United Way · EIN 93-0582124
United Way of the Columbia-Willamette
Portland, OR
United Way of the Columbia-Willamette is a United Way organization based in Portland, OR. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $19.8M in grants paid across 668 grants, with $43.1M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Multnomah County (DCHS), Central City Concern and Washington County HHS.
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 Columbia-Willamette's website for its current funding process.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Program Grants: As a condition for receiving grant funds, grantees are required to submit: 1) a funding agreement signed by the organization's board president and the chief executive officer; 2) organization's anti-discrimination policy; 3) certification stating that United Way funds will be used in compliance with all applicable anti-terrorism financing and asset control laws, statutes and executive orders; and 4) organizations with annual budgets over $500,000, an annual audit, and organizations with budgets under $500,000, an annual financial review. In addition grantees submit an annual work plan that reflects: 1) goals and objectives of the funded project with specific deliverables and milestones; 2) an evaluation plan to measure accomplishment of the goals and objectives; and 3) budget of expenses for staffing, equipment, training and other program needs related to project goals and objectives. Progress reports are required every 6 months to determine that grantees are implementing the program according to this work plan, achieving the goals of the program and spending United Way funds according to the project budget. Monitoring includes semi-annual progress report reviews, annual site visits, and formal program review. Technical assistance is provided to bring programs into compliance regarding the terms of the funding agreement, the program budget, management, implementation and/or achievement of project goals. United Way reserves the right to conduct additional revie
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
Our mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our communities to advance equity and the common good. United Way of the Columbia-Willamette brings together people, resources, and ideas to build a region where every person in every community can thrive.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multnomah County (DCHS) | Portland, OR | Early Learning Exp | $1,565,638 |
| Central City Concern | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $1,368,516 |
| Washington County HHS | Hillsboro, OR | Early Learning Exp | $1,297,054 |
| New Narrative | Tigard, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $824,489 |
| Transition Projects Inc | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $806,604 |
| Do Good Multnomah | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $804,049 |
| Mental Health Association of Portland | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $528,108 |
| Oregon Community Health Workers Association | Portland, OR | Early Learning Exp | $499,111 |
| The Salvation Army a California Corporation | Happy Valley, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $428,462 |
| Our Just Future | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $418,242 |
| New Avenues for Youth | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $372,890 |
| All Good Northwest | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $349,257 |
| Outside In | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $326,464 |
| El Programa Hispano Catolico | Gresham, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $293,047 |
| The Urban League of Portland | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants & Sponsorship/Scholarship & Community Investment Grants | $238,401 |
| NW Natural | Portland, OR | Gap | $196,348 |
| Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants & Community Investment Grants | $187,961 |
| Cultivate Initiatives | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $185,736 |
| Volunteers of America of Oregon Inc | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $185,736 |
| Greater New Hope Family Services LLC | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $180,626 |
| Native American Youth and Family Center | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants & Community Investment Grants | $156,458 |
| The Native American Rehabilitation Assoc of the NW Inc | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $147,811 |
| Trash for Peace | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants | $139,836 |
| The Library Foundation Inc | Portland, OR | Early Learning Exp | $135,032 |
| Latino Network | Portland, OR | JOHS Housing Grants & Community Investment Grants & Community Strengthening grants | $128,735 |
The 25 largest of 668 grants listed on the return. 535 grants to individuals ($3.06M) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does United Way of the Columbia-Willamette 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 Columbia-Willamette'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 Columbia-Willamette give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $19,783,938 in grants paid (668 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has United Way of the Columbia-Willamette funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Multnomah County (DCHS) (OR), $1.57M, Central City Concern (OR), $1.37M, Washington County HHS (OR), $1.3M, New Narrative (OR), $824K and Transition Projects Inc (OR), $807K.