UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC

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The United Way of Fort Smith Area Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking primarily in Arkansas, with additional funding in Oklahoma and Indiana. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO IMPROVE LIVES BY UNITING PEOPLE AND RESOURCES IN OUR SIX COUNTY AREA.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FORT SMITH BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS
$2.3M
13%
GIRLS INCORPORATED OF FORT SMITH
$1.3M
7%
LINCOLN CHILDCARE CENTER INC
$1.1M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$48K
Median 2nd year grant
$43K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC?
No. UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC give?
UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC primarily gives to organizations located in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Indiana. 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 FORT SMITH AREA INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $48 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include FORT SMITH BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS, GIRLS INCORPORATED OF FORT SMITH, and LINCOLN CHILDCARE CENTER INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC?
UNITED WAY OF FORT SMITH AREA INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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