Char-Em United Way IncClosed
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AI Summary
Char-Em United Way Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives in its local community. In 2021, it awarded a total of $100,000 across 17 grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model that is by invitation only. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with this funder.
Mission Statement
Char-Em United Way serves as a catalyst to develop new strategies and services to meet currently unmet needs, primarily in the areas of education, income stability, and community health. Char-Em United Way also provides financial and other support to effective health and human service programs which meet identified community needs, serves as the local administer for the Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program, coordinates volunteers for community organizations, provides prescription discount cards, and advocates for area citizens.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Health
Basic and emergency aid
Food banks
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION
Traverse City, MI
$286.4K
24%
Womens Resource Center of Northern Michigan Inc
Petoskey, MI
$149.4K
12%
THE MANNA FOOD PROJECT INC DBA - THE MANNA FOOD PROJECT
Harbor Springs, MI
$120.7K
10%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$8K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Char-Em United Way Inc?
No. Char-Em United Way Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Char-Em United Way Inc give?
Char-Em United Way Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. 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 Char-Em United Way Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Char-Em United Way Inc fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $8,028. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Char-Em United Way Inc make each year?
In 2021, Char-Em United Way Inc awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $100 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Char-Em United Way Inc fund recently?
In 2022, Char-Em United Way Inc awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION, Womens Resource Center of Northern Michigan Inc, and THE MANNA FOOD PROJECT INC DBA - THE MANNA FOOD PROJECT. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Char-Em United Way Inc?
Char-Em United Way Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.