UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA
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The United Ways of California is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the organization distributed a total of $6.6 million across 43 grantees, primarily focusing on California and Virginia. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
IMPROVES THE HEALTH, EDUCATION AND FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR LOW INCOME CHILDREN AND FAMILIES BY ENHANCING AND COORDINATING THE COMMUNITY IMPACT WORK OF CALIFORNIA'S UNITED WAYS.
Cause Areas
1
Community improvement
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
United Way of Fresno and Madera Counties
$4.4M
16%
Interface Children Family Services
$3M
11%
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL EASTERN CALIFORNIA DBA UNITED WAY OF KERN COUNTY
$2.2M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
39
Median 1st year grant
$24.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$20.9K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA?
No. UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA give?
UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA primarily gives to organizations located in California and Virginia. 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 WAYS OF CALIFORNIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA make each year?
In 2024, UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $6.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA fund recently?
In 2024, UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include United Way of Fresno and Madera Counties, Interface Children Family Services, and UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL EASTERN CALIFORNIA DBA UNITED WAY OF KERN COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA?
UNITED WAYS OF CALIFORNIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.