A nonprofit dedicated to enhancing youth through music, arts, and education.
About The Youth Unite
The Youth Unite is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and inspiring young people through the transformative power of music, education, and community support. We strive to create safe, uplifting spaces where youth can build character, gain confidence, and discover their potential.
Serving the Stateline Area, The Youth Unite reaches students through engaging Character Education Assemblies, anti-suicide awareness programs, and music therapy scholarships, ensuring that no child feels alone in their struggles. We believe every young person deserves the chance to express themselves creatively and heal through positive outlets.
Our programs include:
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Concerts Showcasing Youth Talent
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Free Summer Concerts in the Parks
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Music School & Therapy Programs
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Summer Camps and Youth Programs
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Healthy Living and Etiquette Workshops
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Suicide Prevention and Anti-Bullying Initiatives
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Youth Led Film & Art Projects
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Starting in 2015, The Youth Unite was awarded a grant from Ecolab to launch our Music Therapy program, which has since made a profound impact. This program has transformed countless lives, providing healing and hope to local youth affected by trauma and abuse. Ecolab has been our main supporter and supports greatly to the local community.
Bullying: an act of repeated aggressive behavior in order to intentionally hurt another person, physically or mentally.
Bullying can happen anywhere. A cruel text message, being ignored or a physical harm can make you feel ignored and insignificant. At the Youth Unite you are valued! We want to hear your story and show you that YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
The Youth Unite reaches out to youth in the Stateline Area through music therapy programs and our visits to schools to present our Character Education Assembly. If you are a victim of bullying or other emotional trauma, we are here to let you know, YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Working Together
for Youth!
Our Partnership With Literacy for Life
In 2024, The Youth Unite partnered with Literacy for Life to strengthen our shared mission of helping children thrive from their earliest years. Research shows that in the first five years of life, 80% of the brain is formed, and music plays a vital role in healthy brain development. Through this partnership, we combine the proven benefits of our Music Therapy programs with Literacy for Life’s early learning approach, ensuring that every child has the tools to succeed in school and in life.
Locally, this work is part of The Basics Movement in Rock County, powered by the Stateline Community Foundation in collaboration with The Basics, Inc. The Basics approach — launched by the Achievement Gap Initiative at Harvard University and the Black Philanthropy Fund — focuses on fostering early childhood readiness through strong parent support and community engagement.
By integrating music, literacy, and family support, we’re working together to build brighter futures for at-risk and underserved youth in our community.
Volunteer With Us!
We welcome volunteers of all ages and backgrounds to help bring our concerts, community events, and educational programs to life. From setting up stages to serving popcorn, guiding families, running activity tables, or assisting with music and tech, every role helps us create welcoming, memorable experiences for youth.
Whether you can give a few hours or join us throughout the season, your time and talents make a real difference. Volunteer opportunities are fun, flexible, and family-friendly — perfect for individuals, groups, or students earning service hours.
Feedback
Beloit Daily News
"Making it better for the next generation."
Amanda Isunza
Counselor with the Beloit Sexual Assault Recovery Program
"The Youth Unite has been very helpful to my clients. Through music and art, they have found a much needed outlet to express their feelings and emotions. I am grateful for the help and support provided by The Youth Unite!"
Mother of Music Therapy Students
"The music therapy program has been a blessing to my children! They look forward to it every week. It has made our lives better."
Brittnay founded The Youth Unite in 2008 as Miss Beloit and she continued to strengthen the project as Miss Madison Capital City. After retiring from the Miss America Organization, Brittnay graduate cum laude from Beloit College and magna cum laude from St. Thomas University School of Law. Brittnay is now a member of the Florida Bar. While in law school Brittnay was an active participant in the St. Thomas Public Interest Law Society, Criminal Law Society, Palermo Program, Phi Alpha Phi, and Phi Alpha Delta. Brittnay's dedication to academics and education reform is evidenced by her passion for pro bono activism and strengthening artistic programs for at-risk youth.
While in law school, The St. Thomas Law Review extended an invitation to Brittnay to compose a comment about a novel issue of law. Brittnay chose to write about the struggles of bullying victims in Florida and the limited relief offered to these victims by Florida courts. Brittnay will continue to lobby on behalf of victims of bullying as she uses her Juris Doctor to help those who need legal assistance.
Meet Our Founder:
Brittnay Lee Wittnebel, Esq.
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