UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES
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The United Way of 1000 Lakes is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the organization distributed a total of $75,000 across 20 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE LIVES BY MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF ITASCA-AREA
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ITASCA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA INC
$224.4K
14%
ELDERCIRCLE
$145.3K
9%
SECOND HARVEST NORTH CENTRAL FOOD BANK
$138.3K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$10.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$11.7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES?
No. UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES give?
UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. 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 1000 LAKES’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES 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 UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $75 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include ITASCA COUNTY FAMILY YMCA INC, ELDERCIRCLE, and SECOND HARVEST NORTH CENTRAL FOOD BANK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES?
UNITED WAY OF 1000 LAKES does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.