United Way of Bergen County
United Way of Bergen County is a public charity based in Paramus, New Jersey, formed in 1962. Its stated work includes developing affordable housing and connecting people with health and human-service resources through NJ211.
United Way of Bergen County at a glance
In short: United Way of Bergen County gave $7.0M across 377 grants in 2025 (avg $18K), top state Texas. 25% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $6,953,857
- -13.4% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 377
- -9.8% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $18,445
- -4.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $9,010
- Total assets
- $31,890,555
- +1.4% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 25% first-time grantees (95 of 376, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Texas (33% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to United Way of Bergen County
- Contact
Mailing address: 6 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Phone: (201) 291-4050
Website: https://bergenunitedway.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who United Way of Bergen County funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was KPMG US Foundation Inc ($1.8M). Together the top 10 received $2.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
2,120 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2,034 grants of 2,120 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s housing work is described as taking place in New Jersey, including Bergen County and other locations throughout the state. Its filing describes NJ211 as connecting callers with services in local communities throughout New Jersey. In 2025, grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states; the largest reported recipient-state shares were Texas (33%), New York (10%), Illinois (7%), Georgia (7%), and Missouri (4%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 377 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is United Way of Bergen County open to new grantees?
25%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 95 of 376 grantees (25%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $9K; repeat grants $22K. How we count
Medians: $7K first-time, $10K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $7.0M (2025) to $11.4M (2022). In 2025 it made 377 grants totaling $7.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KPMG US Foundation Inc Richardson, TX | Donor Designation | $1,847,204 |
| First Book Washington, DC | Donor Designation | $150,028 |
| Mile High United Way Inc Denver, CO | Donor Designation | $138,272 |
| American Cancer Society Atlanta, GA | Donor Designation | $123,918 |
| United Way of Greater St Louis Inc St. Louis, MO | Donor Designation | $120,956 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Memphis, TN | Donor Designation | $113,789 |
| United Way of Long Island Deer Park, NY | Donor Designation | $54,970 |
| American Heart Association Inc Dallas, TX | Donor Designation | $51,995 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc Rye Brook, NY | Donor Designation | $50,752 |
| March of Dimes Arlington, VA | Donor Designation | $50,244 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,890,555 | $13,776,032 | $13,861,622 | $6,953,857 | 377 | $79,349 |
| 2024 | $31,465,618 | $14,502,006 | $14,501,739 | $8,033,816 | 418 | $88,249 |
| 2023 | $30,789,392 | $14,681,756 | $15,366,894 | $8,394,708 | 446 | $44,488 |
| 2022 | $30,271,619 | $16,270,987 | $16,132,051 | $11,418,101 | 424 | $9,953 |
| 2021 | $28,139,614 | $17,187,459 | $17,535,193 | $8,387,187 | 455 | $12,607 |
| 2020 | $22,947,954 | $17,319,946 | $17,341,407 | $9,585,507 | 521 | $59,684 |
| 2019 | $18,606,429 | $14,627,624 | $14,746,096 | $8,827,255 | 409 | $55,897 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s mission, as stated in its 2023 filing, is to connect community members in need with resources through NJ211 and develop affordable housing for seniors, veterans, families, and adults with developmental disabilities. Its current website states its mission as building homes people can afford and says it strives to be equitable and inclusive.
The organization’s website describes housing developments for seniors, veterans, people with physical or developmental disabilities, and working families. The 2023 filing describes NJ211 as a free, confidential, multilingual, always-open information and referral service. It also describes workplace-giving campaigns through which employees can designate donations to IRS-approved 501(c)(3) organizations.
Examples of 2025 grantees reflect a range of causes. First Book describes its mission as expanding children’s access to quality education. The American Cancer Society says it works to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital describes its mission as advancing cures and prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. These are the grantees’ stated missions, not United Way of Bergen County’s.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, United Way of Bergen County reported 377 grants totaling $6,953,857. Grant amounts ranged from $5,001 to $1,847,204, with a median of $9,010. The largest grant was $1,847,204 to KPMG US Foundation, identified as donor-designated. Other large donor-designated grants included $150,028 to First Book, $138,272 to Mile High United Way, $123,918 to the American Cancer Society, and $120,956 to United Way of Greater St. Louis.
The 2023 filing describes a Compassion Fund process in which cases come through NJ211, are screened for other available assistance, and may be referred to staff for review. Assistance is provided as deemed necessary. This description concerns assistance to people in need; it does not describe an application process for outside organizations seeking grants.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Thomas Toronto as president and CEO; Carol Lowden as controller; Gina Nicoletti-Gilsenan as chief development officer; Peter J. Ingrasci as chair; Joseph M. Healy as vice chair through December 2024; and Valerie A. Reardon as treasurer. It also lists Gregory C. Dunlap, James E. Healey CPA, Ken Finnerty, and Reverend Richard S. Hong as board members.
United Way of Bergen County is led by Thomas Toronto, President & CEO on every filing since 2019; 3 of 14 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Thomas Toronto
President & CEO
On filings since 2019
37.5 hrs/week
$184K (2019) → $190K (2025)
Peter J. Ingrasci
Chair
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carol Lowden
Controller
On filings since 2020
37.5 hrs/week
$101K (2020) → $106K (2025)
Gina Nicoletti-Gilsenan
Chief Development Officer
On filings since 2023
37.5 hrs/week
$101K (2023) → $102K (2025)
Gregory C. Dunlap
Board Member
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James E. Healey CPA
Board Member
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph M. Healy
Vice Chair
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Reverend Richard S. Hong
Board Member
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert J. Iacullo
Board Member
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Valerie A. Reardon
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Americo R. Lisboano
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Molin
Board Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Allison Winters
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ken Finnerty
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Alex Kellenberger (2019–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Elinor J. Ferdon (2019–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Irwin M. Pollack (2019–2024) — Board Member
- Former: James Aramanda (2019–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Peter Arbeiter (2020–2023) — CFO
- Former: Ann M. Limberg (2019–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Alan N. Posencheg (2019) — Secretary
- Former: Jeffrey Lewis (2019) — Director of Special Project
- Former: Kim Felix (2019) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $190K, to Thomas Toronto (President & CEO). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about United Way of Bergen County
How much does United Way of Bergen County give each year?
United Way of Bergen County gave $7.0M across 377 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $8.0M across 418 grants.
What is United Way of Bergen County's typical grant size?
United Way of Bergen County's median grant in 2025 was $9,010, and its average grant was $18,445, across 377 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from United Way of Bergen County that year got $9K on average.
Where does United Way of Bergen County give grants?
United Way of Bergen County's top state is Texas, with 33% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were New York (10%) and Illinois (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Chicago, IL (23 grants), Atlanta, GA (19 grants), New York, NY (14 grants) and New York City, NY (12 grants).
Does United Way of Bergen County give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 377 grants with a stated purpose on United Way of Bergen County's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donor Designation" (377 grants).
Who are United Way of Bergen County's largest grantees?
United Way of Bergen County's largest 2025 grantees include KPMG US Foundation Inc ($1,847,204), First Book ($150,028) and Mile High United Way Inc ($138,272), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 31% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is United Way of Bergen County?
United Way of Bergen County reported $31.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $13.8M.
What does United Way of Bergen County fund?
The organization’s mission, as stated in its 2023 filing, is to connect community members in need with resources through NJ211 and develop affordable housing for seniors, veterans, families, and adults with developmental disabilities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of Bergen County?
United Way of Bergen County has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check bergenunitedway.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is United Way of Bergen County's EIN?
United Way of Bergen County's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-6028959. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 18, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS February 16, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS February 17, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
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Grantable. (2026). United Way of Bergen County funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/united-way-of-bergen-county-morg_8d18667c889c4f24b2a755e9534c2fd3
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