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Est.

1952

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The United Way for Greater Austin is a 501(c)(3) foundation that focuses on grantmaking within Texas, providing a total of $2.2 million in grants to 262 grantees in 2023. This organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN BRINGS PEOPLE, IDEAS, AND RESOURCES TOGETHER TO FIGHT POVERTY IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Total Funding Given
$2.2M
2023
Grantees funded
262
Multi-year grantees
37%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
69
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$29.9K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
D
David Smith
Board Member
C
Charles Thornburgh
Board Member
A
Abbi Miller
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN?
No. UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN give?
UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Minnesota, and California. 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 FOR GREATER AUSTIN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN make each year?
In 2023, UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $2.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN awarded grants to about 260 grantees. Recent grantees include ANY BABY CAN OF AUSTIN INC, COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF CENTRAL TEXAS, and Foundation Communities Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN?
UNITED WAY FOR GREATER AUSTIN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.