BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY
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The Brookings Area United Way is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in South Dakota, with additional support in Washington D.C. and Illinois. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Brookings Area United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
DONATE MONIES TO AGENCIES IN THE BROOKINGS AREA IN NEED OF FINANCIAL ASSITANCE.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE NORTHERN PLAINS INC
$1.2M
19%
BROOKINGS AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY
$595.4K
9%
Brookings Foundation
$410.5K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
21
Median 1st year grant
$18.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$19.7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY?
No. BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY give?
BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota, 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 BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2025, BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $449 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2025, BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE NORTHERN PLAINS INC, BROOKINGS AREA TRANSIT AUTHORITY, and Brookings Foundation. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY?
BROOKINGS AREA UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.