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UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA

UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA

Cary, NC, US
501(c)3
EIN
56-0564547
Regional Funder
Logo for "UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA"

UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA

Cary, NC, US
501(c)3
EIN
56-0564547
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1951

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The United Way of North Carolina is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within North Carolina. In 2023, it awarded a total of $200K across 19 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only model that does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

WE BRIDGE PEOPLE, LOCAL UNITED WAYS, AND RESOURCES SO INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITIES THRIVE IN NORTH CAROLINA.
Total Funding Given

$200K

2023
Grantees funded
19
Multi-year grantees
53%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

2

Median 1st year grant
$17K
Median 2nd year grant
$37.5K
B
Brittany Pruitt Fletcher
Board Member
G
Gareth Montague-Smith
Board Member
B
Brett Eckerman
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA?
No. UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA give?
UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina and South Carolina. 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 NORTH CAROLINA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $17 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA make each year?
In 2023, UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $200 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include LUMBER RIVER UNITED WAY, United Way of the Cape Fear Area Inc, and UNITED WAY OF ALAMANCE COUNTY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA?
UNITED WAY OF NORTH CAROLINA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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