FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY
AI Summary
FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits within its community. In 2025, it awarded a total of $5.2K across 54 grantees. The organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO IMPROVE LIVES IN THE COMMUNITIES SERVED THROUGH FUNDRAISING AND BY PROVIDING LEADERSHIP IN FOSTERING COLLABORATION AND LEVERAGING RESOURCES TO FOCUS ON SOLVING THE IDENTIFIED COMMUNITY PROBLEMS.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX RIVER VALLEY
Aurora, IL
$431.2K
11%
PUBLIC ACTION TO DELIVER SHELTER INC D/B/A HESED HOUSE
AURORA, IL
$369.7K
9%
MUTUAL GROUND INC
Aurora, IL
$278.1K
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY?
No. FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY give?
FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in 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 FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2025, FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $5,250. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2025, FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE FOX RIVER VALLEY, PUBLIC ACTION TO DELIVER SHELTER INC D/B/A HESED HOUSE, and MUTUAL GROUND INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY?
FOX VALLEY UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.