United Way of North Central Iowa
AI Summary
The United Way of North Central Iowa is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits within the region. In 2025, it paid out a total of $239.9K across 33 grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding. Please note that this organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Seeking to build a stronger, more caring community by forming partnerships with businesses, community experts, education & health & human service agencies to achieve targeted outcomes & sustained changes in community conditions which will improve the lives of Iowans.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NIAD CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT INC
MASON CITY, IA
$618K
16%
NORTH IOWA TRANSITION AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES INC
MASON CITY, IA
$296.2K
8%
COMMUNITY KITCHEN OF NORTH IA INC
Mason City, IA
$281.2K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$18.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to United Way of North Central Iowa?
No. United Way of North Central Iowa does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does United Way of North Central Iowa give?
United Way of North Central Iowa primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa and Nebraska. 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 North Central Iowa’s grants?
The largest share of grants from United Way of North Central Iowa fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does United Way of North Central Iowa make each year?
In 2025, United Way of North Central Iowa awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $240 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did United Way of North Central Iowa fund recently?
In 2025, United Way of North Central Iowa awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include NIAD CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT INC, NORTH IOWA TRANSITION AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES INC, and COMMUNITY KITCHEN OF NORTH IA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to United Way of North Central Iowa?
United Way of North Central Iowa does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.