United Way California Capital
United Way California Capital Region (UWCCR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Sacramento, California, serving as an independent local affiliate of United Way of America. Founded in 1923, the organization operates a hybrid model combining direct service delivery with grant-making to partner nonprofits. UWCCR serves five counties: Amador, El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, and Yolo.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$14.5M
+0.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.1M
+5.6% YoY
Grant Count
91
-15.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$77K
+25.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
UWCCR's mission is to mobilize the community to action so all can thrive. The organization has committed to a 20-year promise to significantly reduce poverty in the Capital Region through a "Square One" approach that helps every family succeed so their communities can too.
The organization structures its work around four strategic pillars:
- Healthy Community: Improving health and well-being for all
- Youth Opportunity: Helping kids excel in school and young people realize their full potential
- Financial Security: Investing in families to build financial stability and strength
- Community Resiliency: Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow
Grantmaking
UWCCR distributed $6.7 million in grants to 108 nonprofit organizations in 2023. The organization's total giving in 2024 was $7,050,091.
Grant Range
$61,800
Average Grant
$61,800
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
UWCCR serves five counties in the Sacramento region:
- Amador County
- El Dorado County
- Placer County
- Sacramento County
- Yolo County
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 Financial Data:
- Total Revenue: $13,708,078
- Total Expenses: $13,836,972
- Total Assets: $14,529,658
- Total Liabilities: $3,120,000
- Total Giving: $7,050,091
Staffing:
- Approximately 81 employees (as of 2024)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $14,529,658 | $14,443,320 | $15,329,866 |
| Revenue | $13,708,078 | $10,672,413 | $10,345,904 |
| Expenses | $13,836,972 | $12,118,706 | $12,257,525 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $309,390 | $221,231 | $42,212 |
| 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
4 open opportunities from United Way California Capital
Collegiate Guaranteed Income Program
UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL
Amount
$500/month for one year per student
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Green Ambitions Program
UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL
Amount
Varies
Deadline
September 19, 2026
Guaranteed Income 3.0
UNITED WAY CALIFORNIA CAPITAL
Amount
$500/month for one year per household
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include America's Best Charities ($243,975), Creating Healthier Communities ($193,314), California Highway Patrol 11-99 ($141,829).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 916 INK SACRAMENTO, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $5,093 |
| AIR 1 CHRISTIAN RADIO ROCKLIN, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $5,146 |
| ALAMEDA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OAKLAND, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $5,193 |
| ALS ASSOCIATION GREATER SACRAMENTO CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $6,454 |
| ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION - NORTHERN SAN JOSE, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $7,991 |
| AMERICA'S BEST CHARITIES SAN RAFAEL, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $243,975 |
| AMERICA'S BEST LOCAL CHARITIES SAN RAFAEL, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $62,930 |
| AMERICA'S CHARITIES PHILADELPHIA, PA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $74,256 |
| AMERICAN RED CROSS CAPITAL REGION SACRAMENTO, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $11,820 |
| ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE SACRAMENTO, CA | FOR THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS ORGANIZATION. | $6,432 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Dawnté Early: President & CEO (joined in 2021)
- Corinne Morrison: Chief Financial Officer
- Edward C King: Chief Program Officer
- Sia Magadan: Director of Strategic Partnerships
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR DAWNTE EARLY | PRESIDENT/CEO AND SECRETARY | 39 | $258,577 |
| AMBER LOVETT | CHIEF, RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT & MARKETING | 39 | $139,074 |
| MICHAEL HOWELL | CHIEF, DATA & LEARNING | 39 | $135,965 |
| CORRINE MORRISON | CFO | 39 | $104,199 |
| RICHARD PAN | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| RUTH MILLER | VICE-CHAIR | 1 | — |
| DAVID BOWEN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| OYANGO SNELL | IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR | 1 | — |
| STEVE LINS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TAHIRA CUNNINGHAM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ERIC GRABIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVID WILSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARK ULLRICH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BEVERLY SANDEEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KIM HEWITT | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JESSICA SELLNER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHEVELLE NEWSOME | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TODD HABETS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CAROLYN MULLINS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRAD FREEBURG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RANDY ROJAS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JOAQUIN RAZO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| FABRIZIO SASSO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| VANESSA SHEARED | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL SIMONDS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BARBARA SWARTOS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| VELMA SYKES | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ALLEN TAYLOR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CAROLYN TURPIN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVE CABLE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVE GREENLY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JASON CLARKE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JULIE QUINN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BRETT STUDHOLME | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DR BJ SNOWDEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| EMILY SANTANELLI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JOHN PETROVICH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| AMY KRAUSE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| SEPTEMBER HARGROVE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
UWCCR received a $10 million donation from MacKenzie Scott, described as the organization's largest-ever donation, signaling strong confidence in their community impact model.
The organization received $150,000 from Sierra Health Foundation to create new job and housing opportunities for Greater Sacramento.
United Way Receives $150k from Sierra Health Foundation to Create New JobUWCCR was among California United Ways to receive $1 million from Wells Fargo to accelerate financial empowerment initiatives.
United Way California Capital Region - HinchillaThe organization was awarded $900,000 through the Public Safety Assistance Program (PSAP) Request for Proposals to expand homelessness prevention in Sacramento.
PSAP RFP Awards $900K to Expand Homelessness Prevention in SacramentoSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Way California Capital fund?
UWCCR's mission is to mobilize the community to action so all can thrive. The organization has committed to a 20-year promise to significantly reduce poverty in the Capital Region through a "Square One" approach that helps every family succeed so their communities can too. The organization structures its work around four strategic pillars: • **Healthy Community**: Improving health and well-being for all • **Youth Opportunity**: Helping kids excel in school and young people realize their full po…
How do I apply for a grant from United Way California Capital?
UWCCR distributed $6.7 million in grants to 108 nonprofit organizations in 2023. The organization's total giving in 2024 was $7,050,091. **Grant Characteristics:** • Average grant size: $61,800 • Typical award range: $5,008–$5,165,273 • Grant recipients in 2023: 108 organizations **Grant Programs:** • Community Investment Grants • e-CImpact Partner Funding (online application system for partner agencies) • Workplace Giving Designations (direct employee donations to any qualified 501(c)(3))
Where does United Way California Capital make grants?
UWCCR serves five counties in the Sacramento region: • Amador County • El Dorado County • Placer County • Sacramento County • Yolo County
What size grants does United Way California Capital award?
In 2024, United Way California Capital awarded 91 grants totaling $7.1M — an average of about $77K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way California Capital's EIN?
United Way California Capital's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 94-1225382. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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