TRIDENT UNITED WAY

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Trident United Way is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in South Carolina, with additional support in California and Virginia. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based approach, providing grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with Trident United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FOCUS ON SUPPORTING FINANCIALLY STABLE FAMILIES IN THE TRI-COUNTY.
Cause Areas
2
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

LOWCOUNTRY FOOD BANK
$3M
9%
COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF THE CHARLESTON AREA INC
$2M
6%
DEE NORTON LOWCOUNTRY CHILDREN'S CENTER
$1M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
27
Median 1st year grant
$11K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to TRIDENT UNITED WAY?
No. TRIDENT UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does TRIDENT UNITED WAY give?
TRIDENT UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in South Carolina, California, and Virginia. 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 TRIDENT UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from TRIDENT UNITED WAY 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 TRIDENT UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2023, TRIDENT UNITED WAY awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $321 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did TRIDENT UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2024, TRIDENT UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 170 grantees. Recent grantees include LOWCOUNTRY FOOD BANK, COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF THE CHARLESTON AREA INC, and DEE NORTON LOWCOUNTRY CHILDREN'S CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to TRIDENT UNITED WAY?
TRIDENT UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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