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Empowering Youth.
Strengthening Families.
Transforming Futures.

Through mentorship, leadership development, education, workforce readiness, family support, and meaningful community partnerships, we help youth and families build brighter futures.

SUPPORT OUR MISSION

Confident Youth. Connected Families. Strong Communities.

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What’s Up Crew empowers youth and strengthens families through mentorship, leadership development, education, workforce readiness, family support, and meaningful community partnerships.

We inspire every individual to discover their purpose, build confidence, and create positive pathways to lifelong success.

We’re looking for our 2026-2027 interns! What’s Up Crew is looking for motivated, creative, and community-minded individuals to join our crew 💪🏽

Gain hands-on experience while supporting youth mentoring, family engagement, community events, and more. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact, we’d love you to connect with you! ✨

Swipe to learn more about each position available🙌🏽

We’re looking for our 2026-2027 interns! What’s Up Crew is looking for motivated, creative, and community-minded individuals to join our crew 💪🏽

Gain hands-on experience while supporting youth mentoring, family engagement, community events, and more. If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact, we’d love you to connect with you! ✨

Swipe to learn more about each position available🙌🏽

💙 Community is where hope grows.

A huge THANK YOU to TLC and Community Schools for inviting What’s Up Crew to be part of yesterday’s Family Care & Connection Event!

It was an incredible day connecting with families, sharing the resources and opportunities available through WUC, and reminding our community that no one has to navigate life’s challenges alone.

A special thank you to @beautybyallysonrae for generously providing haircuts to students and to @thepridebarbershop for partnering with us by providing haircut gift cards. Your kindness and generosity made a lasting impact on so many families.

Together, we are building stronger communities by meeting people where they are, creating opportunities, and reminding every child and family that they are seen, valued, and supported.

Because when organizations come together with a shared purpose, lives are changed, hope is restored, and communities become stronger one family at a time. 💙🙌🏽

💙 Community is where hope grows.

A huge THANK YOU to TLC and Community Schools for inviting What’s Up Crew to be part of yesterday’s Family Care & Connection Event!

It was an incredible day connecting with families, sharing the resources and opportunities available through WUC, and reminding our community that no one has to navigate life’s challenges alone.

A special thank you to @beautybyallysonrae for generously providing haircuts to students and to @thepridebarbershop for partnering with us by providing haircut gift cards. Your kindness and generosity made a lasting impact on so many families.

Together, we are building stronger communities by meeting people where they are, creating opportunities, and reminding every child and family that they are seen, valued, and supported.

Because when organizations come together with a shared purpose, lives are changed, hope is restored, and communities become stronger one family at a time. 💙🙌🏽

Sometimes all it takes is one conversation to change the direction of a life.

Today, we had the privilege of connecting two young adults with incredible mentors who helped them begin exploring the path to college. They walked in unsure of what their future could look like… and walked out with a plan, renewed confidence, and excitement for what comes next. 🙌🏽

This is why we do what we do.

At What’s Up Crew, we believe every student deserves someone who will help them see what’s possible and walk alongside them as they pursue it. College can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Our College Readiness Pilot is just getting started, and we couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead!

If you’re a student who needs guidance, or you know someone who could benefit from support navigating college, career, or life after high school, we’d love to connect.

The future starts with one step… let’s take it together. 💙
@csulongbeach @csulbprojectrebound
#WhatsUpCrew #collegereadiness #futurefocused #studentsuccess

Sometimes all it takes is one conversation to change the direction of a life.

Today, we had the privilege of connecting two young adults with incredible mentors who helped them begin exploring the path to college. They walked in unsure of what their future could look like… and walked out with a plan, renewed confidence, and excitement for what comes next. 🙌🏽

This is why we do what we do.

At What’s Up Crew, we believe every student deserves someone who will help them see what’s possible and walk alongside them as they pursue it. College can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Our College Readiness Pilot is just getting started, and we couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead!

If you’re a student who needs guidance, or you know someone who could benefit from support navigating college, career, or life after high school, we’d love to connect.

The future starts with one step… let’s take it together. 💙
@csulongbeach @csulbprojectrebound
#WhatsUpCrew #collegereadiness #futurefocused #studentsuccess

What an incredible day at the @roosevelt_breakfastclub Annual Golf Tournament! ⛳🙌🏽 We had an amazing time hosting a booth, meeting so many passionate leaders, and making meaningful connections with the organization that share our heart for serving others. We’re excited about the new partnerships on the horizon and can’t wait to see what we accomplish together.

What an incredible day at the @roosevelt_breakfastclub Annual Golf Tournament! ⛳🙌🏽 We had an amazing time hosting a booth, meeting so many passionate leaders, and making meaningful connections with the organization that share our heart for serving others. We’re excited about the new partnerships on the horizon and can’t wait to see what we accomplish together.

We had such a great time at Warren High School’s Community Resource Fair! We loved meeting so many students & families and sharing what What’s Up Crew is all about. Can’t wait to see you all on campus this school year!

We had such a great time at Warren High School’s Community Resource Fair! We loved meeting so many students & families and sharing what What’s Up Crew is all about. Can’t wait to see you all on campus this school year!

We had a great time at Columbus High School today connecting with students in summer school and introducing What’s up Crew and what we will be bringing to campus this upcoming school year!☀️📚

We were also joined by two Columbus alumni, one a former ASB student who came back to give their time and support with a lot of dedication & heart. 💪🏽

Moments like this are a great reminder of what What’s Up Crew is all about: helping students grow in leadership and carry it with them beyond graduation, just like these two did. 🙌🏽

If you’re interested in getting involved or bringing What’s Up Crew to your campus, we’d love to connect. 🤍

We had a great time at Columbus High School today connecting with students in summer school and introducing What’s up Crew and what we will be bringing to campus this upcoming school year!☀️📚

We were also joined by two Columbus alumni, one a former ASB student who came back to give their time and support with a lot of dedication & heart. 💪🏽

Moments like this are a great reminder of what What’s Up Crew is all about: helping students grow in leadership and carry it with them beyond graduation, just like these two did. 🙌🏽

If you’re interested in getting involved or bringing What’s Up Crew to your campus, we’d love to connect. 🤍

Today we kicked off our first Family Crew session of the summer, and it was so encouraging to see parents and guardians show up ready to strengthen connection and communication with their teens. ☀️

At What’s Up Crew, we believe strong parent-child relationships are the foundation for helping teens make positive choices and build a path toward success.

As we head into the upcoming school year, we’re excited to continue walking alongside families in our community and creating spaces that nurture those relationships.❤️

We have a lot in store… stay tuned👀

Today we kicked off our first Family Crew session of the summer, and it was so encouraging to see parents and guardians show up ready to strengthen connection and communication with their teens. ☀️

At What’s Up Crew, we believe strong parent-child relationships are the foundation for helping teens make positive choices and build a path toward success.

As we head into the upcoming school year, we’re excited to continue walking alongside families in our community and creating spaces that nurture those relationships.❤️

We have a lot in store… stay tuned👀

Join us for our first Family Crew meeting of the summer ☀️

Come connect with other parents and guardians as we talk about how we can best support our students throughout the school year 🍎 while designing your own canvas tote bag ✨

When: Friday, June 26, 2026 @ 9am
Where: Columbus High School Room B3

We hope to see you there!

Join us for our first Family Crew meeting of the summer ☀️

Come connect with other parents and guardians as we talk about how we can best support our students throughout the school year 🍎 while designing your own canvas tote bag ✨

When: Friday, June 26, 2026 @ 9am
Where: Columbus High School Room B3

We hope to see you there!

We had such a fun day touring California State University, Long Beach with @csulbprojectrebound, @woodruffacademy, and @columbus_highschool ! It was so special getting to see our students excited about their futures and thinking bigger about their goals and dreams. We are so proud to support them and remind them that they are capable of so much.

We had such a fun day touring California State University, Long Beach with @csulbprojectrebound, @woodruffacademy, and @columbus_highschool ! It was so special getting to see our students excited about their futures and thinking bigger about their goals and dreams. We are so proud to support them and remind them that they are capable of so much.

Still glowing from this past Saturday ✨
We’re so grateful for everyone who came out to the Glow Lounge and spent the day with us. Thank you for all the love, support, and good energy. We loved getting everyone ready for prom 💙 #prom2026 #grwm #columbushighschool #whatsupcrew

Still glowing from this past Saturday ✨
We’re so grateful for everyone who came out to the Glow Lounge and spent the day with us. Thank you for all the love, support, and good energy. We loved getting everyone ready for prom 💙 #prom2026 #grwm #columbushighschool #whatsupcrew

✨ What’s Up Crew 2026 Turning Point Scholarship ✨

This year, What’s Up Crew had the honor of awarding our very first student scholarships to an incredible group of young leaders.

Our 2026 theme, “Turning Point,” represents growth, resilience, and the courage to choose a path toward a brighter future. Each student selected demonstrated meaningful change through their dedication to personal growth, academic achievement, and professional success.

We are so proud to celebrate these students and the hard work, determination, and perseverance that brought them to this moment. Your journey is just beginning, and we cannot wait to see all that you accomplish.

Congratulations to our scholarship recipients 👏🎓

✨ What’s Up Crew 2026 Turning Point Scholarship ✨

This year, What’s Up Crew had the honor of awarding our very first student scholarships to an incredible group of young leaders.

Our 2026 theme, “Turning Point,” represents growth, resilience, and the courage to choose a path toward a brighter future. Each student selected demonstrated meaningful change through their dedication to personal growth, academic achievement, and professional success.

We are so proud to celebrate these students and the hard work, determination, and perseverance that brought them to this moment. Your journey is just beginning, and we cannot wait to see all that you accomplish.

Congratulations to our scholarship recipients 👏🎓

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
So grateful to be part of the wellness fair and support our students alongside so many amazing vendors. Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen!

Special thanks to @ositos.coffee @pa.le.carte @columbus_highschool

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
So grateful to be part of the wellness fair and support our students alongside so many amazing vendors. Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen!

Special thanks to @ositos.coffee @pa.le.carte @columbus_highschool

Prom should be a night every student feels confident and celebrated.

Our Glow Up Lounge will provide hair, makeup, nails, and corsages to make that happen.

Volunteer on May 9 or May 23, or donate to support prom tickets and services.

Sign up at whatsupcrew.org

#WhatsUpCrew #PromGlowUp #Volunteer #GiveBack #SupportStudents

Prom should be a night every student feels confident and celebrated.

Our Glow Up Lounge will provide hair, makeup, nails, and corsages to make that happen.

Volunteer on May 9 or May 23, or donate to support prom tickets and services.

Sign up at whatsupcrew.org

#WhatsUpCrew #PromGlowUp #Volunteer #GiveBack #SupportStudents

A huge thank you to everyone who donated suits and formal gowns to support our What’s Up Crew donation drive 🤍
Because of your generosity, so many students will have the opportunity to show up feeling confident, empowered, and ready for PROM. Your kindness truly makes a difference in ways that go far beyond clothing.

We are so grateful for this amazing community and the way you always show up to give back. 👔👗

If you would like to donate a suit or formal gown, we will be accepting donations until April 30✨

A huge thank you to everyone who donated suits and formal gowns to support our What’s Up Crew donation drive 🤍
Because of your generosity, so many students will have the opportunity to show up feeling confident, empowered, and ready for PROM. Your kindness truly makes a difference in ways that go far beyond clothing.

We are so grateful for this amazing community and the way you always show up to give back. 👔👗

If you would like to donate a suit or formal gown, we will be accepting donations until April 30✨

✨ Every student deserves to feel confident and celebrated on prom night. ✨

The Glow Up Lounge is here to make that happen by providing hair, makeup, nails, and everything needed to get students ready for their big moment. Sign up or donate today at whatsupcrew.org

✨ Every student deserves to feel confident and celebrated on prom night. ✨

The Glow Up Lounge is here to make that happen by providing hair, makeup, nails, and everything needed to get students ready for their big moment. Sign up or donate today at whatsupcrew.org

Today we spent time with our Columbus High School families connecting, creating, and just enjoying being together 🫶✨
From making soaps to sharing laughs, it was all about community and good energy 💙

Today we spent time with our Columbus High School families connecting, creating, and just enjoying being together 🫶✨
From making soaps to sharing laughs, it was all about community and good energy 💙

Parenting looks so different from one generation to the next, and sometimes it feels like the world is changing faster than we can keep up! 🌎💭

Join What’s Up Crew at our next Parent Crew meeting…let’s dive into bridging generational differences and finding new ways to connect.

🗓️ Thursday, April 16
⏰ 9am-10:30am
📍Columbus Highschool

Parenting looks so different from one generation to the next, and sometimes it feels like the world is changing faster than we can keep up! 🌎💭

Join What’s Up Crew at our next Parent Crew meeting…let’s dive into bridging generational differences and finding new ways to connect.

🗓️ Thursday, April 16
⏰ 9am-10:30am
📍Columbus Highschool

We had such a great time being part of Columbus High School’s Lionchella 🦁

Showing up and engaging with students is one of the ways we build real connections at What’s Up Crew . Our goal is to help each student feel seen, supported, and confident knowing they’ve got people in their corner. 🙌🏽

Huge thank you to Columbus High School for having us and letting us be part of such an awesome event! 🎡

We had such a great time being part of Columbus High School’s Lionchella 🦁

Showing up and engaging with students is one of the ways we build real connections at What’s Up Crew . Our goal is to help each student feel seen, supported, and confident knowing they’ve got people in their corner. 🙌🏽

Huge thank you to Columbus High School for having us and letting us be part of such an awesome event! 🎡

✨ CALLING OUR COMMUNITY ✨

What’s Up Crew is hosting a Formal Dress Donation Drive to help make prom night unforgettable for our students and we need your help!

If you have any gently used formal dresses in your closet, consider donating them to a student in need. Your dress could help someone feel confident, beautiful, and ready to shine on one of the most memorable nights of their life 💃

👗 Gently used formal dresses (all sizes welcome)

SWIPE for donation details and drop-off locations✨

#DressDrive #PromReady #WhatsUpCrew #CommunitySupport

✨ CALLING OUR COMMUNITY ✨

What’s Up Crew is hosting a Formal Dress Donation Drive to help make prom night unforgettable for our students and we need your help!

If you have any gently used formal dresses in your closet, consider donating them to a student in need. Your dress could help someone feel confident, beautiful, and ready to shine on one of the most memorable nights of their life 💃

👗 Gently used formal dresses (all sizes welcome)

SWIPE for donation details and drop-off locations✨

#DressDrive #PromReady #WhatsUpCrew #CommunitySupport

A huge thank you to our incredible community and everyone who donated a suit or dress to our Suit Up Crew! Because of your generosity, our students now have the confidence and opportunity to dress their best for formal events and job interviews. This wouldn’t be possible without your support. 👗👔

A huge shoutout to Councilman Hector Sosa and Downey PD’s Captain Maria Villegas for all their help in making this possible for our students! We are so grateful! 🙌🏽

If you have a suit or dress you’d like to donate, send us a DM for drop-off locations ❤️

A huge thank you to our incredible community and everyone who donated a suit or dress to our Suit Up Crew! Because of your generosity, our students now have the confidence and opportunity to dress their best for formal events and job interviews. This wouldn’t be possible without your support. 👗👔

A huge shoutout to Councilman Hector Sosa and Downey PD’s Captain Maria Villegas for all their help in making this possible for our students! We are so grateful! 🙌🏽

If you have a suit or dress you’d like to donate, send us a DM for drop-off locations ❤️

✨THRIVING THURSDAY✨

Last Thursday, we had the chance to hear from Horacio Ortiz, Mayor Pro Tem of Downey, and it was such a great experience for our students. He shared his journey, the hard work it took to get where he is, and reminded them that nothing comes easy, but it’s always worth it.

He encouraged our students to believe in themselves, work hard for what they care about, and use their voice to make a difference with their peers, at school, and in their community.

Thank you Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz for taking the time to invest in our students and inspire them to keep going after their goals and dreams 🙌

✨THRIVING THURSDAY✨

Last Thursday, we had the chance to hear from Horacio Ortiz, Mayor Pro Tem of Downey, and it was such a great experience for our students. He shared his journey, the hard work it took to get where he is, and reminded them that nothing comes easy, but it’s always worth it.

He encouraged our students to believe in themselves, work hard for what they care about, and use their voice to make a difference with their peers, at school, and in their community.

Thank you Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz for taking the time to invest in our students and inspire them to keep going after their goals and dreams 🙌

Yesterday we officially launched our parent program “THE PARENT CREW”

We believe supporting students starts with empowering families. The Parent Crew is a space for connection, mentorship, and community. It is a program designed to bring parents and guardians together to support, uplift, and grow alongside their students. ❤️

Our desire is that parents will gain the support they need to help their students thrive while they are in school and beyond ✨

If you would like to join the Parent Crew, send us a DM and we will get you connected🙌🏽

Yesterday we officially launched our parent program “THE PARENT CREW”

We believe supporting students starts with empowering families. The Parent Crew is a space for connection, mentorship, and community. It is a program designed to bring parents and guardians together to support, uplift, and grow alongside their students. ❤️

Our desire is that parents will gain the support they need to help their students thrive while they are in school and beyond ✨

If you would like to join the Parent Crew, send us a DM and we will get you connected🙌🏽

Meet Julia — ASB Graphic Designer 🎨

Julia is the creative mind behind many of the posters and designs around campus. We’re proud to see her using her creativity and leadership to make a difference in ASB!

#ASB #StudentLeadership #GraphicDesigner #CampusCreatives #SchoolSpirit CreativeStudents ASBLeadership

Meet Julia — ASB Graphic Designer 🎨

Julia is the creative mind behind many of the posters and designs around campus. We’re proud to see her using her creativity and leadership to make a difference in ASB!

#ASB #StudentLeadership #GraphicDesigner #CampusCreatives #SchoolSpirit CreativeStudents ASBLeadership

Thank you to @homeboyindustries for coming out on our thriving Thursday and encouraging our students. Your message reminded them that no matter where they come from, there are always people who believe in them and want to see them succeed. We are so grateful to hear these powerful and encouraging stories. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 #WhatsUpCrew #HomeboyIndustries #CommunitySupport #YouthEmpowerment #Inspiration SecondChances

Thank you to @homeboyindustries for coming out on our thriving Thursday and encouraging our students. Your message reminded them that no matter where they come from, there are always people who believe in them and want to see them succeed. We are so grateful to hear these powerful and encouraging stories. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 #WhatsUpCrew #HomeboyIndustries #CommunitySupport #YouthEmpowerment #Inspiration SecondChances

Our founder Julie Garcia was recently invited onto the Downey Patriot podcast and featured in a Downey Patriot news article, sharing her journey and why creating safe, empowering spaces for students matters so much to us.

We’re honored to see our story reaching more of our community and grateful for every chance to highlight the brilliance and resilience of the youth we get to walk alongside. 💛

Listen to the podcast and read the full article at the link in our bio. ✨

@downeypatriot

Our founder Julie Garcia was recently invited onto the Downey Patriot podcast and featured in a Downey Patriot news article, sharing her journey and why creating safe, empowering spaces for students matters so much to us.

We’re honored to see our story reaching more of our community and grateful for every chance to highlight the brilliance and resilience of the youth we get to walk alongside. 💛

Listen to the podcast and read the full article at the link in our bio. ✨

@downeypatriot

Thank you for visiting our booth at the 5K for TLC! 💙 We are so grateful for the love and support our city continues to show What’s Up Crew. We’re excited for what’s ahead and grateful to grow alongside this amazing community.

#WhatsUpCrew #DowneyCommunity #communityimpact #ourwhy

Thank you for visiting our booth at the 5K for TLC! 💙 We are so grateful for the love and support our city continues to show What’s Up Crew. We’re excited for what’s ahead and grateful to grow alongside this amazing community.

#WhatsUpCrew #DowneyCommunity #communityimpact #ourwhy

A wonderful and inspiring conversation with the Port of Long Beach’s Alejandra Guitron 🌊

Thank you for joining us and sharing your leadership and insight. Moments like this remind us why showing up with purpose truly matters.

#PortOfLongBeach #LeadershipMatters #CommunityImpact #WomenInLeadership #ProfessionalGrowth WhatsUpCrew StayInspired

A wonderful and inspiring conversation with the Port of Long Beach’s Alejandra Guitron 🌊

Thank you for joining us and sharing your leadership and insight. Moments like this remind us why showing up with purpose truly matters.

#PortOfLongBeach #LeadershipMatters #CommunityImpact #WomenInLeadership #ProfessionalGrowth WhatsUpCrew StayInspired

Grateful for the opportunity to speak at Downey Kiwanis Los Amigos with Columbus High School and share our mission and programs. ✨

Strong community partnerships help us give our students the support they need to thrive in school and in life. 💪🏽

Grateful for the opportunity to speak at Downey Kiwanis Los Amigos with Columbus High School and share our mission and programs. ✨

Strong community partnerships help us give our students the support they need to thrive in school and in life. 💪🏽

Meet Columbus High School’s ASB President 🎉
We’re so excited to be working with their student leaders and to see all the hard work they’ve already achieved. So inspiring to watch young leadership in action!

Meet Columbus High School’s ASB President 🎉
We’re so excited to be working with their student leaders and to see all the hard work they’ve already achieved. So inspiring to watch young leadership in action!

Thriving Thursdays at Columbus High School 📌
Students took part in a Q&A with the Downey Police Department to learn about their roles, career paths, and what serving our local community looks like. Grateful for honest conversations and community connection.

Thriving Thursdays at Columbus High School 📌
Students took part in a Q&A with the Downey Police Department to learn about their roles, career paths, and what serving our local community looks like. Grateful for honest conversations and community connection.

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