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UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC

UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC

Jackson, MS, US
501(c)3
EIN
64-0303075
Regional Funder
Logo for "UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC"

UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC

Jackson, MS, US
501(c)3
EIN
64-0303075
Regional Funder

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Est.

1939

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Grantmaker
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The United Way of the Capital Area Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking within its community, having awarded a total of $183.4K to 32 grantees in 2020. 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 this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES THAT EMPOWER PEOPLE TO BUILD SUCCESSFUL LIVES.
Total Funding Given

$183.4K

2020
Grantees funded
32
Multi-year grantees
59%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

10

Median 1st year grant
$17K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
B
Bryan Horn
Board Member
D
DR Debra Mays-Jackson
Board Member
J
Jd Cooley
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC give?
UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC primarily gives to organizations located in Mississippi, Maryland, and Massachusetts. 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 THE CAPITAL AREA INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $17 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC make each year?
In 2020, UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $183 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include OPERATION SHOESTRING INC, CATHOLIC CHARITIES INC, and MAGNOLIA SPEECH SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC?
UNITED WAY OF THE CAPITAL AREA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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