United Way of New York City
New York, New York · EIN 132617681 · Private foundation
United Way of New York City is a New York-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $42.3M in annual giving against $45.5M in assets. This page documents the 1,199 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for United Way of New York City — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.
What United Way of New York City funds
United Way of New York City'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, foster youth, immigrants & refugees.
Grant history
The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for United Way of New York City, by amount:
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Stream LLC DONORS MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO UNITED WAY OF NYC BUT DESIGNATES PART OR ALL OF THE CONTRIBUTION TO ANOTHER NOT-FOR PROFIT. THE FUNDS GO TO TH | Reston, VA | $14.9M | 2019 |
| Front Stream LLC DONORS MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO UNITED WAY OF NYC BUT DESIGNATES PART OR ALL OF THE CONTRIBUTION TO ANOTHER NOT-FOR PROFIT. THE FUNDS GO TO TH | Reston, VA | $12.8M | 2020 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP), EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER PROGRAM (EFSP), AND NOURISH NY ARE UWNYCS LARGEST PROGRAM | Clifton, NJ | $9.5M | 2024 |
| Justice Innovation Inc ATLAS IS COMPRISED OF THREE PROGRAMS: ATLAS FUNCTIONAL FAMILY THERAPY, ATLAS INNOVATION FUND, AND ATLAS HOPE (HEALING, OPPORTUNITY, PROGRESS | New York, NY | $7.9M | 2024 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP) - HPNAP HELPS ENSURE THE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN N | Clifton, NJ | $5.9M | 2022 |
| Justice Innovation Inc ATLAS/ONS - LED BY UWNYC AND ONS, ATLAS WILL WORK IN COLLABORATION WITH UWNYCS EXTENSIVE LIST OF COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBO) TO PROV | New York, NY | $5.5M | 2023 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP) - HPNAP HELPS ENSURE THE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN N | Clifton, NJ | $5.0M | 2023 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP) - HPNAP HELPS ENSURE THE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN N | Clifton, NJ | $4.5M | 2018 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP) - HPNAP HELPS ENSURE THE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN N | Clifton, NJ | $4.2M | 2017 |
| Rising Ground Inc ATLAS IS COMPRISED OF THREE PROGRAMS: ATLAS FUNCTIONAL FAMILY THERAPY, ATLAS INNOVATION FUND, AND ATLAS HOPE (HEALING, OPPORTUNITY, PROGRESS | Yonkers, NY | $4.2M | 2024 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP) - HPNAP HELPS ENSURE THE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN N | Clifton, NJ | $3.5M | 2020 |
| Driscoll Foods HUNGER PREVENTION NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HPNAP) - HPNAP HELPS ENSURE THE ACCESSIBILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF SAFE, NUTRITIOUS FOOD IN N | Clifton, NJ | $3.4M | 2019 |
| The Legal Aid Society ATLAS IS COMPRISED OF THREE PROGRAMS: ATLAS FUNCTIONAL FAMILY THERAPY, ATLAS INNOVATION FUND, AND ATLAS HOPE (HEALING, OPPORTUNITY, PROGRESS | New York, NY | $3.2M | 2024 |
| Empass Medical Services Pa PREVENTATIVE ACCESS CARE PROGRAM-UWNYC RECENTLY ESTABLISHED A PARTNERSHIP WITH MOBILE HEALTH PROVIDER VIP STARNETWORK AND THE NEW YORK STATE | New York, NY | $2.3M | 2024 |
| Rising Ground Inc ATLAS/ONS - LED BY UWNYC AND ONS, ATLAS WILL WORK IN COLLABORATION WITH UWNYCS EXTENSIVE LIST OF COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBO) TO PROV | Yonkers, NY | $2.2M | 2023 |
United Way of New York City giving by year
Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:
How to apply for funding from United Way of New York City
United Way of New York City's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at unitedwaynyc.org.
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Match my nonprofit to funders →Frequently asked questions about United Way of New York City
- Does United Way of New York City accept grant applications?
- United Way of New York City's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
- What does United Way of New York City fund?
- United Way of New York City's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include Front Stream LLC, Front Stream LLC, Driscoll Foods. Its full grant history is listed above.
- How much does United Way of New York City give in grants?
- United Way of New York City reported $42.3M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $263.8M over 1,199 grants.
- Where is United Way of New York City located?
- United Way of New York City is based in New York, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 132617681.
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