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Kishwaukee United Way

Kishwaukee United Way

Dekalb, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-6158489
Regional Funder
Logo for "Kishwaukee United Way"

Kishwaukee United Way

Dekalb, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-6158489
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

2004

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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Kishwaukee United Way is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Illinois and North Carolina. The organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Kishwaukee United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To improve lives by sharing community resources
Total Funding Given

$71.8K

2025
Grantees funded
19
Multi-year grantees
84%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

8

Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$14K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
R
Robert Heck
Board Member
A
Aaron Latshaw
Board Member
D
Dave Leifheit
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Kishwaukee United Way?
No. Kishwaukee United Way does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Kishwaukee United Way give?
Kishwaukee United Way primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois and North Carolina. 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 Kishwaukee United Way’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Kishwaukee United Way fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Kishwaukee United Way make each year?
In 2025, Kishwaukee United Way awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $72 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Kishwaukee United Way fund recently?
In 2025, Kishwaukee United Way awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER OF, CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER INC, and VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Kishwaukee United Way?
Kishwaukee United Way does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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