UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN
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The United Way of South Central Michigan is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Michigan, while also supporting projects in Illinois and Washington, D.C. With a total of $8.2 million in grants paid to 284 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN STRIVES FOR CARING, CONNECTED, EQUITABLE COMMUNITIES.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF KALAMAZOO MI
$5.1M
6%
FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES INC
$3.7M
4%
HOUSING RESOURCES INC
$3.6M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
188
Median 1st year grant
$19.9K
Median 2nd year grant
$23.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN?
No. UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN give?
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Illinois, and District Of Columbia. 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 SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN awarded about 190 grants, totaling nearly $8.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN awarded grants to about 280 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF KALAMAZOO MI, FAMILY & CHILDREN SERVICES INC, and HOUSING RESOURCES INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN?
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH CENTRAL MICHIGAN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.