United Way of Central Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa · EIN 420680425 · Private foundation
Based in Des Moines, Iowa, United Way of Central Iowa has awarded $107.8M across 802 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Orchard Place. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What United Way of Central Iowa funds
United Way of Central Iowa's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, disability services, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, disabled, families, hispanic communities, immigrants & refugees.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Place DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES, PACE, SCHOOL BASED MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING, REACH FOR THE STARS | Des Moines, IA | $1.1M | 2019 |
| Orchard Place DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES, PACE, SCHOOL BASED MENTAL HEALTH TRAINING, REACH FOR THE STARS, AND CHILDREN'S MOBILE CRISIS | Des Moines, IA | $1.1M | 2020 |
| Orchard Place CCRR - INFANT TODDLER CONSULTANT, CCRR - REACH FOR THE STARS POLK COUNTY, OP - CHILD CARE, TRAININGS | Des Moines, IA | $1.1M | 2018 |
How to apply for funding from United Way of Central Iowa
United Way of Central Iowa'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 unitedwaydm.org.
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Frequently asked questions about United Way of Central Iowa
- Does United Way of Central Iowa accept grant applications?
- United Way of Central Iowa'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 United Way of Central Iowa fund?
- United Way of Central Iowa's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Orchard Place. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does United Way of Central Iowa give in grants?
- United Way of Central Iowa reported $22.4M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $107.8M over 802 grants.
- Where is United Way of Central Iowa located?
- United Way of Central Iowa is based in Des Moines, Iowa. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 420680425.
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