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Est.

1970

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The United Way of Oxford & Lafayette County is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within its community, having distributed a total of $150.9K across 18 grantees in the 2025 filing year. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE LIVES IN LAFAYETTE COUNTY BY UNITING PEOPLE AND RESOURCES, WITH A FOCUS ON GOOD HEALTH, QUALITY EDUCATION, AND FINANCIAL STABILITY.
Total Funding Given
$150.9K
2025
Grantees funded
18
Multi-year grantees
72%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$16K
Median 2nd year grant
$19.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
K
Kurt Brummett
Board Member
D
Daniel Barfield
Board Member
Q
Quentin Brewer
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY?
No. UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY give?
UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Mississippi. 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 OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $16 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY make each year?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $151 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY fund recently?
In 2025, UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include INTERFAITH COMPASSION MINISTRY, FAMILY CRISIS SERVICES OF NW MS, and THE LEAP FROG PROGRAM INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY?
UNITED WAY OF OXFORD & LAFAYETTE COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.