UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL

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United Way California Capital is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in California, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. With a total of $7.1 million awarded to 247 grantees in 2024, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with United Way California Capital can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UWCCR WAS ORGANIZED TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE FINANCING OF A VARIETY OF CHARITABLE, NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH AND WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
3
Health
Welfare
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL
$9.5M
21%
FII - NATIONAL
$3.1M
7%
AMERICAS BEST CHARITIES
$1.7M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
91
Median 1st year grant
$8.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$9.3K
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 CALIFORNIA CAPITAL?
No. UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL give?
UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL primarily gives to organizations located in California, Virginia, and District Of Columbia. 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 CALIFORNIA CAPITAL’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,828. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $7.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL awarded grants to about 250 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL, FII - NATIONAL, and AMERICAS BEST CHARITIES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL?
UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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