UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION
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The United Way of the Capital Region is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Pennsylvania, with additional funding in Washington, D.C., and New York. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in applying for funding can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The mission of United Way of the Capital Region is to improve lives in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties by identifying the most pressing community needs, finding solutions to those needs, and demonstrating how these solutions are making a difference.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YWCA GREATER HARRISBURG
$4.5M
7%
AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS & ITS CONSTITUENT CHAPTERS AND BRANCHES
$4.1M
6%
DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG
$3.2M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
67
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION?
No. UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION give?
UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, District Of Columbia, and New York. 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 CAPITAL REGION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,960. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION awarded grants to about 310 grantees. Recent grantees include YWCA GREATER HARRISBURG, AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS & ITS CONSTITUENT CHAPTERS AND BRANCHES, and DIOCESE OF HARRISBURG. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION?
UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL REGION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.