UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHATTANOOGA
AI Summary
The United Way of Greater Chattanooga is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based and invitation-only approach. With a total of $4 million in grants paid to 118 grantees in 2025, it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO UNITE PEOPLE AND RESOURCES IN BUILDING A STRONGER AND HEALTHIER COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
2
Health
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF CHATTANOOGA INC
$3.9M
7%
THE ORANGE GROVE CENTER INC
$3.3M
6%
CHAMBLISS CENTER FOR CHILDREN
$2.8M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
78
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$31.2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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 120 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.