United Way · EIN 20-3099071
United Way for Southeastern Michigan
Detroit, MI
United Way for Southeastern Michigan is a United Way organization based in Detroit, MI. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $91.5M in grants paid across 14,898 grants, with $59.9M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Detroit Public Schools Community District, Southfield Public Schools and Oak Park School Dist.
How to request funding
United Ways usually fund local nonprofits through community investment or impact grant rounds, often on a yearly or multi-year cycle. Check United Way for Southeastern Michigan's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
The grant award process begins with a request for proposal process. based on a review of the proposals, grants are awarded to agencies. throughout the year, agencies are required to submit progress reports on the projects that were funded through the grant award process. uwsem also confirms tax status (501c3, governmental, for profit), reviews 990 data, and may review audited financials or other supporting documents. in addition, uwsem staff conduct on-site visits of agencies to review progress on grant activities during the year. for donor designations, uwsem verified that the agency is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and that the agency is in compliance with the provisions of the patriot act.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
To mobilize the caring power of detroit and southeastern michigan to improve communities and individual lives in measurable and lasting ways.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Public Schools Community District | Detroit, MI | Grant | $22,718,637 |
| Southfield Public Schools | Southfield, MI | Grant | $1,930,564 |
| Oak Park School Dist | Oak Park, MI | Grant | $1,360,000 |
| Say Detroit | Southfield, MI | Grant | $1,249,592 |
| Entrepreneurial Ventures in Education | Quincy, MA | Grant | $1,212,000 |
| Matrix Human Services | Detroit, MI | Grant/Designation | $1,153,210 |
| Developing Kids | Detroit, MI | Grant | $1,147,121 |
| Hype Athletics | Dearborn, MI | Grant | $1,104,000 |
| Peace Players International | Washington, DC | Grant | $1,049,000 |
| Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program | Detroit, MI | Grant | $1,010,000 |
| David Ellis Academy | Redford, MI | Grant | $1,008,089 |
| Community Education Commission | Detroit, MI | Grant | $1,000,000 |
| Franklin Wright Settlements | Detroit, MI | Grant/Designation | $958,785 |
| Academy of Warren | Warren, MI | Grant | $920,000 |
| Math Corps | Birmingham, MI | Grant | $886,400 |
| University Preparatory Academy | Detroit, MI | Grant | $842,400 |
| Arts & Technology Academy of Pontiac | Pontiac, MI | Grant | $841,937 |
| Hazel Park School District | Hazel Park, MI | Grant | $819,261 |
| Brilliant Detroit | Detroit, MI | Grant | $817,000 |
| The Yunion Inc | Detroit, MI | Grant | $811,826 |
| Ecorse Public School | Ecorse, MI | Grant | $810,000 |
| Romulus Community Schools | Romulus, MI | Grant | $801,000 |
| Summit Academy North | Romulus, MI | Grant | $725,760 |
| 3d Dance Academy | Detroit, MI | Grant | $700,000 |
| Southgate Community Schools | Southgate, MI | Grant | $700,000 |
The 25 largest of 14,898 grants listed on the return. 14,538 grants to individuals ($9.29M) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
- Michigan$77M · 322 grants
- Massachusetts$1.22M · 2 grants
- District of Columbia$1.06M · 2 grants
- Kentucky$476K · 1 grant
- Indiana$409K · 3 grants
- Ohio$346K · 6 grants
- Illinois$146K · 4 grants
- Minnesota$130K · 2 grants
- Virginia$81.6K · 3 grants
- Missouri$68.5K · 1 grant
- California$38.1K · 3 grants
- New York$25.7K · 1 grant
Quick answers
Does United Way for Southeastern Michigan accept grant applications?
United Ways usually fund local nonprofits through community investment or impact grant rounds, often on a yearly or multi-year cycle. Check United Way for Southeastern Michigan's website for its current funding process. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does United Way for Southeastern Michigan give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $91,525,259 in grants paid (14,898 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way for Southeastern Michigan funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Detroit Public Schools Community District (MI), $22.7M, Southfield Public Schools (MI), $1.93M, Oak Park School Dist (MI), $1.36M, Say Detroit (MI), $1.25M and Entrepreneurial Ventures in Education (MA), $1.21M.