GRANITE UNITED WAY
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Granite United Way is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts, having distributed a total of $1.3 million across 156 grantees in 2024. The organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, offering grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Granite United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY ADVANCES THE COMMON GOOD BY ENGAGING THE CARING POWER OF OUR COMMUNITY. OUR FOCUS IS ON EDUCATION, INCOME AND HEALTH - THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR A GOOD QUALITY OF LIFE. UNITED WAY ENGAGES PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS WHO BRING THE PASSION, EXPERTISE AND RESOURCES NEEDED TO GET THINGS DONE.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Granite Young Men's Christian Association
$637.5K
7%
Greater Seacoast Community Health
$362.9K
4%
Manchester Neighborhood Housing Services Inc
$306.1K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
91
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to GRANITE UNITED WAY?
No. GRANITE UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does GRANITE UNITED WAY give?
GRANITE UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are GRANITE UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from GRANITE UNITED WAY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does GRANITE UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2024, GRANITE UNITED WAY awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did GRANITE UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2025, GRANITE UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include The Granite Young Men's Christian Association, Greater Seacoast Community Health, and Manchester Neighborhood Housing Services Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to GRANITE UNITED WAY?
GRANITE UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.