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UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC

UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC

GURNEE, IL, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
36-2167949
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
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UNITED WAY OF LAKE COUNTY INC

GURNEE, IL, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
36-2167949
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder

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Est.

1940

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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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.
Total Funding Given

$1.6M

2024
Grantees funded
102
Multi-year grantees
60%
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Total No. of Grants

30

Median 1st year grant
$12.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$16K
K
Kristi Long
Board Member
G
Glenda G Abbott
Board Member
S
Steve Carlson
Board Member

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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