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United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc

United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc

Lake Charles, LA, US
501(c)3
EIN
72-0456901
Regional Funder
Logo for "United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc"

United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc

Lake Charles, LA, US
501(c)3
EIN
72-0456901
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1954

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives within Louisiana, while also providing support in Virginia and Texas. It operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

To unite our community by funding programs in the areas of education, income and health. Our goal is to create long-lasting change that prevents problems from happening in the first place. Our community is the 5 parish area of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron and Jeff Davis.
Total Funding Given

$1.1M

2025
Grantees funded
56
Multi-year grantees
89%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

30

Median 1st year grant
$36.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$36.4K
T
Tanya Gaudet
Board Member
D
Debra Lastrapes
Board Member
P
Patricia Prebula
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc?
No. United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc give?
United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc primarily gives to organizations located in Louisiana, Virginia, and Texas. 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 Southwest Louisiana Inc’s grants?
The largest share of grants from United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $37 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc make each year?
In 2025, United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc fund recently?
In 2025, United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Family and Youth Counseling Agency Inc, ABRAHAM'S TENT ASSOCIATION, and OASIS - A SAFE HAVEN FOR SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC & SEXUAL VIOLENCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc?
United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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