United Way · EIN 42-0680425
United Way of Central Iowa
Des Moines, IA
United Way of Central Iowa is a United Way organization based in Des Moines, IA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $17.8M in grants paid across 807 grants, with $37.5M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Dmacc Ankeny, Des Moines Independent School Distr and Oakridge Neighborhood Services.
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 Central Iowa's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
The annual investment process involves a rigorous application, goal-setting and results review led by a panel of qualified expert volunteers and supported by united way staff. in addition to financials, the agencies are also required to provide progress reports on achieved outcomes.
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
Improve lives by uniting the caring power of our community
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dmacc Ankeny | Ankeny, IA | Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families | $763,711 |
| Des Moines Independent School Distr | Des Moines, IA | Community Schools and Family Support Services K-12 | $690,030 |
| Oakridge Neighborhood Services | Des Moines, IA | Oakridge K-12 Out-of-School Programs | $644,917 |
| Everystep | Des Moines, IA | Nurse Family Partnership | $612,912 |
| Children and Families of Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Cfi Child Development Center | $547,981 |
| Orchard Place | Des Moines, IA | Orchard Place/Child Guidance Center- Outpatient Mental Health Services | $543,000 |
| Dental Connections | Des Moines, IA | Dental Connections Main Clinic | $529,824 |
| Lutheran Services in Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Healthy Families America-Hopes | $405,996 |
| Iowa Association for the Education of Young Children | West Des Moines, IA | Early Childhood Quality Improvement Project (ecquip) | $400,957 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Central Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Afterschool Programming for Academic Success (k-12) | $350,352 |
| Young Womens Resource Center | Des Moines, IA | Empowerment Program | $339,240 |
| YMCA of Greater Des Moines | Des Moines, IA | YMCA Out of School Time Programs | $335,680 |
| Home Inc | Des Moines, IA | Hope for Stable Families | $314,368 |
| Youth Law Center | Des Moines, IA | Youth Law Center | $287,376 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa | Des Moines, IA | Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa Mentoring Programs | $249,000 |
| Willkie House | Des Moines, IA | Willkie House Afterschool/Summer Programs | $209,232 |
| Iowa Legal Aid | Des Moines, IA | Legal Assistance for Economic Opportunity and Essential Needs | $197,808 |
| Wesley Community Services Inc | Johnston, IA | Wesleylife Meals on Wheels | $164,220 |
| Ellipsis Inc | Des Moines, IA | Shelter and Mental Health Services for Central Iowa Youth | $158,100 |
| Families Forward | Des Moines, IA | Ff Child Development Center | $157,690 |
| Iowa Homeless Youth Center | Des Moines, IA | Ihyc Emergency Housing Program | $157,152 |
| Childserve Inc | Johnston, IA | Childserve Outpatient Services: Social Work Program | $149,040 |
| Des Moines Area Religious Council | Des Moines, IA | Dmarc Food Pantry Network | $144,096 |
| Iowa Congolese Organization and Center for Healing | Des Moines, IA | Early Childhood Success - Icoach Birth to Five Program | $136,488 |
| Hispanic Educational Resources | Des Moines, IA | Conmigo Early Education Center | $119,267 |
The 25 largest of 807 grants listed on the return. 696 grants to individuals ($529K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of Central Iowa 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 Central Iowa'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 Central Iowa give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $17,845,205 in grants paid (807 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of Central Iowa funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Dmacc Ankeny (IA), $764K, Des Moines Independent School Distr (IA), $690K, Oakridge Neighborhood Services (IA), $645K, Everystep (IA), $613K and Children and Families of Iowa (IA), $548K.