United Way of Grant County Inc
United Way of Grant County Inc is a public charity based in Marion, Indiana. It supports local programs intended to improve health, education, and financial stability in Grant County by connecting community resources and funding nonprofit partners.
United Way of Grant County Inc at a glance
In short: United Way of Grant County Inc gave $200K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Indiana. 55% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $200,000
- +5.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +10.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,182
- -4.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $758,680
- +17.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 55% first-time grantees (6 of 11, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to United Way of Grant County Inc
- How to Apply
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For the 2026 cycle, eligible organizations were asked to submit an LOI describing the organization, its mission and proposed program, the approximate request, and how the program aligned with both missions. Organizations whose LOIs were accepted could proceed to a full application and committee review. The stated cycle is past.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 61, Marion, IN 46952-0061
Phone: (765) 662-9811
Website: https://uwgrant.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from United Way of Grant County Inc
Who United Way of Grant County Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was St Martin Deporres Center ($40K). Together the top 10 received $190K.
Grant Size Distribution
45 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 44 grants of 45 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The funder’s stated focus is Grant County, Indiana. All 11 grants itemized for 2024 went to recipients in Indiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is United Way of Grant County Inc open to new grantees?
55%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 11 grantees (55%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $19K; repeat grants $17K. How we count
Medians: $15K first-time, $15K repeat.
- 45% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−15%). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $190K (2023) to $236K (2021). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $200K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Martin Deporres Center Marion, IN | Food Security Prog | $40,000 |
| Project Leadership Marion, IN | Fafsa Comp Proj | $30,000 |
| Cancer Services Marion, IN | Cancer Assistance | $24,000 |
| The Training Center Marion, IN | Growing Healthy Fam | $16,000 |
| Nearspace Education Upland, IN | Space Camp/Programs | $15,000 |
| Radiant Health Marion, IN | Crisis Awareness Sup | $15,000 |
| Grant County Family YMCA Marion, IN | Before/After School | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army Marion, IN | Rent/Utility Assist | $13,000 |
| Carey Services Marion, IN | Programs | $12,000 |
| Lark's Song Marion, IN | Education/Camps | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The organization’s 2024 filing was amended to correct previously reported information. The filing states that the amendment reduced reported assets by $1,128,183, liabilities by $168,502, net assets by $959,681, revenue by $965,455, and expenses by $5,774.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $758,680 | $792,015 | $681,992 | $200,000 | 11 | $1,324 |
| 2023 | $647,829 | $1,291,999 | $1,007,846 | $190,000 | 10 | $4,204 |
| 2022 | $520,444 | $1,074,146 | $1,163,838 | $194,200 | 7 | $-8,842 |
| 2021 | $679,070 | $738,283 | $952,826 | $235,511 | 8 | $2,575 |
| 2020 | $632,821 | $921,043 | $791,626 | $231,667 | 9 | $2,093 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is to focus support on health, education, and financial stability in Grant County, Indiana, and achieve measurable results by uniting community resources. Its 2024 filing describes resource distribution supporting 16 programs carried out by 12 partner agencies, serving children, families, and the community.
Its website identifies four strategic focus areas for the 2026 Community Investment cycle: Youth Opportunity, Healthy Community, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. Examples of supported organizations illustrate the range of work: St. Martin DePorres Center says its mission is to meet the needs of people in poverty through services including a food pantry and hot meals; Project Leadership describes work supporting students, families, and schools to increase high school and college completion; and Nearspace Education says it inspires and equips STEM students through educational programs.
Grantmaking
The 2024 filing reports 11 grants totaling $200,000. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $40,000, with a median of $15,000. Notable awards included $40,000 to St. Martin DePorres Center for a food security program, $30,000 to Project Leadership for a FAFSA completion project, and $24,000 to Cancer Services for cancer assistance. Other recipients included The Training Center ($16,000), Nearspace Education ($15,000), Radiant Health ($15,000), and Grant County Family YMCA ($15,000).
The funder’s website describes a two-stage application process: submit a Letter of Interest (LOI), then, if invited, complete a full application and work with the Community Investment Committee. Review may include site visits when feasible and assessment of an organization’s impact and capacity; the Board of Directors gives final approval. The website’s 2026 cycle materials specify eligibility for 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in Grant County whose activities align with the funder’s mission. The 2026 cycle’s LOI window was reported open in December 2025, with a January 31, 2026 deadline; that deadline has passed. The funder’s announcement set a minimum funding request of $10,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists LeeAnna Smith as executive director, Todd Dailey as treasurer, Lindsey DeWitt as secretary, and Michael Moffitt as vice president. It also lists Robert Keisling as past chair and Brittany Howey, Kayla Johnson, Kyle Knight, Kate Lyons, and Cory Powell as board members.
United Way of Grant County Inc is led by Abby Wilkinson, President since 2024 (on filings since 2021); 1 of 12 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Abby Wilkinson
President
Treasurer → Vice President, 2023
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Leeanna Smith
Executive Di
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$15K (2022) → $53K (2024)
Michael Moffitt
Vice President
Board Member → Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kate Lyons
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lindsey Dewitt
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Todd Dailey
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cory Powell
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kayla Johnson
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kyle Knight
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brad Skinner
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brittany Howey
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Keisling
Past Chair
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (15)
- Former: Doug Hanley (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Robert Kiesling (2020–2023) — President
- Former: Greg Maynard (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Alicia Hazelwood (2020–2022) — Executive Di
- Former: Janet Blake (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Jonathan Perez (2020–2022) — Ex-Officio
- Former: Lori Gross-Reaves (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: April Evans (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Brett Carey (2020–2021) — Executive Officer
- Former: Cindy Kohlmogen (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Lezlie Winter (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Carol Brown (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Dave Abernathy (2020) — Board Memebe
- Former: Kylie Jackson (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Michael Hotz (2020) — Vice President
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 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $53K, to Leeanna Smith (Executive Di).
Frequently asked questions about United Way of Grant County Inc
How much does United Way of Grant County Inc give each year?
United Way of Grant County Inc gave $200K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $190K across 10 grants.
What is United Way of Grant County Inc's typical grant size?
United Way of Grant County Inc's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $18,182, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from United Way of Grant County Inc that year got $19K on average.
Where does United Way of Grant County Inc give grants?
United Way of Grant County Inc gives mostly in Indiana: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Marion, IN (10 grants).
Does United Way of Grant County Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on United Way of Grant County Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are United Way of Grant County Inc's largest grantees?
United Way of Grant County Inc's largest 2024 grantees include St Martin Deporres Center ($40,000), Project Leadership ($30,000) and Cancer Services ($24,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 47% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Way of Grant County Inc?
United Way of Grant County Inc reported $759K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $792K.
What does United Way of Grant County Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is to focus support on health, education, and financial stability in Grant County, Indiana, and achieve measurable results by uniting community resources. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of Grant County Inc?
For the 2026 cycle, eligible organizations were asked to submit an LOI describing the organization, its mission and proposed program, the approximate request, and how the program aligned with both missions. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is United Way of Grant County Inc's EIN?
United Way of Grant County Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-0995975. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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 October 25, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 7, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 25, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 5, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). United Way of Grant County Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 5, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/united-way-of-grant-county-inc-morg_eba364323d0c445496ce1fd5974bdf73
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