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UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA

UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA

Chattanooga, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
62-0565962
Regional Funder
Logo for "UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA"

UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA

Chattanooga, TN, US
501(c)3
EIN
62-0565962
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1922

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The United Way of Greater Chattanooga is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Tennessee, with additional funding in Georgia and Virginia. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO UNITE PEOPLE AND RESOURCES IN BUILDING A STRONGER AND HEALTHIER COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given

$4M

2025
Grantees funded
113
Multi-year grantees
83%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

78

Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$33.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
L
Lesley Scearce
Board Member
A
Abby Garrison
Board Member
T
Terran Anderson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA?
No. UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA give?
UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA primarily gives to organizations located in Tennessee, Georgia, 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 UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA awarded about 80 grants, totaling nearly $4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA awarded grants to about 110 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CHATTANOOGA INC, THE ORANGE GROVE CENTER INC, and CHAMBLISS CENTER FOR CHILDREN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA?
UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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