United Way · EIN 23-1556045
United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
Philadelphia, PA
United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey is a United Way organization based in Philadelphia, PA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $10.7M in grants paid across 57 grants, with $116M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Uw of Southwestern Pennsylvania, Greater Phl Community Alliance and African Cultural All of N America 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 Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Agencies receiving general operating support grants are monitored via the following: 1) agencies must submit an application that includes explanation of the proposed use and results from use of the funding; 2) agencies must submit at least semi-annual outcomes reports which are reviewed and evaluated by united way staff; 3) agencies must submit annual audits which are reviewed by cpas as well as by united way staff; 4) agencies must certify that they have received internal revenue code section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and are in compliance with the usa patriot act. agencies receiving funding through targeted investment grants for specific purposes are monitored via the following methods: 1) agencies must submit project applications outlining the scope of the project and the deliverable; 2) agencies must submit outcomes reports which are reviewed by united way staff; 3) agencies must certify that they are in compliance with the usa patriot act. agencies receiving funding passed through via restricted grants must submit narrative reports detailing outcomes related to the grants as well as financial reports detailing the spending. agencies eligible for designations through united way's donor choice program must undergo screening prior to receiving funding. they must certify that they have received internal revenue code section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and are in compliance with the usa patriot act. please note that the difference between the total amount detailed on this s
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
End intergenerational poverty in our region by harnessing, leveraging and strategically investing the collective power of donors, advocates and volunteers.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uw of Southwestern Pennsylvania | Pittsburgh, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $1,588,855 |
| Greater Phl Community Alliance | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $664,574 |
| African Cultural All of N America Inc | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $529,938 |
| Campaign for Working Families | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $521,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corp Phl | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $500,000 |
| Community Legal Services Inc | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $500,000 |
| Phl Lawyers for Social Equity | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $500,000 |
| Drexel University | Phl, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $326,695 |
| Trustees of University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $250,000 |
| Samuel S Fels Fund | Phl, PA | Operating Support | $220,000 |
| Defender Association of Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $177,751 |
| Nj 2-1-1 Partnership | Cedar Knolls, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $160,000 |
| American Heart Association | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $150,000 |
| Beech Community Services | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $150,000 |
| Public Health Management Corporation | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $135,000 |
| Media Fellowship House | Media, PA | Operating Support | $130,000 |
| Open Hearth Inc | Spring City, PA | Operating Support | $130,000 |
| Clarifi | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $115,000 |
| Southeast Asian Mutual Assistance Associations Coalition | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $105,000 |
| Nueva Esperanza Inc | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $105,000 |
| Beyond Literacy | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $105,000 |
| Reinvestment Fund (the) | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support / Donor Designated | $103,200 |
| Reading Allowed | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $90,950 |
| Economy League of Greater Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $80,000 |
| Uplift Solutions Inc | Philadelphia, PA | Operating Support | $80,000 |
The 25 largest of 57 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey 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 Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey'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 Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $10,710,469 in grants paid (57 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Uw of Southwestern Pennsylvania (PA), $1.59M, Greater Phl Community Alliance (PA), $665K, African Cultural All of N America Inc (PA), $530K, Campaign for Working Families (PA), $521K and Local Initiatives Support Corp Phl (PA), $500K.