United Way · EIN 04-2382233
United Way Of Massachusetts Bay Inc
Boston, MA
United Way Of Massachusetts Bay Inc is a United Way organization based in Boston, MA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $34.8M in grants paid across 412 grants, with $60.9M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Caribbean Youth Club Inc, NeighborWorks Housing Solutions and Berkshire Housing Development Corporation.
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 Massachusetts Bay Inc's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVING DISCRETIONARY FUNDING FROM UWMB UNDERGO INTENSIVE PRE-SCREENING BEFORE BEING AWARDED FUNDING, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, AN APPLICATION PROCESS THAT INCLUDES EXPLANATION OF PROPOSED USE AND RESULTS OF FUNDING. UWMB ENGAGES MULTIPLE VOLUNTEER REVIEW COMMITTEES TO REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND RECOMMEND FUNDING TO UWMB's COMMUNITY IMPACT COMMITTEE. UWMB REQUIRES THAT ALL PARTNER AGENCIES SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AGREEING TO GENERAL PROVISIONS, REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, AND COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS. IN ADDITION, UWMB's COMMUNITY IMPACT STAFF, REGULARLY COMMUNICATE AND MONITOR AGENCIES' COMPLIANCE WITH THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING INCLUDING PROGRESS AGAINST AGREED UPON PROGRAMMATIC OUTCOMES AND DELIVERABLES TO ENSURE UWMB IS ACHIEVING ITS MISSION.
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 advance an economically just region where prosperity is shared across race and ethnicity. United Way exists to build more equitable communities, together. With 90 years of local impact in eastern Massachusetts, we work with and for our communities to build economic prosperity and enable everyone-across races and ethnicities-to share in the knowledge, wealth and resources available. We believe that the key to unlocking opportunity is uniting people, and we bring together individuals, community leaders, corporate partners, legislators and organizations to build a powerful engine of change.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean Youth Club Inc | Boston, MA | Community Impact | $1,404,022 |
| NeighborWorks Housing Solutions | Quincy, MA | Community Impact | $1,264,726 |
| Berkshire Housing Development Corporation | Pittsfield, MA | Community Impact | $1,250,003 |
| UW of North Central Massachusetts Inc | Fitchburg, MA | Community Impact | $1,115,147 |
| New Healthy Mass | Newton, MA | Community Impact | $1,091,950 |
| Planning Office for Urban Affairs | Boston, MA | Community Impact | $1,000,000 |
| Louison House Inc | Adams, MA | Community Impact | $880,028 |
| Immigrant Family Services Institute | Mattapan, MA | Community Impact | $712,481 |
| For Kids Only Afterschool | Winthrop, MA | Community Impact | $484,411 |
| United Way of Central Massachusetts | Worcester, MA | Community Impact | $480,141 |
| United Way WorldWide | Boston, MA | Community Impact | $459,708 |
| Catholic Charities - Boston | South Boston, MA | Community Impact | $446,809 |
| Haitian Community Partners Foundation | Brockton, MA | Community Impact | $429,226 |
| Meryl's Safe Haven Inc | Pittsfield, MA | Community Impact | $345,374 |
| The Neighborhood Developers CONNECT | Chelsea, MA | Community Impact | $281,857 |
| SMOCSuburban Child LLC | Framingham, MA | Community Impact | $280,826 |
| Lawrence Community Works | Lawrence, MA | Community Impact | $278,498 |
| Lynn Housing Authority & Development Group Inc | Lynn, MA | Community Impact | $273,185 |
| The Community Group Lawrence | Lawrence, MA | Community Impact | $258,504 |
| South Shore Stars | East Weymouth, MA | Community Impact | $242,299 |
| Urban Edge | Roxbury, MA | Community Impact | $242,000 |
| Quincy Community Action Programs Inc | Quincy, MA | Community Impact | $218,053 |
| City of Haverhill - Haverhill Public Schools | Haverhill, MA | Community Impact | $215,000 |
| Jewish Vocational Service | Boston, MA | Community Impact | $210,000 |
| City of Salem - Salem Public Schools | Salem, MA | Community Impact | $204,000 |
The 25 largest of 412 grants listed on the return. 61 grants to individuals ($63K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
- Massachusetts$28.6M · 302 grants
- Rhode Island$328K · 3 grants
- New Hampshire$207K · 7 grants
- Connecticut$206K · 16 grants
- New York$197K · 2 grants
- New Jersey$106K · 4 grants
- District of Columbia$103K · 1 grant
- Illinois$93.8K · 1 grant
- Ohio$60.8K · 2 grants
- North Carolina$44.5K · 3 grants
- Pennsylvania$16.6K · 1 grant
- Tennessee$15.6K · 1 grant
Quick answers
Does United Way Of Massachusetts Bay Inc 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 Massachusetts Bay Inc'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 Massachusetts Bay Inc give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $34,796,043 in grants paid (412 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way Of Massachusetts Bay Inc funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Caribbean Youth Club Inc (MA), $1.4M, NeighborWorks Housing Solutions (MA), $1.26M, Berkshire Housing Development Corporation (MA), $1.25M, UW of North Central Massachusetts Inc (MA), $1.12M and New Healthy Mass (MA), $1.09M.