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VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY

VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY

Phoenix, AZ, US
501(c)3
EIN
86-0104419
Regional Funder
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VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY

Phoenix, AZ, US
501(c)3
EIN
86-0104419
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1925

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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Valley of the Sun United Way is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Arizona, with additional support in California and Georgia. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

IMPROVE LIVES BY MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF OUR COMMUNITY. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR FURTHER DETAIL.
Total Funding Given

$105.4M

2024
Grantees funded
238
Multi-year grantees
82%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

126

Median 1st year grant
$36.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$52.9K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
$929.4K
C
Carla Vargas Jasa
Board Member
S
Steve Evans
Board Member
B
Bradley Smith
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY?
No. VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY give?
VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY primarily gives to organizations located in Arizona, California, and Georgia. 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 VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY 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 VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY make each year?
In 2024, VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $105.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY fund recently?
In 2024, VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY awarded grants to about 230 grantees. Recent grantees include Candelen Inc, SOUTHWEST HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, and EASTERSEALS BLAKE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY?
VALLEY OF THE SUN UNITED WAY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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