THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA
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The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Pennsylvania, with additional funding in Ohio and New York. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with The United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY LEADS AND MOBILIZES THE CARING POWER OF INDIVIDUALS, THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY AND ORGANIZATIONS TO HELP PEOPLE IN NEED MEASURABLY IMPROVE THEIR LIVES, CREATING LONG LASTING CHANGE FOR THE BETTERMENT OF RESIDENTS IN ALLEGHENY, ARMSTRONG, BUTLER, FAYETTE AND WESTMORELAND COUNTIES.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICE OF PITTSBURGH
$6.5M
3%
YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN'S HEBREW ASSOCIATION AND IRENE KAUFMANN CENT
$5.1M
3%
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION
$5M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
437
Median 1st year grant
$9.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA?
No. THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA give?
THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, Ohio, 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 THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,394. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA make each year?
In 2025, THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA awarded about 440 grants, totaling nearly $14.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA fund recently?
In 2025, THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA awarded grants to about 740 grantees. Recent grantees include JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICE OF PITTSBURGH, YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN'S HEBREW ASSOCIATION AND IRENE KAUFMANN CENT, and CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PITTSBURGH FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA?
THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.