United Way · EIN 22-6028959
United Way of Bergen County
Paramus, NJ
United Way of Bergen County is a United Way organization based in Paramus, NJ. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $12.5M in grants paid across 391 grants, with $31.9M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Kpmg US Foundation Inc, First Book and Mile High United Way Inc.
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 of Bergen County's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Compassion fund cases come to uwbc via nj2-1-1. these cases have been screened by nj2-1-1 for the availability of assistance from other programs. if no other assistance is available, the cases are forwarded to uwbc compassion fund staff. the case will be vetted for validity and assistance will be provided as deemed necessary. the organization oversees the use of all assistance funds by making payments directly to creditors to which assistance was requested to be paid.
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
We are building. in every aspect of our work, we are building better lives, better communities and better futures. we are changing lives - directly and concretely. we have built a strong foundation but there is more work that must be done. our commitment is to assist the most vulnerable residents in our community by developing programs and financial resources to address unmet needs. help starts with 2-1-1 our free and simple statewide service that answers every call for help. we help in a crisis. we are turning lives around with innovative solutions to our community's most critical problems li
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kpmg US Foundation Inc | Richardson, TX | Donor Designation | $1,847,204 |
| First Book | Washington, DC | Donor Designation | $150,028 |
| Mile High United Way Inc | Denver, CO | Donor Designation | $138,272 |
| American Cancer Society | Atlanta, GA | Donor Designation | $123,918 |
| United Way of Greater St Louis Inc | St Louis, MO | Donor Designation | $120,956 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | Donor Designation | $113,789 |
| United Way of Long Island | Deer Park, NY | Donor Designation | $54,970 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Dallas, TX | Donor Designation | $51,995 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | Rye Brook, NY | Donor Designation | $50,752 |
| March of Dimes | Arlington, VA | Donor Designation | $50,244 |
| Japanese American Service Committee | Chicago, IL | Donor Designation | $50,000 |
| Emergency Assistance Foundation Inc | Dallas, TX | Donor Designation | $48,274 |
| The Woodruff Arts Center | Atlanta, GA | Donor Designation | $47,574 |
| United Way of Greater Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Donor Designation | $43,770 |
| The Moody Church | Chicago, IL | Donor Designation | $43,124 |
| North Way Christian Community | Wexford, PA | Donor Designation | $42,900 |
| Twin Lakes Church | Aptos, CA | Donor Designation | $41,000 |
| Catholic Charities Community Services Archdiocese of New York | New York City, NY | Donor Designation | $38,775 |
| United Way of Greater Atlanta Inc | Atlanta, GA | Donor Designation | $37,960 |
| United Way for Southeastern Michigan | Detroit, MI | Donor Designation | $37,625 |
| Saint Josephs University | Philadelphia, PA | Donor Designation | $37,600 |
| Central Christian Church Arizona | Mesa, AZ | Donor Designation | $35,300 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star | Dallas, TX | Donor Designation | $35,000 |
| Star of Hope Mission | Houston, TX | Donor Designation | $33,989 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | New York City, NY | Donor Designation | $33,449 |
The 25 largest of 391 grants listed on the return. 14 grants to individuals ($20K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
- Texas$2.28M · 30 grants
- New York$661K · 45 grants
- Illinois$469K · 34 grants
- Georgia$460K · 26 grants
- Missouri$311K · 18 grants
- New Jersey$308K · 32 grants
- Pennsylvania$279K · 23 grants
- District of Columbia$277K · 11 grants
- California$267K · 23 grants
- Colorado$208K · 8 grants
- Massachusetts$170K · 17 grants
- Ohio$157K · 17 grants
Quick answers
Does United Way of Bergen County 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 of Bergen County'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 of Bergen County give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $12,462,411 in grants paid (391 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of Bergen County funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Kpmg US Foundation Inc (TX), $1.85M, First Book (DC), $150K, Mile High United Way Inc (CO), $138K, American Cancer Society (GA), $124K and United Way of Greater St Louis Inc (MO), $121K.