UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY
AI Summary
The United Way of Western Kentucky is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting local nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2025, it disbursed a total of $469.2K across 15 grantees, and it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO FOCUS THE CARING POWER OF THE COMMUNITY TO IMPROVE PEOPLE'S LIVES.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FAMILY SERVICE SOCIETY INC
$1.3M
23%
PADUCAH DAY NURSERY INC
$735K
13%
OSCAR CROSS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB INC
$704.8K
13%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$28.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY?
No. UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY give?
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky. 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 WESTERN KENTUCKY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $469 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include FAMILY SERVICE SOCIETY INC, PADUCAH DAY NURSERY INC, and OSCAR CROSS BOYS & GIRLS CLUB INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY?
UNITED WAY OF WESTERN KENTUCKY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.