UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY
AI Summary
Was this helpful?
The United Way of Illinois Valley is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Illinois. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF ALL PEOPLE BY GATHERING AND DISTRIBUTION, IN AN EFFICIENT AND ACCOUNTABLE MANNER, COMMUNITY RESOURCES WHICH RESPOND TO PRIORITY HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE NEEDS.
Cause Areas
2
Health
Foundations
Explore this org's ecosystem
See top causes for this funder's grantees, who else funds them, and their grants.
Explore this org's ecosystem
See top causes for this funder's grantees, who else funds them, and their grants.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ILLINOIS VALLEY FOOD PANTRY
$144.6K
14%
LIGHTED WAY ASSOCIATION INC
$132.8K
13%
YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU OF ILLINOIS VALLEY
$114.3K
11%
Evaluate your own portfolio
Understand the health of your own grantees and uncover signs of risk.
Evaluate your own portfolio
Understand the health of your own grantees and uncover signs of risk.
Total No. of Grants
10
Median 1st year grant
$8.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$9.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY?
No. UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY give?
UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY 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 UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,654. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $95 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include ILLINOIS VALLEY FOOD PANTRY, LIGHTED WAY ASSOCIATION INC, and YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU OF ILLINOIS VALLEY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY?
UNITED WAY OF ILLINOIS VALLEY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.