United Way of South Central Tennessee
United Way of South Central Tennessee is a nonprofit organization established in 1956 that operates as a federated fund and public charity. Based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the organization serves as a community solutions leader focused on mobilizing resources and partnerships to address critical social issues. The organization maintains offices in Murfreesboro and Tullahoma.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.7M
+5.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$700K
-12.5% YoY
Grant Count
48
+92.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$15K
-54.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To improve lives by advancing opportunities for education, health, and financial stability for all.
Vision: To be the primary community solutions leader for human services.
The organization focuses on three core impact areas:
- Education
- Health
- Financial Stability (Income)
Grantmaking
United Way of South Central Tennessee distributes investment grants to nonprofit organizations addressing its priority areas. In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the organization awarded $877,722 in investment grants.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
United Way of South Central Tennessee serves seven counties:
- Bedford County
- Cannon County
- Coffee County
- Lincoln County
- Moore County
- Rutherford County
- Warren County
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Fiscal Year 2025 (as of June 1, 2025):
- Total Revenues: $3,424,531
- Total Expenses: $3,108,299
- Total Assets: $3,716,131
- Staff: 26 employees
Organization Details:
- EIN: 58-1341880
- IRS Ruling Year: 1979
- 501(c)(3) Status: Confirmed
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,716,131 | $3,508,108 | $3,608,385 |
| Revenue | $3,424,531 | $2,588,743 | $2,636,789 |
| Expenses | $3,108,299 | $2,687,256 | $2,623,887 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $93,121 | $53,375 | $45,277 |
| 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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
160 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Murfreesboro Cold Patrol ($75,000), Stars (students Taking a Right Stand) Nashville ($68,000), Child Advocacy Center of Rutherford County and Cannon County Inc ($62,250).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ANN CAMPBELL EARLY LEARNING CENTER (ACE LEARNING CENTER) MURFREESBORO, TN | ANN CAMPBELL EARLY LEARNING CENTER | $40,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY INC MURFREESBORO, TN | PROJECT LEARN AND TRIPLE PLAY PROGRAM | $21,500 |
| CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY AND CANNON COUNTY INC MURFREESBORO, TN | CHILD ABUSE, COMMUNITY ED AND DRUG ENDANGERED CHILDREN PROGRAMS | $62,250 |
| COMMUNITY HELPERS OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY INC MURFREESBORO, TN | RENT AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY | $37,500 |
| CASA OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY MURFREESBORO, TN | CHILDREN ADVOCACY | $9,500 |
| DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAM INC OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY MURFREESBORO, TN | EMERGENCY SHELTER AND SEXUAL ASSAULT PROGRAMS | $26,000 |
| INTERFAITH DENTAL OF RUTHERFORD COUNTY MURFREESBORO, TN | TEETH FOR LIFE PROGRAM | $10,000 |
| KYMARI HOUSE INC MURFREESBORO, TN | SUPERVISED VISITATION | $34,500 |
| LEGAL AID SOCIETY OF MIDDLE TN AND THE CUMBERLANDS NASHVILLE, TN | FREE LEGAL SERVICES | $11,000 |
| NURSES FOR NEWBORNS OF TN NASHVILLE, TN | IN HOME NURSE VISITS | $20,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Rachel Holder - President
- Ashley Abraham - Regional Director
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHELLE CARMACK | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CASEY RAINEY | BOARD CHAIR | 1 | — |
| LAUREN HERALD | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MEGAN HENLEY | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KASEY TALBOTT | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JASON KING | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MICHELLE SIMMONS | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DEB THOMPSON | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| LORI WILLIAMS | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JAMES EVANS | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ROBIN SEAY | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| GLORIA BONNER | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| PATRICK CAMMACK | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| FRED HALFPAP | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DAVID WOMACK | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JAMES CALDER | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ASHLEY WRIGHT | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ASHLEY STEARNS | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| FRANCELA SALAS | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| LATONYA WYNNE | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| THOMAS RODDY | FINANCE CHAIR/TREASURER | 1 | — |
| TREY DUKE III | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STACY WILDER | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RONALD ROBERTS | BOARD CHAIR ELECT/SECRETAR | 1 | — |
| JAMES MCCARROLL JR | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BRANDON DOYLE | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| YOLANDA GREENE | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DIANE TURNHAM | MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KRISTEN SWANN | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 40 | $94,093 |
| STAN JACKSON | VP FINANCE AND ADMINISTRAT | 40 | $107,207 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Way of South Central Tennessee fund?
**Mission:** To improve lives by advancing opportunities for education, health, and financial stability for all. **Vision:** To be the primary community solutions leader for human services. The organization focuses on three core impact areas: • Education • Health • Financial Stability (Income)
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of South Central Tennessee?
United Way of South Central Tennessee distributes investment grants to nonprofit organizations addressing its priority areas. In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the organization awarded $877,722 in investment grants. The organization demonstrates strong return on investment, achieving a $14 return for every one dollar invested in United Way during the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The organization accepts grant applications from community organizations. Community Investment Grants are available for organiz…
Where does United Way of South Central Tennessee make grants?
United Way of South Central Tennessee serves seven counties: • Bedford County • Cannon County • Coffee County • Lincoln County • Moore County • Rutherford County • Warren County
What size grants does United Way of South Central Tennessee award?
In 2025, United Way of South Central Tennessee awarded 48 grants totaling $700K — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way of South Central Tennessee's EIN?
United Way of South Central Tennessee's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-1341880. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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