United Way of Spokane County
The mission of Spokane County United Way is to mobilize our community resources to create measurable results that improve the lives of the people living in our community and advance the idea of the common good. (Continued on Schedule O)Our vision is that Spokane County will be known for increasing health, prosperity, and educational attainment for at risk community members, and is a tool for breaking the local cycle of intergenerational poverty.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.3M
-13.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.2M
-2.6% YoY
Grant Count
36
-5.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$32K
+2.8% YoY
About United Way of Spokane County
Based on IRS filings
United Way of Spokane County is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in SPOKANE, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2023. As of 2023, the organization holds $2.3M in total assets. In 2023, it awarded 36 grants totaling $1.2M. Net investment income was $7K.
Focus Areas
Ready to take the next step with United Way of Spokane County?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,319,731 | $2,681,328 | $3,101,889 |
| Revenue | $2,225,822 | $2,802,582 | $3,832,566 |
| Expenses | $3,095,987 | $3,175,676 | $3,413,224 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $6,763 | $612 | $104,115 |
| 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 2023
Grant Size Distribution
167 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2023 grants, the largest include Frontier Behavioral Health ($163,129), YWCA Spokane ($135,000), Lutheran Community Services ($76,338).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Indian Community Center Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $21,221 |
| American Red Cross Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $10,081 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Spokane County Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $42,359 |
| Community Minded Enterpirses Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $19,500 |
| Children's Home Society of Washington Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $26,006 |
| Communities in Schools of Spokane County Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $51,554 |
| Frontier Behavioral Health Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $163,129 |
| Fuse Innovation Fund Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $26,313 |
| Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $11,088 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane, WA | Community Impact/Partner support | $9,950 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Thackston | Board Chair | 2 | — |
| Tim Fitzgerald | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Stacy Cowles | Director | 2 | — |
| Ann Gorman | Director | 2 | — |
| Ben Small | Director | 2 | — |
| Cara Beatty | Director | 2 | — |
| Charlotte Nemec | Director | 2 | — |
| Chris Preti | Director | 2 | — |
| Delores Duquette | Director | 2 | — |
| Ken Brown | Director | 2 | — |
| Ken Roberts | Director | 2 | — |
| Lisa Lewis | Director | 2 | — |
| Lisa Sunderman | Director | 2 | — |
| Neal Boling | Director | 2 | — |
| Nicole Jenkins-Rosenkrantz | Director | 2 | — |
| Benjamin Watson | Director | 2 | — |
| Cathie Winegar | Director | 2 | — |
| Dan Springer | Director | 2 | — |
| Leon Covington | Director | 2 | — |
| Mona Terrell | Director | 2 | — |
| James Mohr | Director | 2 | — |
| Traci McGlathery | Campaign Chair | 2 | — |
| Aileen Luppert | Community Impact Chair | 2 | — |
| Yolanda Gallardo | DEI Chair | 2 | — |
| Frank Velazquez | Immediate Past Chair | 2 | — |
| Larry Valadez - Immediate Past | Community Impact Chair | 2 | — |
| Gary Klingsporn | Director (Until 9/22) | 2 | — |
| John Dickson | President, CEO & Secretary | 40 | $137,202 |
| Lonni Marlow - Left 223 | Vice President Finance & Admin | 40 | $42,413 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United Way of Spokane County?
United Way of Spokane County is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in SPOKANE, WA. It holds $2.3M in total assets as of 2023.
How large is United Way of Spokane County?
As of 2023, United Way of Spokane County holds $2.3M in total assets with $2.2M in annual revenue. It awarded 36 grants totaling $1.2M in 2023.
Where does United Way of Spokane County operate?
United Way of Spokane County has awarded grants in Idaho, Washington.
What size grants does United Way of Spokane County award?
In 2023, United Way of Spokane County awarded 36 grants totaling $1.2M — an average of about $32K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way of Spokane County's EIN?
United Way of Spokane County's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-0606058. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in United Way of Spokane County's focus areas in our free grants database
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Thurgood Marshall PTA
SEATTLE, WA
Assets
$186K
Grants
1
Total Given
$224K
The Hare Bnb Rescue Spa and Boutique
LACEY, WA
Assets
$5K
Grants
1
Total Given
$400
Meadowdale Junior Football
EDMONDS, WA
Assets
$12K
Grants
0
Total Given
—
Cmr Foundation
STANWOOD, WA
Assets
$1.0M
Grants
2
Total Given
$1.5M
Sequim Masonic Lodge Foundation
CARLSBORG, WA
Assets
$1.3M
Grants
12
Total Given
$30K
Foundation House at Northgate
GIG HARBOR, WA
Assets
$223K
Grants
16
Total Given
$159K
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
What could you do with United Way of Spokane County on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities
Go from researching United Way of Spokane County to a real strategy.