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UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC

UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC

Wichita, KS, US
501(c)3
EIN
48-0547688
Regional Funder
Logo for "UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC"

UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC

Wichita, KS, US
501(c)3
EIN
48-0547688
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1922

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The United Way of the Plains Inc, a 501(c)3 organization, is a relationship-based funder that does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants by invitation only. In 2024, the organization disbursed a total of $5.8 million across 286 grantees, primarily focusing on Kansas, Missouri, and Washington, D.C. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the United Way of the Plains can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WE FOCUS ON HEALTH, EDUCATION, FINANCIAL STABILITY AND BASIC NEEDS BECAUSE WE BELIEVE THEY ARE THE BUILDING BLOCKS FOR A GOOD QUALITY OF LIFE AND A STRONG COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given

$5.8M

2024
Grantees funded
286
Multi-year grantees
69%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

129

Median 1st year grant
$7.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$7.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
D
Darren Minks
Board Member
A
Abel Frederic Jr
Board Member
S
Sue Tirukonda
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC give?
UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC primarily gives to organizations located in Kansas, 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 THE PLAINS INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,166. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $5.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC awarded grants to about 190 grantees. Recent grantees include RAINBOWS UNITED INC, Center of Hope Inc, and SALVATION ARMY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC?
UNITED WAY OF THE PLAINS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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