THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC
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The United Way of Southeast MS Inc is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Mississippi, with additional support extending to North Carolina and Maine. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MISSISSIPPI IS A COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND IMPACT ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS "TO IMPROVE LIVES BY LEADING AND MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF SOUTHEAST MISSISSIPPI." UNITED WAY IS A COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATION SERVING THE RESIDENTS OF FORREST, LAMAR AND PERRY COUNTIES AND IS GOVERNED BY VOLUNTEERS FROM THIS THREE-COUNTY AREA. UNITED WAY, OPERATING THROUGH ITS NETWORK OF 21 PARTNER AGENCIES, HAS ENABLED THOSE AGENCIES TO PROVIDE DIRECT HEALTH, WELFARE, SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES TO OVER 55,000 AREA RESIDENTS IN THE PAST YEAR. UNITED WAY HAS FOUR MAJOR COMMUNITY IMPACT INITIATIVE AREAS: EDUCATION, FINANCIAL STABILITY, HEALTH, AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Cause Areas
5
Education
Health
Human services
Welfare
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI
$1M
16%
CHRISTIAN SERVICES INC OF AMERICA
$635.7K
10%
The Shafer Center for Crisis Intervention
$560K
9%
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$31K
Median 2nd year grant
$35K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC?
No. THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC give?
THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC primarily gives to organizations located in Mississippi, North Carolina, and Maine. 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 THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $31 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC make each year?
In 2025, THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $493 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC fund recently?
In 2025, THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI, CHRISTIAN SERVICES INC OF AMERICA, and The Shafer Center for Crisis Intervention. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC?
THE UNITED WAY OF SOUTHEAST MS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.