UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY
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The United Way of Bergen County is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in New Jersey, with additional support in Illinois and Texas. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in applying for grants can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WE ARE BUILDING. IN EVERY ASPECT OF OUR WORK, WE ARE BUILDING BETTER LIVES, BETTER COMMUNITIES AND BETTER FUTURES. WE ARE CHANGING LIVES - DIRECTLY AND CONCRETELY. WE HAVE BUILT A STRONG FOUNDATION BUT THERE IS MORE WORK THAT MUST BE DONE. OUR COMMITMENT IS TO ASSIST THE MOST VULNERABLE RESIDENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY BY DEVELOPING PROGRAMS AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES TO ADDRESS UNMET NEEDS. HELP STARTS WITH 2-1-1 OUR FREE AND SIMPLE STATEWIDE SERVICE THAT ANSWERS EVERY CALL FOR HELP. WE HELP IN A CRISIS. WE ARE TURNING LIVES AROUND WITH INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO OUR COMMUNITY'S MOST CRITICAL PROBLEMS LIKE HOUSING WORKS, OUR DEVELOPMENT EFFORT TO INCREASE THE SUPPLY OF HOMES THAT PEOPLE CAN AFFORD, AND ENABLE SOME VERY SPECIAL PEOPLE TO LIVE INDEPENDENTLY.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
KPMG US FOUNDATION INC
$12.3M
13%
UNITED WAY OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO INC
$3.8M
4%
UNITED WAY OF METROPOLITAN DALLAS INC
$3.3M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
418
Median 1st year grant
$7.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY?
No. UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY give?
UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in New Jersey, Illinois, and Texas. 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 BERGEN COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,133. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY awarded about 420 grants, totaling nearly $8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY awarded grants to about 1,420 grantees. Recent grantees include KPMG US FOUNDATION INC, UNITED WAY OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO INC, and UNITED WAY OF METROPOLITAN DALLAS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY?
UNITED WAY OF BERGEN COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.