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The United Way of South Sarasota County Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Florida, with additional support in Louisiana and Colorado. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The United Way of South Sarasota County, Inc. (the Organization") is a not-for-profit organization formed under Internal Revenue Code Section 501 ( c ) (3) and is located in Venice, Florida. The United Way has adopted a Modern United Way Model, transitioning away from being a passthrough-only organization to a model that also embraces providing direct services to those in need in the local area of Venice, North Port, Nokomis, Laurel, Englewood, and Osprey, Florida. The Organization is a partner with the Sarasota County Sheriffs Eviction Mitigation taskforce, the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Tax Assistance Program, and Sarasota County Emergency Service. It is recognized by FEMA and the State of Florida as the Sarasota County Long-Term Recovery Group leader in times of disaster.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

FAMILY PROMISE OF SARASOTA MANATEE INC
$94.5K
10%
YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC
$89.8K
9%
LOVELAND CENTER INC
$71.3K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$11.1K
Median 2nd year grant
$17.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC give?
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, Louisiana, and Colorado. 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 SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC 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 UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC make each year?
In 2023, UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $189 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include FAMILY PROMISE OF SARASOTA MANATEE INC, YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC, and LOVELAND CENTER INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC?
UNITED WAY OF SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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