United Way · EIN 38-1358411
United Way of Southwest Michigan
St Joseph, MI
United Way of Southwest Michigan is a United Way organization based in St Joseph, MI. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2025, it reported $1.5M in grants paid across 46 grants, with $3.62M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Region IV Area Agency on Aging Inc, Berrien County Health Department and Salvation Army - Benton Harbor.
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 Southwest Michigan's website for its current funding process.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2025; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
United way of southwest michigan works in berrien, cass, and van buren counties to sustain a united community where everyone contributes, belongs, and thrives.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Region IV Area Agency on Aging Inc | St Joseph, MI | General Support | $131,085 |
| Berrien County Health Department | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $95,723 |
| Salvation Army - Benton Harbor | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $71,903 |
| YMCA of Southwest Michigan | Niles, MI | General Support | $71,903 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Benton Harbor | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $63,588 |
| The Avenue Family Network | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $58,629 |
| Children's Advocacy Center of Southwest Michigan | St Joseph, MI | General Support | $58,076 |
| Logan Community Resources | South Bend, IN | General Support | $55,347 |
| Berrien County Cancer Service | Stevensville, MI | General Support | $51,757 |
| Emergency Shelter Services Inc | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $47,050 |
| Kinexus | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $47,050 |
| Youth Solutions | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $44,589 |
| Berrien Resa | Berrien Springs, MI | General Support | $44,248 |
| Salvation Army - Niles | Niles, MI | General Support | $41,483 |
| Lake Michigan College | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $38,705 |
| Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $36,759 |
| Feeding America West Mi Food Bank | Comstock Park, MI | General Support | $35,952 |
| Center(ed) on Wellness | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $34,666 |
| Center for Growth and Independence | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $27,655 |
| Van Burencass District Health Department | Hartford, MI | General Support | $27,655 |
| Mosaic Ccda | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $27,655 |
| Senior Nutrition Services Region IV Inc | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $26,428 |
| Lewis Cass Isd | Cassopolis, MI | General Support | $24,890 |
| Van Buren Community Mental Health Authority | Paw Paw, MI | General Support | $22,857 |
| Berrien Court Appointed Special Advocates | Benton Harbor, MI | General Support | $22,124 |
The 25 largest of 46 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of Southwest Michigan 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 Southwest Michigan'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 Southwest Michigan give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $1,497,158 in grants paid (46 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of Southwest Michigan funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Region IV Area Agency on Aging Inc (MI), $131K, Berrien County Health Department (MI), $95.7K, Salvation Army - Benton Harbor (MI), $71.9K, YMCA of Southwest Michigan (MI), $71.9K and Boys and Girls Club of Benton Harbor (MI), $63.6K.