About
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is a national nonprofit headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, that promotes the independence and inclusion of people with cerebral palsy, intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities. Through a network of independent affiliates across North America, UCP delivers services and support to people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.
Mission
UCP works to advance the independence, productivity, and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, delivering its mission through a network of affiliates united by shared values, mutual support, and a commitment to innovation.
What they do
- Information and referrals for people with disabilities and their families.
- Advocacy at the national and community level, along with research and education.
- Home and community-based services, including residential services.
- Early intervention therapies for children.
- Employment supports, including job coaching.
- Recreational programs.
History
UCP was founded in 1949 by Leonard H. Goldenson and Jack Hausman, together with their wives, to serve families with children with cerebral palsy. It has since grown into a network serving people with a broad range of intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities.
Scale and impact
According to the organization, UCP's network of affiliates serves approximately 200,000 children and adults with disabilities annually across North America. Each affiliate is an independent 501(c)(3) organization with its own leadership and Board of Directors, while the national organization provides the network's shared identity and advocacy voice.
Financials
Per its Form 990 data on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer for the fiscal year ending September 2025, the UCP national organization (United Cerebral Palsy Inc, EIN 20-3568840) reported total revenue of $4.0 million (56.7 percent from contributions, 28.9 percent from program services), total expenses of $2.9 million, and net assets of $12.8 million. These figures cover the national office; affiliate organizations file separately.
Governance
Armando Contreras serves as President and CEO of the national organization, and Ouida Spencer serves as volunteer Board Chair (per the FY2025 filing on ProPublica). UCP's headquarters are at 8401 Old Courthouse Rd., Vienna, VA 22182.