United Way of Chester County Inc
United Way of Chester County is a public charity based in Exton, Pennsylvania. It brings together people and resources to strengthen communities and supports local services and initiatives, particularly for Chester County residents and ALICE households—people who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed.
United Way of Chester County Inc at a glance
In short: United Way of Chester County Inc gave $548K across 25 grants in 2025 (avg $22K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 4% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $548,497
- -9.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 25
- +38.9% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $21,940
- -34.7% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $2,926,408
- -10.4% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 4% first-time grantees (1 of 25, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% 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 Chester County Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- Contact
Mailing address: 150 John Robert Thomas Drive, Exton, PA 19341
Phone: (610) 429-9400
Website: https://unitedwaychestercounty.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from United Way of Chester County Inc
Community Impact & Innovation Grants
United Way of Chester County Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
COVID-19 Response Fund
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Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
EITC for Pre-K Scholarship Donations
United Way of Chester County Inc
Amount
100% tax credit for first $10,000; 90% tax credit for donations above $10,000, with maximum donation of $200,000 annually
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who United Way of Chester County Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Open Hearth Inc ($70K). Together the top 10 received $357K.
Grant Size Distribution
209 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 192 grants of 209 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s stated grant-program scope is Chester County, Pennsylvania. All reported 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 25 itemized grants.
Cities
Is United Way of Chester County Inc open to new grantees?
4%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 1 of 25 grantees (4%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $9K; repeat grants $22K. How we count
Medians: $9K first-time, $20K 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 $548K (2025) to $1.7M (2022). In 2025 it made 25 grants totaling $548K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Open Hearth Inc Spring City, PA | Organization Support | $70,000 |
| Life Transforming Ministries Coatesville, PA | Organization Support | $53,497 |
| Brandywine Valley Active Aging Coatesville, PA | Organization Support | $45,000 |
| Family Service of Chester County West Chester, PA | Organization Support | $35,000 |
| Phoenixville Area Senior Center Phoenixville, PA | Organization Support | $30,000 |
| West Chester Area Senior Center West Chester, PA | Organization Support | $28,500 |
| Housing Authority of Chester County West Chester, PA | Organization Support | $25,000 |
| Housing Partnership Downingtown, PA | Organization Support | $25,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Chester County West Chester, PA | Organization Support | $25,000 |
| A Child's Light Malvern, PA | Organization Support | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,926,408 | $1,951,170 | $1,806,330 | $548,497 | 25 | $13,920 |
| 2024 | $3,265,402 | $2,065,023 | $2,042,715 | $604,920 | 18 | $19,991 |
| 2023 | $4,276,019 | $2,699,741 | $2,850,121 | $1,302,450 | 58 | $9,293 |
| 2022 | $4,892,068 | $3,774,333 | $3,121,929 | $1,680,751 | 63 | $7,850 |
| 2021 | $2,531,484 | $3,438,034 | $3,227,919 | $739,455 | 45 | $5,293 |
| 2019 | $2,035,980 | $3,223,211 | $3,263,141 | $1,491,269 | 64 | $26,406 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s mission is “to unite people and mobilize resources to build better lives and stronger communities.” Its Community Impact & Innovation Fund supports education, financial independence, health, and ALICE households. Focus categories include mental and behavioral health, housing and homelessness, food insecurity, financial stability and basic needs, and senior services.
Grantees’ missions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Open Hearth describes its work as helping people end homelessness, obtain affordable housing and transportation, access workforce opportunities, and achieve financial stability. Family Service of Chester County says it provides individual and family support through counseling, case management, youth services, and family programs. Brandywine Valley Active Aging describes its mission as enhancing the dignity and quality of life of aging adults.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the organization reported 25 grants totaling $548,497. Grant amounts ranged from $7,500 to $70,000, with a median of $20,000. The largest awards included $70,000 to Open Hearth, $53,497 to Life Transforming Ministries, $45,000 to Brandywine Valley Active Aging, and $35,000 to Family Service of Chester County. Other notable awards included $30,000 to Phoenixville Area Senior Center, $28,500 to West Chester Area Senior Center, and $25,000 each to Housing Authority of Chester County, Housing Partnership, and Safe Harbor of Chester County.
For its 2026 Community Impact & Innovation Grants round, the organization requested proposals for early education, quality childcare, and related family support for ALICE households. The round offered five awards of $20,000 each, and applications are closed. Eligible organizations must align their services with the organization’s priorities and address ALICE needs; serve only Chester County residents and have a full-time local physical presence and programming; have current 501(c)(3) or similar tax-exempt status; meet Pennsylvania charitable registration requirements; respond to inquiries and complete reporting; and comply with applicable federal and state requirements for organizations serving children and youth. The Community Impact Council makes funding decisions and reviews periodic financial and outcome reports. The organization accepts unsolicited requests through proposal rounds.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Carolyn Beam as chair, Aaron Proietti as secretary, and Dan Kessler as treasurer. Directors listed are Will Anderson, Charles D. Kochka, Timothy T. Nelson, Tony Schievert, Rhonda West-Haynes, CJ Witherspoon, and Melinda Winkler. The organization’s 2025 annual report identifies Christopher Saello as president and CEO.
United Way of Chester County Inc is led by Christopher Saello, President on every filing since 2023; 2 of 26 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Christopher Saello
President
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$147K (2023) → $158K (2025)
Carolyn Beam
Chair
Director → Secretary, 2021
Secretary → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles D. Kochka
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cj Witherspoon
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Timothy T. Nelson
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tony Schievert
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Will Anderson
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Logan
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melinda Winkler
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rhonda West-Haynes
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alison Sload
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kate Sheehan
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Keith Montone
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Miller
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tracey Moher
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Britnee Sanseverino
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carl Nassib
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joe Tankle
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maria O'Connell
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Grigalonis
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bill Monahan
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Hunt
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Curry
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stephanie Miller
COO
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$103K (2025)
Aaron Proietti
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dan Kessler
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (18)
- Former: Brian Parsons (2019–2024) — Director
- Former: Stephen Dimarco (2019–2024) — Director
- Former: David F. Zimmerman (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Edwin A. Brownley Jr. (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Joseph O'Brien (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Peter J. Silvester Jr. (2019–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Steve Shihadeh (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Chris Saello (2019–2022) — President
- Former: Jodi Roth-Saks (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Kathi Cozzone (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Marybeth Divincenzo (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Scott A. Neumann (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Alfred Rundle Jr. (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Celeste Barr (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Neil Bryant (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Claudia Hellebush (2019) — Former CEO
- Former: Douglas Kaiser (2019) — Director
- Former: Roger N. Huggins (2019) — Director
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 $158K, to Christopher Saello (President/Ce). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about United Way of Chester County Inc
How much does United Way of Chester County Inc give each year?
United Way of Chester County Inc gave $548K across 25 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $605K across 18 grants.
What is United Way of Chester County Inc's typical grant size?
United Way of Chester County Inc's median grant in 2025 was $20,000, and its average grant was $21,940, across 25 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from United Way of Chester County Inc that year got $9K on average.
Where does United Way of Chester County Inc give grants?
United Way of Chester County Inc gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were West Chester, PA (7 grants), Coatesville, PA (3 grants), Phoenixville, PA (3 grants) and Exton, PA (2 grants).
Does United Way of Chester County Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 25 grants with a stated purpose on United Way of Chester County Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Organization Support" (25 grants).
Who are United Way of Chester County Inc's largest grantees?
United Way of Chester County Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Open Hearth Inc ($70,000), Life Transforming Ministries ($53,497) and Brandywine Valley Active Aging ($45,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 31% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is United Way of Chester County Inc?
United Way of Chester County Inc reported $2.9M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.0M.
What does United Way of Chester County Inc fund?
The organization’s mission is “to unite people and mobilize resources to build better lives and stronger communities.” Its Community Impact & Innovation Fund supports education, financial independence, health, and ALICE households. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of Chester County Inc?
United Way of Chester County Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check unitedwaychestercounty.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is United Way of Chester County Inc's EIN?
United Way of Chester County Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-2131877. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does United Way of Chester County Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 5, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 4, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 30, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 16, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS October 27, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). United Way of Chester County Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 5, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/united-way-of-chester-county-inc-morg_894999c46f2f42978d9ece7c33a6502c
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