UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY
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The United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Nebraska, with additional funding in Illinois and New York. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals, engaging with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FUNDING TO LOCAL IMPACT PARTNERS WHO FOCUS ON ACHIEVING OUTCOMES IN THE THREE SPECIFIC AREAS DETERMINED TO BE ESSENTIAL IN IMPROVING PEOPLE'S LIVES AND STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY:1) EDUCATION2) INCOME3) HEALTH
Cause Areas
3
Education
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
COMBINED HEALTH AGENCIES DRIVE
$6.1M
12%
CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES INC
$5.2M
10%
GIVE NEBRASKA
$4.2M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
101
Median 1st year grant
$11.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$16K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY?
No. UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY give?
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Nebraska, Illinois, and New York. 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 LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY 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 LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY awarded about 100 grants, totaling nearly $4.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include COMBINED HEALTH AGENCIES DRIVE, CEDARS YOUTH SERVICES INC, and GIVE NEBRASKA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY?
UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.