Tulsa Area United Way
Tulsa Area United Way (TAUW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that serves as a community foundation and fundraising organization. Founded in 1924 and tax-exempt since 1951, TAUW operates as an independent organization governed by local volunteers. The organization has a broad reach across eight counties and connects people to resources across 37 counties through its 211 Eastern Oklahoma service.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$39.9M
+3.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$20.8M
+3.0% YoY
Grant Count
77
+6.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$269K
-3.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Unite people and resources to improve lives and build a stronger community.
TAUW organizes its work around five primary focus areas:
- 211 Eastern Oklahoma – A centralized service connecting Oklahomans to free, confidential services including food, housing, and utility assistance
- Community Resiliency – Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow
- Financial Security – Creating a stronger financial future for every generation
- Youth Opportunities – Helping young people reach their full potential
- Healthy Community – Improving health and well-being for all
Grantmaking
TAUW funds approximately 160 nonprofit programs operated by 70 partner organizations. The organization distributes grants across its focus areas with recent grant awards ranging from $1,156,968 to $1,300,515 to major partners.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
TAUW's direct service area spans eight counties in Oklahoma. Through 211 Eastern Oklahoma, the organization connects people to resources across 37 counties in the region.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $39.9 million
- Total Revenue: $28.6 million
- Total Expenses: $27.7 million
- Annual Income: $38.1 million
- Number of Employees: 46
Historical context:
- $26.5+ million raised in 2025
- $979 million invested in the community since 1924
- 2023 Revenue: $26.7 million
- 2023 Expenses: $26 million
- 2023 Total Assets: $38.5 million
Financial Governance: TAUW maintains independent audits by a CPA firm annually and adheres to generally accepted accounting principles. A volunteer Finance and Audit Committee oversees the annual audit, which is reviewed by the Board of Directors.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $39,871,790 | $38,468,025 | $38,050,838 |
| Revenue | $28,610,622 | $26,741,509 | $26,084,700 |
| Expenses | $27,711,086 | $26,033,017 | $25,946,579 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $767,399 | $458,518 | $116,653 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Tulsa Area United Way
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP)
TULSA AREA UNITED WAY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Social Innovations Grant
TULSA AREA UNITED WAY
Amount
$40,000
Deadline
July 31, 2026
Tulsa Area United Way: Social Innovations Grant
TULSA AREA UNITED WAY
Amount
US $40,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include The Salvation Army ($1,300,515), Family & Children's Services ($1,156,968), Domestic Violence Intervention Services ($931,425).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A NEW LEAF TULSA, OK | HEALTHY COMMUNITY, FINANCIAL SECURITY | $556,236 |
| ABILITY RESOURCES TULSA, OK | HEALTHY COMMUNITY | $196,345 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS TULSA AREA CHAPTER TULSA, OK | COMMUNITY RESILIENCY | $451,250 |
| BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF OKLAHOMA TULSA, OK | YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES | $277,790 |
| BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (INDIAN NATIONS COUNCIL) TULSA, OK | YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES | $464,501 |
| THE BRIDGES FOUNDATION TULSA, OK | FINANCIAL SECURITY | $228,223 |
| BRISTOW SOCIAL SERVICES BRISTOW, OK | FINANCIAL SECURITY | $97,580 |
| BROKEN ARROW NEIGHBORS BROKEN ARROW, OK | FINANCIAL SECURITY | $80,192 |
| BROKEN ARROW SENIORS INC BROKEN ARROW, OK | HEALTHY COMMUNITY | $41,843 |
| CAMP FIRE USA GREEN COUNTRY COUNCIL INC TULSA, OK | YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES | $322,894 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
President & CEO: Alison Anthony
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTHONY ALISON | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 40 | $336,746 |
| NEUMAIER KARL | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| OLDHAM BRANDON | VICE-CHAIR | 1 | — |
| GROBER STEPHANIA | CHAIR-ELECT | 4 | — |
| RATCLIFF LARERONITA | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| MCLAUGHLIN ROSS | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| DEVORE ROBYN | ASSISTANT TREASURER | 1 | — |
| CAVANAH KEVIN | ETHICS OFFICER | 1 | — |
| AMBURGY PAMELA | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| BALANDRAN MARIO | DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE | 1 | — |
| BENNETT III TOM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRINGHAM HEATH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CAMPBELL MIKEALE | DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE | 1 | — |
| CARTER GARY | DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE | 1 | — |
| DUKES EMILY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DUPONT MICHAEL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DYE BEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| EPPS LAQUISHA | DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE | 1 | — |
| FEDERLINE JOHN | DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE | 1 | — |
| GATES CATHY | DIRECTOR | 3 | — |
| GOODSON LEIGH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| GRAHAM MARK | EX OFFICIO | 1 | — |
| HAIR CARA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HALL ELIZABETH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HARDIN TRACY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HAYNIE RYAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JACKSON BETSY | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| JOHNSON MACY | DIRECTOR-AT-LARGE | 1 | — |
| JONES STEPHANIE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KIRK MELINDA | DIRECTOR | 3 | — |
| LEVO FEARY CHELSEA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MAHANEY MINDY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MILFORD AARON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MOSS HAUSAM NETTA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ODOM JACOB | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| PAYNE JAMIE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| PRICE-JOHANNSEN JACKIE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| REYES KRYSTAL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RUIZ YOBANA | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SCHMOOK GENEVIEVE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SMITH MARK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| STEPHEN MARK | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| STRAHLER LEIGH ANNE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TAYLOR KATHY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TAYLOR LYNDON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WALDEN ALLISON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WARNER BRYAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| WILSON LANE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MEYER CARLA | CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER | 40 | $174,800 |
| SADLER BRENT | CHIEF ORG DEV AND TRANSFORMATION OFFICER | 40 | $139,836 |
| QUALLS CYNTHIA | CHIEF RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER | 40 | $135,114 |
| MITCHELL WESLEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - 211EOK | 40 | $120,213 |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**2025 Days of Caring:** 3,923 volunteers participated in Fall Days of Caring events
**Social Innovations Grant Program:** Currently accepting applications for grants funding innovative nonprofit ideas
Tulsa Area United Way Accepting Applications For Social Innovation Grant**Volunteer Opportunities:** TAUW partners offer various volunteer opportunities including serving meals and reading to children, with Days of Caring events held throughout the year
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tulsa Area United Way fund?
**Mission:** Unite people and resources to improve lives and build a stronger community. TAUW organizes its work around five primary focus areas: • **211 Eastern Oklahoma** – A centralized service connecting Oklahomans to free, confidential services including food, housing, and utility assistance • **Community Resiliency** – Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow • **Financial Security** – Creating a stronger financial future for every generation • **Youth Opportunities** – Helping…
How do I apply for a grant from Tulsa Area United Way?
TAUW funds approximately 160 nonprofit programs operated by 70 partner organizations. The organization distributes grants across its focus areas with recent grant awards ranging from $1,156,968 to $1,300,515 to major partners. **Total giving:** $20.8 million (based on most recent IRS Form 990) **Recent grantees include:** • Salvation Army / Arkansas Oklahoma Division Headquarters ($1,300,515 for Financial Security and Youth Opportunities) • Family and Children's Services ($1,156,968 for Healthy…
Where does Tulsa Area United Way make grants?
TAUW's direct service area spans eight counties in Oklahoma. Through 211 Eastern Oklahoma, the organization connects people to resources across 37 counties in the region.
What size grants does Tulsa Area United Way award?
In 2024, Tulsa Area United Way awarded 77 grants totaling $20.8M — an average of about $269K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Tulsa Area United Way's EIN?
Tulsa Area United Way's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 73-0580283. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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