The United Way of Lee County Inc
AI Summary
The United Way of Lee County Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits within Lee County. With a total of $9.1 million in grants paid to 164 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
We are the United Way agency for Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee counties.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE SALVATION ARMY
$5.2M
5%
COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE INC
$4.8M
5%
Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc
$4.8M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
146
Median 1st year grant
$11.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The United Way of Lee County Inc?
No. The United Way of Lee County Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The United Way of Lee County Inc give?
The United Way of Lee County Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, Louisiana, and Illinois. 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 The United Way of Lee County Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The United Way of Lee County Inc fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The United Way of Lee County Inc make each year?
In 2024, The United Way of Lee County Inc awarded about 150 grants, totaling nearly $9.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The United Way of Lee County Inc fund recently?
In 2024, The United Way of Lee County Inc awarded grants to about 140 grantees. Recent grantees include THE SALVATION ARMY, COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE INC, and Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The United Way of Lee County Inc?
The United Way of Lee County Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.