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Houston, we have a solution.

#WeGotUs is a powerful community response collective, stepping in to support pregnant mothers, infants, and young children across Houston in times of crisis. During natural disasters and emergencies, we provide vital supplies — diapers, wipes, formula, and water — directly to those who need them most.

Our impactful response to recent derecho storms and other emergency situations has been covered by local media, with features in Houston Landing and the Houston Chronicle.

About

Meet the Collective

#WeGotUs is a community-powered collective of individuals and partner organizations, coming together to show up for our neighbors during life’s toughest moments. When disaster strikes, we respond as one, bringing comfort, essentials, and a caring presence to families in the hardest-hit parts of Houston.

With over 100 volunteers and numerous community partner organizations, we mobilize swiftly to assess needs, deliver supplies, and ensure that vulnerable families receive the help they deserve.

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Founder & Director

Sierra McClain
AKA Sierra Sankofa

As the visionary behind #WeGotUs, Sierra leads with a deep commitment to maternal health and community care. Her background in advocacy and community organizing ensures that #WeGotUs is both strategic and compassionate in every aspect of its work.

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Volunteer & Logistics Coordinator

Lisa E. Harris
AKA Li

Li, an interdisciplinary artist, performer, and founder of Studio Enertia, is our Volunteer and Logistics Coordinator. Her skills in creative direction and community engagement are essential in coordinating our volunteer network and managing the logistics that keep #WeGotUs running smoothly.

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How We Respond

How We Respond

#WeGotUs activates a rapid response whenever a natural disaster, or other such event, affects Houston. By delivering diapers, wipes, formula, and water to underserved neighborhoods and areas most affected, we aim to fill immediate needs and support families through tough times.

Our Service Focus

We prioritize underserved, impoverished, and high-need areas of Houston, communities that often bear the greatest burden in the wake of a natural disaster.

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Crisis Support

ACTIVATION: Our response begins within hours of a disaster, with needs assessed and resources mobilized by our collective of volunteers.

DISTRIBUTION MODEL: Supplies are distributed through pop-up events and direct outreach in heavily impacted neighborhoods. Community partnerships help us bring critical resources to the families who need them most.

COLLABORATION: In partnership with organizations that support our mission, we align our resources and plans to deliver safe, efficient assistance to the Houston community.

Get Involved

Join the #WeGotUs Collective

For inquiries, reach out to our text-only line at (281) 698-0712

Become a vital part of our collective by assisting with distribution events, logistics, and community outreach.

We gratefully accept donations of diapers, wipes, formula, and water — essential items needed to serve Houston’s families during emergencies.

Drop-Off Process: Donors must be available to either meet with a #WeGotUs volunteer for item collection or to drop donations at our storage location in Kingwood, TX.

Financial Support: Financial contributions are accepted via Venmo. Your donation supports operational expenses and the purchase of emergency supplies.

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Stay Updated

Subscribe to our newsletter for quarterly updates on our work, upcoming events, and ways you can help. 

Follow #WeGotUs on social media to stay connected, share our mission, and support Houston families in times of need.

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Text-Only: (281) 698-0712

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