United South End Settlements (USES) is an independent nonprofit private foundation based in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1892, the mission of United South End Settlements is to harness the power of diverse communities to disrupt the cycle of poverty for children and their families. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of directors.United South End Settlements' investment portfolio is valued at over $1.1 million as of June 30, 2018, with investments in private equity, publicly-traded securities, and cash.