United Way Worldwide
Alexandria, Virginia · EIN 131635294 · Private foundation
Based in Alexandria, Virginia, United Way Worldwide has awarded $360.9M across 14,408 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to United Way of New York City. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What United Way Worldwide funds
United Way Worldwide's giving carries a documented focus on civil rights & social justice, community improvement, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, food & agriculture, and related causes.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way of New York City DISASTER RELIEF | New York, NY | $4.5M | 2020 |
| United Way of Greater Atlanta DISASTER RELIEF | Atlanta, GA | $3.6M | 2020 |
| United Way of Metropolitan Chicago DISASTER RELIEF | Chicago, IL | $3.6M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from United Way Worldwide
United Way Worldwide'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 unitedway.org.
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Frequently asked questions about United Way Worldwide
- Does United Way Worldwide accept grant applications?
- United Way Worldwide'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 Worldwide fund?
- United Way Worldwide's grants focus on civil rights & social justice. Example recipients include United Way of New York City, United Way of Greater Atlanta, United Way of Metropolitan Chicago. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does United Way Worldwide give in grants?
- United Way Worldwide reported $169.0M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $360.9M over 14,408 grants.
- Where is United Way Worldwide located?
- United Way Worldwide is based in Alexandria, Virginia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 131635294.
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