Communications Workers of America
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 530246709 · Private foundation
Communications Workers of America is a private foundation based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $8.2M in giving and $588.2M in assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 175 individual grants from this funder — $5.8M awarded across 2020–2024 — including its support for community improvement. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Communications Workers of America funds
Communications Workers of America's giving carries a documented focus on community improvement, education, environment & conservation, lgbtq rights, youth development.
Populations it has supported include black communities, families, hispanic communities.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Development Now for Chicago GENERAL SUPPORT | Chicago, IL | $375K | 2024 |
| NAACP GENERAL SUPPORT | Baltimore, MD | $299K | 2023 |
| Progressive Caucus Action Fund GENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $200K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Communications Workers of America
Communications Workers of America's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at cwa-union.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Communications Workers of America
- Does Communications Workers of America accept grant applications?
- Communications Workers of America's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Communications Workers of America fund?
- Communications Workers of America's grants focus on community improvement. Example recipients include Development Now for Chicago, NAACP, Progressive Caucus Action Fund. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Communications Workers of America give in grants?
- Communications Workers of America's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $8.2M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.8M over 175 grants.
- Where is Communications Workers of America located?
- Communications Workers of America is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 530246709.
- How can I find foundations similar to Communications Workers of America?
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