United Way for Cortland County Inc
We improve the lives of individuals and families in Cortland county by uniting the resources of donors, volunteers, and agencies.
United Way for Cortland County Inc at a glance
In short: United Way for Cortland County Inc gave $138K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $23K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $137,700
- -8.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $22,950
- -8.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $23,350
- Total assets
- $972,544
- -4.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to United Way for Cortland County Inc
- Next open deadline
- October 31, 2026 (Community Impact Funding 2026 Grant)
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from United Way for Cortland County Inc
Who United Way for Cortland County Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Catholic Charities ($34K). Together the top 6 received $138K.
Grant Size Distribution
28 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 26 grants of 28 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How United Way for Cortland County Inc gives
- Giving grew 29% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $68K (2022) to $247K (2020). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $138K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities Cortland, NY | $34,000 | |
| YWCA Cortland, NY | $30,000 | |
| Salvation Army Cortland, NY | $26,000 | |
| Cortland County Child Develop Cortland, NY | $20,700 | |
| Family Counseling Services Cortland, NY | $19,000 | |
| Capco Coummunity Action Progr Cortland, NY | $8,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $972,544 | $201,718 | $214,364 | $137,700 | 6 | $39,834 |
| 2023 | $1,020,307 | $259,604 | $323,661 | $151,150 | 6 | $9,214 |
| 2022 | $1,042,968 | $218,307 | $266,543 | $68,358 | 5 | $23,069 |
| 2021 | $1,247,117 | $440,382 | $313,941 | $106,333 | 5 | $41,332 |
| 2020 | $1,081,555 | $440,056 | $471,159 | $247,330 | 6 | $27,210 |
About United Way for Cortland County Inc
Based on IRS filings
United Way for Cortland County Inc is a public charity, based in Cortland, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $973K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $138K. Net investment income was $40K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
United Way for Cortland County Inc is led by Krissy Gambitta, President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); none of the 21 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Krissy Gambitta
President
Director → 1st Vice President, 2021
1st Vice President → President, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kristina Thelen
Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
37.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
F. Michael Catalano
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Breed
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Laurie Sperger
Director
2nd Vice President → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Hudon
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Missie Horton
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angela Herrera-Canfield
Director
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Colby Reagan
Director
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Megan Leach
Director
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lorraine Lopez- Janove
Director
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Doug Derancy
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julia Porter
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Holl
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christella Yonta
Former Executive Director
Executive Director → Former Executive Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
37.5 hrs/week
$68K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Evan Ramiza
1st Vice President
Director → Secretary, 2021
Secretary → 1st Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Hoose
2nd Vice President
Director → 2nd Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nicole Cottone
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Bearup
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jenny Robinson
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Greg Richards
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2022
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Erik Bitterbaum (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Jarrod Kolodziejczyk (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Carol Tytler (2020–2021) — President
- Former: Aj Meldrim (2020) — Director
- Former: Bob Haight (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Dale Davis (2020) — Treasurer
- Former: Matt Pitcher (2020) — 2nd Vice President & Director
- Former: Nancy Ruscio (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $71K, to Christella Yonta (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about United Way for Cortland County Inc
How much does United Way for Cortland County Inc give each year?
United Way for Cortland County Inc gave $138K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $151K across 6 grants.
What is United Way for Cortland County Inc's typical grant size?
United Way for Cortland County Inc's median grant in 2024 was $23,350, and its average grant was $22,950, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does United Way for Cortland County Inc give grants?
United Way for Cortland County Inc gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Cortland, NY (6 grants).
Does United Way for Cortland County Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on United Way for Cortland County Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "See Schedule O" (6 grants).
Who are United Way for Cortland County Inc's largest grantees?
United Way for Cortland County Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Catholic Charities ($34,000), YWCA ($30,000) and Salvation Army ($26,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 65% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Way for Cortland County Inc?
United Way for Cortland County Inc reported $973K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $202K.
What is United Way for Cortland County Inc's EIN?
United Way for Cortland County Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-6058903. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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