.com.