UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY

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The United Way of Pierce County, a 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to grantmaking primarily in Washington, having paid out a total of $1.3 million across 59 grantees in the 2024 filing year. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
We unite the community to end poverty one household at a time. We provide programs that strengthen families such as our Centers for Strong Families which increase economic self-sufficiency by providing finance, jobs and income support coaches.
Cause Areas
1
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Tacoma Community House
$767.6K
9%

SOUTH SOUND OUTREACH SERVICES
$455.5K
6%

ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES OF TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY
$358.1K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
35
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$22.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY?
No. UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY give?
UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY primarily gives to organizations located in Washington 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 OF PIERCE COUNTY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand 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 OF PIERCE COUNTY make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include Tacoma Community House, SOUTH SOUND OUTREACH SERVICES, and ASSOCIATED MINISTRIES OF TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY?
UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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