UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG

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The United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Virginia, with additional funding in North Carolina and Illinois. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT EXISTS TO MOBILIZE THE CARING POWER OF OUR LOCAL COMMUNITIES TO HELP THOSE IN NEED AND TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL PEOPLE TO THRIVE.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

FAMILY LIFELINE
$5M
5%

YWCA RICHMOND
$2.6M
2%

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METRO RICHMOND
$2.2M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
100
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG?
No. UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG give?
UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, North Carolina, 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 GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG awarded grants to about 220 grantees. Recent grantees include FAMILY LIFELINE, YWCA RICHMOND, and BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METRO RICHMOND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG?
UNITED WAY OF GREATER RICHMOND & PETERSBURG does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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