United Way of Northern Shenandoah
THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO INCREASE THE ORGANIZED CAPACITY OF PEOPLE TO CARE FOR ONE ANOTHER. IT CONDUCTS AN ANNUAL CAMPAIGN IN THE FALL OF EACH YEAR TO RAISE SUPPORT FOR ALLOCATION TO PARTICIPATING AGENCIES IN THE SUBSEQUENT FISCAL YEAR.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.2M
-3.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$349K
-27.1% YoY
Grant Count
24
-25.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$15K
-2.9% YoY
About United Way of Northern Shenandoah
Based on IRS filings
United Way of Northern Shenandoah is a nonprofit organization focused on Economically disadvantaged people, based in WINCHESTER, VA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $2.2M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 24 grants totaling $349K. Net investment income was $42K.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,249,875 | $2,334,922 | $2,011,283 |
| Revenue | $1,077,073 | $1,532,560 | $1,345,257 |
| Expenses | $1,261,157 | $1,441,763 | $1,496,253 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $41,670 | $38,220 | $-16,463 |
| 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
154 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Blue Ridge Habitat for Humanity ($30,000), Winchester Area Temporary Thermal Shelter ($25,000), Choices ($25,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE LAUREL CENTER WINCHESTER, VA | TO SUPPORT THE 24/7 EMERGENCY SHELTER AS IT FEEDS, CLOTHES, AND HOUSES ITS RESIDENTS ALONG WITH PROVIDING PROTECTION, AND SERVICES AND RESOURCES THAT ENABLE WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN TO RECOVER FROM VIOLENCE | $15,000 |
| LITERACY VOL WINC WINCHESTER, VA | TO EXPAND COMPUTER CLASSES VIA INCREASED SUPPORT TO INSTRUCTORS AND THE PURCHASE OF THREE DESKTOP COMPUTERS FOR STUDENT USE; AS WELL AS TO SUPPORT CITIZENSHIP/NATURALIZATION TEST PREPARATION COURSES; AND TO CONTINUE WORKING WITH WINCHESTER RESCUE MISSION CLIENTS ON RESUME DEVELOPMENT, INTERVIEW SKILLS, AND CASE MANAGEMENT. | $6,000 |
| BLUE RIDGE LEGAL SERVICES WINCHESTER, VA | PROVIDE FREE LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO LOW INCOME RESIDENTS OF NSV. | $8,000 |
| SHENANDOAH COUNTY HEALTH CLINIC - MENTAL HEALTH WOODSTOCK, VA | TO PROVIDE 20 HOURS PER WEEK OF COUNSELING SERVICES FOR STUDENTS IN SHENANDOAH COUNTY SCHOOLS BY A PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR. | $20,000 |
| SHENANDOAH DENTAL CLINIC WOODSTOCK, VA | TO PROVIDE ONE DAY OF DENTAL CARE MONTHLY TO UNINSURED CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH INCOMES BELOW THE ALICE THRESHOLD. | $20,000 |
| FAITHWORKS INC FAIRFAX, VA | TO SUPPLEMENT THE EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (PAY IT FORWARD) AVAILABLE TO FAMILIES EXPERIENCING TEMPORARY CRISIS. FUNDS WILL SUPPORT ALICE FAMILIES IN PAYING RENT/MORTGAGE,UTILITIES, OR UTILITY PAYMENTS WHEN AN UNEXPECTED EMERGENCY OCCURS. | $10,000 |
| CHILD SAFE CENTER WINCHESTER, VA | TO PROVIDE HELP FOR INDIVIDUALS DEALING WITH DOMESTIC ABUSE | $20,000 |
| WINCHESTER AREA TEMPORARY THERMAL SHELTER WINCHESTER, VA | TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY SHELTER AND SUPPORT TO THE HOMELESS | $25,000 |
| HIGHLAND FOOD PANTRY INC WINCHESTER, VA | TO FUND THE SPECIAL DELIVERY PROJECT, WHICH REDUCES FOOD INSECURITY AMONG SENIOR CITIZENS BY PROVIDING BAGS OF NUTRITIOUS FOOD TO IDENTIFIED PERSONS-ATRISK EACH MONTH. | $7,500 |
| SHENANDOAH VALLEY DISCOVERY MUSEUM WINCHESTER, VA | TO SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR A SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM FOR UP TO 50 CHILDREN IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NAACP. | $9,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JASON VAN HEUKELUM | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| KIM BLOSSER | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| BETH FALU | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| DR JEFFREY FEIT | 2ND VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| DR YOLANDA BARBIER GIBSON | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| JANET MICHAEL | IST VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| DIANA PATTERSON | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| AMY SLAUGHTER | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| CHARYL THOMPSON STACY | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| GEORGE HUMMER | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| BILLY GILPIN | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| MARC DESMARAIS | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| ERICA TRUBAN | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| TRACIE DICKSON | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| HEATHER CLATTERBUCK | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| CANDACE DAVENPORT | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| DARCUS BRENEMAN | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| JAMES REDDISH | BOARD MEMBER | 2 | — |
| KAYCEE CHILDRESS | FORMER PRES/CEO | 40 | $96,249 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Way of Northern Shenandoah?
United Way of Northern Shenandoah is a nonprofit organization focused on Economically disadvantaged people, based in WINCHESTER, VA. It holds $2.2M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is United Way of Northern Shenandoah?
As of 2024, United Way of Northern Shenandoah holds $2.2M in total assets with $1.1M in annual revenue. It awarded 24 grants totaling $349K in 2024.
Where does United Way of Northern Shenandoah operate?
United Way of Northern Shenandoah has awarded grants in Maryland, Virginia.
What size grants does United Way of Northern Shenandoah award?
In 2024, United Way of Northern Shenandoah awarded 24 grants totaling $349K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way of Northern Shenandoah's EIN?
United Way of Northern Shenandoah's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 54-0525106. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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