CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY
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CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY is a 501(c)(3) organization that engages in relationship-based grantmaking, focusing on strategic partnerships to support local nonprofits. With a total of $300K in grants paid to 16 grantees in 2024, this funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and provides funding by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
RECEIVING AND DISTRIBUTING CHARITABLE DONATIONS TO LOCAL AGENCIES
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CAPITAL AREA COUNSELING SERVICEINC
$882.5K
19%
COMMUNITY & YOUTH INVOLVED INC
$529.5K
11%
OAHE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION
$495K
10%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$19K
Median 2nd year grant
$19K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY?
No. CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY give?
CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota 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 CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY fall in the $25 thousand to $50 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 CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2024, CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $300 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2024, CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CAPITAL AREA COUNSELING SERVICEINC, COMMUNITY & YOUTH INVOLVED INC, and OAHE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY?
CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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