UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY

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The United Way of Whatcom County is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Washington, with additional support in Colorado and Tennessee. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages with nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the United Way of Whatcom County can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ENABLE FINANCIAL STABILITY FOR EVERY PERSON IN WHATCOM COUNTY.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BRIGID COLLINS HOUSE
$837.5K
9%

OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL
$698.6K
7%

NORTHWEST YOUTH SERVICES
$635.9K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
23
Median 1st year grant
$30K
Median 2nd year grant
$27.6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY?
No. UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY give?
UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Colorado, and Tennessee. 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 WHATCOM COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY make each year?
In 2023, UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $740 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include BRIGID COLLINS HOUSE, OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL, and NORTHWEST YOUTH SERVICES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY?
UNITED WAY OF WHATCOM COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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