UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC
GURNEE, IL, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
36-2167949
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DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
GURNEE, IL, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
36-2167949
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DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
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The United Way of Lake County Inc, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses its grantmaking primarily in Illinois, with additional support in Missouri and California. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITING LEADERSHIP AND RESOURCES TO CREATE LASTING CHANGE THAT WILL AND SAVE (CONTINUED IN SCH. O) LIVES IN LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

One Hope United
$1.9M
17%
PERSONAL ASSISTANCE TELEPHONE HELP INC
$888.7K
8%

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
$669.4K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$12.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$16K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC give?
UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, Missouri, and California. 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 LAKE COUNTY INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include One Hope United, PERSONAL ASSISTANCE TELEPHONE HELP INC, and Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC?
UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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