UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION
Albany, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
14-1364505
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
Albany, NY, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
14-1364505
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Fund Raising & Fund Distribution
Regional Funder
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The United Way of the Greater Capital Region is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in New York, Virginia, and California. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE PEOPLES' LIVES THROUGH THE INVESTMENT OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES. THE VISION IS TO BE THE LEADER IN BRINGING PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TOGETHER TO ACHIEVE MEASURABLE AND SUSTAINABLE IMPROVEMENTS IN THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN OUR COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
1
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
TRINITY ALLIANCE OF THE CAPITAL REGION INC
$1M
5%
MECHANICVILLE AREA COMM SRVCS CTR INC
$1M
5%
COMMUNITY HEALTH CHARITIES OF NY INC
$812K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
55
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION?
No. UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION give?
UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Virginia, and California. 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 UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION 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 UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION make each year?
In 2023, UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION awarded grants to about 220 grantees. Recent grantees include TRINITY ALLIANCE OF THE CAPITAL REGION INC, MECHANICVILLE AREA COMM SRVCS CTR INC, and COMMUNITY HEALTH CHARITIES OF NY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION?
UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.