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Est.

1955

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The United Way of Southeast Missouri Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within Southeast Missouri. With a total of $265.9K in grants paid to 24 grantees in 2025, this funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

EDUCATION - TO FUND PROGRAMS THAT ALLOW CHILDREN IN OUR COMMUNITY TO HAVE THE ASSETS AND SKILLS NECESSARY TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN SCHOOL AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME SELF SUFFICIENT AND PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF SOCIETY. INCOME - WE FUND PROGRAMS THAT HELP FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY BECOME CAPABLE OF MEETING THEIR OWN NEEDS AND BE FINANCIALLY SELF SUPPORTING BY INCREASING INCOME, BUILDING SAVINGS, AND GAINING AND SUSTAINING ASSETS. HEALTH - TO FUND PROGRAMS THAT HELP SENIORS AND THOSE WITH DISABILITIES REMAIN INDEPENDENT WITH A GOOD QUALITY OF LIFE FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE AND TO PREVENT ABUSE THROUGH EDUCATION AND PROVIDE VICTIMS OF ABUSE RECOVERY AND OR ADVOCACY SERVICES.
Total Funding Given
$265.9K
2025
Grantees funded
24
Multi-year grantees
75%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$13K
Median 2nd year grant
$14.4K
E
Elizabeth Shelton
Board Member
J
John Spear
Board Member
B
Brooke Roth
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC give?
UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC primarily gives to organizations located in Missouri 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 SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $266 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EASTERN MISSOURI, and COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC?
UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.