United Way · EIN 88-0071328
United Way of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
United Way of Southern Nevada is a United Way organization based in Las Vegas, NV. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $14.6M in grants paid across 2,489 grants, with $11.1M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Leaders in Training, Fulfillment Fund of Las Vegas and Unlv Foundation.
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 Southern Nevada's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
The organization receives monthly reports that are reviewed by community development staff. these reports must be received by the 5th of every month for the checks/grants to be cut on the 10th. uwsn reviews these reports to see that they are on target to reach the established goals and benchmarks set out in the original agreement with the agency. if the proper reports are not submitted, payments to an agency can be withheld.
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 southern nevada inc. (the organization or united way) unites our community to improve people's lives. together we create positive change by solving complex community problems. we are one organization collaborating with many to create a better community for all.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaders in Training | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $240,000 |
| Fulfillment Fund of Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $200,000 |
| Unlv Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $181,000 |
| YMCA of Southern Nevada-Heinrich | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $132,000 |
| Spread the Word Nevada | Henderson, NV | Charitable | $120,000 |
| Green Our Planet | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $111,652 |
| Junior Achievement | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $100,000 |
| The Public Education Foundation | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $80,600 |
| Cristo Rey St Viator College Prepatory High School | North Las Vegas, NV | — | $64,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $59,819 |
| Jobs for Nevada Graduates Inc ( Ja | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $53,548 |
| Discovery Children's Museum | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Nevada Ballet Theater | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $33,000 |
| Nevada Hand Inc | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $32,500 |
| Arriba Las Vegas Worker Center | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Helping Hands of Vegas Valley Inc | N Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Future Smiles | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Southern Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Nevada Rural Counties Rsvp Program | Carson City, NV | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Research Education and Access for C | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Eye Care 4 Kids Nevada | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $22,500 |
| Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $22,500 |
| Foster Kinship | N Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Girls on the Run Las Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Iron Sharpens Iron Mentoring Inc | Las Vegas, NV | — | $20,000 |
The 25 largest of 2,489 grants listed on the return. 2,436 grants to individuals ($12.4M) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of Southern Nevada 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 Southern Nevada'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 Southern Nevada give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $14,628,844 in grants paid (2,489 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of Southern Nevada funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Leaders in Training (NV), $240K, Fulfillment Fund of Las Vegas (NV), $200K, Unlv Foundation (NV), $181K, YMCA of Southern Nevada-Heinrich (NV), $132K and Spread the Word Nevada (NV), $120K.