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The United Way of Lee County Inc

The United Way of Lee County Inc

Fort Myers, FL, US
501(c)3
EIN
59-1005169
Regional Funder
Logo for "The United Way of Lee County Inc"

The United Way of Lee County Inc

Fort Myers, FL, US
501(c)3
EIN
59-1005169
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1957

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The United Way of Lee County Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Florida, with additional support in Louisiana and Tennessee. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The United Way can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

We are the United Way agency for Lee, Hendry, Glades, and Okeechobee counties.
Total Funding Given

$9.1M

2024
Grantees funded
164
Multi-year grantees
77%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

146

Median 1st year grant
$11.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$24.5K
H
Hawkins Cynthia M
Board Member
J
Jackson Sally
Board Member
J
Johnson Calli
Board Member

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 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 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, Abuse Counseling and Treatment Inc, and SalusCare 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.
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