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UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA

UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA

SHREVEPORT, LA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
72-0503930
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
Logo for "UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA"

UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA

SHREVEPORT, LA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
72-0503930
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1921

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The United Way of Northwest Louisiana is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits within the region. In 2023, it awarded a total of $18.9K across 91 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only model that does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA FIGHTS FOR THE HEALTH, EDUCATION, FINANCIAL STABILITY, AND ESSENTIAL NEEDS OF EVERY PERSON IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given

$18.9K

2023
Grantees funded
91
Multi-year grantees
68%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

2

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
S
Stormy Gage-Watts
Board Member
L
Lyndon Johnson
Board Member
J
Joni Claville Md
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA?
No. UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA give?
UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA primarily gives to organizations located in Louisiana, Tennessee, and Arizona. 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 NORTHWEST LOUISIANA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA make each year?
In 2023, UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $19 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA fund recently?
In 2023, UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF NORTH LA INC, VOLUNTEERS FOR YOUTH JUSTICE, and NORTHWEST LOUISIANA FOOD BANK. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA?
UNITED WAY OF NORTHWEST LOUISIANA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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