
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA

UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA
AI Summary
The United Way of Central Minnesota is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting local nonprofits through a relationship-based approach, providing a total of $1.5 million in grants to 80 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for grantmaking. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
TO IMPROVE PEOPLE'S LIVES BY MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA.
Cause Areas
4
Education
Health
Human services
Community and economic development
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Populations
3
Indigenous peoples
Multiracial people
People of African descent
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ST CLOUD
$4.9M
24%
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA
$2.3M
11%

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL MN
$1.2M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
41
Median 1st year grant
$17.7K
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 CENTRAL MINNESOTA?
No. UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA give?
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, Tennessee, and 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 CENTRAL MINNESOTA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $18 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ST CLOUD, BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA, and BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL MN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA?
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL MINNESOTA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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