AI Summary
The United Way of Spencer is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that awarded $664.6K in grants to 19 grantees in 2025. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with United Way of Spencer can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY OF SPENCER DISTRIBUTES FUNDS TO LOCAL CHARITIES THAT HAVE BEEN COLLECTED IN AN ORGANIZED CONCISE MANNER FROM THE PUBLIC DURING ITS ANNUAL FUND DRIVE.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
HARTLEY COMMUNITY DAYCARE
Hartley, IA
$609K
31%
CENTERS AGAINST ABUSE & SEXUAL ASSA
Spencer, IA
$316.5K
16%
GRAND AVENUE COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Spencer, IA
$233.6K
12%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$9.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$11K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF SPENCER?
No. UNITED WAY OF SPENCER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF SPENCER give?
UNITED WAY OF SPENCER primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, District Of Columbia, and Illinois. 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 SPENCER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF SPENCER fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,850. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF SPENCER make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF SPENCER awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $665 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF SPENCER fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF SPENCER awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include HARTLEY COMMUNITY DAYCARE, CENTERS AGAINST ABUSE & SEXUAL ASSA, and GRAND AVENUE COMMUNITY OUTREACH. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF SPENCER?
UNITED WAY OF SPENCER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.