United Way · EIN 23-1352095
United Way of the Capital Region
Enola, PA
United Way of the Capital Region is a United Way organization based in Enola, PA. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $5.62M in grants paid across 67 grants, with $30.6M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Juniata College, Penn State Health and College of Medicine and Journey United Methodist Church.
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 the Capital Region's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
United way of the Capital Region requires all agencies receiving grants directly from us to report on a monthly basis, services provided, outcomes achieved, individuals assisted and other data to ensure grant funds are properly used.
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
The mission of United Way of the Capital Region is to improve lives in Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry counties by identifying the most pressing community needs, finding solutions to those needs, and demonstrating how these solutions are making a difference.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juniata College | Huntingdon, PA | — | $160,751 |
| Penn State Health and College of Medicine | Hershey, PA | — | $65,877 |
| Journey United Methodist Church | Harrisburg, PA | — | $50,000 |
| Derry Presbyterian Church | Hershey, PA | — | $36,243 |
| Central Pennsylvania Food Bank | Harrisburg, PA | — | $34,823 |
| Camp Hill Presbyterian Church | Camp Hill, PA | — | $32,500 |
| National Civil War Museum | Harrisburg, PA | — | $30,500 |
| The Foundation for Enhancing Communities | Harrisburg, PA | — | $24,386 |
| New Hope Ministries Inc | Mechanicsburg, PA | — | $23,567 |
| UPMC Pinnacle Foundation | Harrisburg, PA | — | $19,655 |
| Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church | Hummelstown, PA | — | $19,000 |
| Harrisburg Academy | Wormleysburg, PA | — | $16,000 |
| Hospice of Central Pennsylvania | Harrisburg, PA | — | $15,604 |
| Merrill Area United Way Inc | Merrill, WI | — | $14,708 |
| WITF Incorporated | Harrisburg, PA | — | $13,479 |
| United Way of Lebanon County | Annville, PA | — | $12,929 |
| Harrisburg Symphony Association | Harrisburg, PA | — | $12,750 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg | Harrisburg, PA | — | $12,596 |
| Harrisburg University of Science and | Harrisburg, PA | — | $12,247 |
| VMI Foundation | Lexington, VA | — | $12,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus Roman Catholic Church | Harrisburg, PA | — | $11,622 |
| United Way of York County PA | York, PA | — | $11,580 |
| The Waynesburg University | Waynesburg, PA | — | $11,500 |
| Bethesda Mission of Harrisburg | Harrisburg, PA | — | $11,461 |
| Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts | Harrisburg, PA | — | $11,152 |
The 25 largest of 67 grants listed on the return. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of the Capital Region 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 the Capital Region'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 the Capital Region give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $5,620,414 in grants paid (67 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of the Capital Region funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Juniata College (PA), $161K, Penn State Health and College of Medicine (PA), $65.9K, Journey United Methodist Church (PA), $50K, Derry Presbyterian Church (PA), $36.2K and Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (PA), $34.8K.