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United Way of Summit and Medina

Akron, Ohio  ·  EIN 341169257  ·  Private foundation

United Way of Summit and Medina is a Ohio-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $16.0M in annual giving against $22.6M in assets. This page documents the 462 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for United Way of Summit and Medina — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$16.0M
Annual giving (FY2021)
$22.6M
Total assets
462
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What United Way of Summit and Medina funds

United Way of Summit and Medina's giving carries a documented focus on civil rights & social justice, early childhood education, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, financial empowerment, and related causes.

Civil Rights & Social JusticeEarly Childhood EducationEducationDisaster Relief & Emergency AidFinancial EmpowermentFood & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationHousing & HomelessnessK-12 Education

Populations it has supported include children, families, women girls, youth pop.

childrenfamilieswomen girlsyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for United Way of Summit and Medina, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Akron Area YMCA
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$404K2020
Greenleaf Family Center
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$337K2018
Akron Area YMCA
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$282K2018
Summit Education Initiative
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$268K2021
Summit Education Initiative
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$266K2020
Summit Education Initiative
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$266K2022
Info Line Inc
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$257K2018
Child Guidance & Family Solutions
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$253K2020
Summit Education Initiative
GRANT ALLOCATION
Akron, OH$250K2023
Catholic Charities Community Services of Summit
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$238K2021
Catholic Charities Community Services of
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$235K2022
Catholic Charities Corporation
BN/EMERGENCY SERVICES, MEDINA COUNTY FOOD ASSISTANCE, RENT/HOUSING ASSISTANCE, & RECOVERY SUPPORT
Cleveland, OH$225K2023
Summit Education Initiative
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Akron, OH$225K2024
Catholic Charities Community Services of Summit County
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$221K2020
Building for Tomorrow
DONOR DESIGNATIONS AND GRANT ALLOCATIONS
Akron, OH$212K2020

United Way of Summit and Medina giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$5.3M
2020$4.4M
2021$3.3M
2022$3.7M
2023$2.9M
2024$2.8M
2025$1.1M

How to apply for funding from United Way of Summit and Medina

United Way of Summit and Medina'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 uwsummit.org.

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Frequently asked questions about United Way of Summit and Medina

Does United Way of Summit and Medina accept grant applications?
United Way of Summit and Medina'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 Summit and Medina fund?
United Way of Summit and Medina's grants focus on civil rights & social justice. Recent recipients include Akron Area YMCA, Greenleaf Family Center, Akron Area YMCA. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does United Way of Summit and Medina give in grants?
United Way of Summit and Medina reported $16.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $23.5M over 462 grants.
Where is United Way of Summit and Medina located?
United Way of Summit and Medina is based in Akron, Ohio. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 341169257.
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About this profile. This page is built from United Way of Summit and Medina's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with United Way of Summit and Medina. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.