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Est.

1973

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Bureau County United Way is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts within Bureau County. In 2025, it distributed a total of $76,000 across eight grantees. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Bureau County United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO HEALTH, WELFARE, AND CHARACTER BUILDING SERVICES.
Total Funding Given
$76K
2025
Grantees funded
8
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
9
Median 1st year grant
$7.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.5K
V
Victoria Yepsen
Board Member
S
Simon Zehr
Board Member
S
Sarah Grady
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY?
No. BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY give?
BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in Alabama, Illinois, and Tennessee. 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 BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,625. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2025, BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY awarded about 9 grants, totaling nearly $76 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2025, BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include Gateway, AMERICAN RED CROSS, and SECOND STORY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY?
BUREAU COUNTY UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.