United Way · EIN 25-1053091
United Way of Erie County
Erie, PA
United Way of Erie County is a United Way organization based in Erie, PA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $1.08M in grants paid across 9 grants, with $40.7M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Safe Harbor Behav Health, United Way of SW PA and Achievement Center.
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 Erie County's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Organizations receiving funding from the United Way of Erie County undergo a financial review of the organization to gain a level of assurance that the organization follows sound fiscal policies; verification of compliance with the provisions of the Patriot Act; and verification of current status as an IRS Code Section 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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
United Way of Erie County's mission is to mobilize resources to break the cycle of poverty and improve our community.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe Harbor Behav Health | Erie, PA | Poc | $429,174 |
| United Way of SW PA | Pittsburgh, PA | Poc/Dd | $116,412 |
| Achievement Center | Erie, PA | Poc/Dd | $67,560 |
| Erie Civic Theatre Associatio | Erie, PA | Poc/Dd | $40,212 |
| Gannon University | Erie, PA | Poc | $30,102 |
| Erie Community Foundation | Erie, PA | Poc | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Assoc of Erie | Erie, PA | Dd | $7,686 |
| Girard School Dist Foundation | Girard, PA | Dd | $7,656 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Erie, PA | Dd | $5,551 |
Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of Erie 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 Erie 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 Erie County give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $1,079,676 in grants paid (9 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of Erie County funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Safe Harbor Behav Health (PA), $429K, United Way of SW PA (PA), $116K, Achievement Center (PA), $67.6K, Erie Civic Theatre Associatio (PA), $40.2K and Gannon University (PA), $30.1K.