UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY
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The United Way of Whiteside County is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Illinois and Iowa. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with United Way of Whiteside County can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
PROVIDING DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP IN UNITING PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TO CREATE LASTING CHANGE THAT IMPROVES LIVES AND STRENGTHENS OUR COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE SAUK VALLEY
$1.4M
26%
STERLING-ROCK FALLS FAMILY YMCA
$890K
17%
WHITESIDE COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
$458.7K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$13.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$14.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY?
No. UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY give?
UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois and Iowa. 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 WHITESIDE COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY 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 WHITESIDE COUNTY make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $383 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE SAUK VALLEY, STERLING-ROCK FALLS FAMILY YMCA, and WHITESIDE COUNTY SENIOR CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY?
UNITED WAY OF WHITESIDE COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.