United Way of the Capital Region
United Way of the Capital Region (UWCR) is a 501(c)(3) public charity based in Enola, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1921, the organization operates as a philanthropy and grantmaking foundation dedicated to improving lives across three counties in south-central Pennsylvania. The organization employs 34 staff members and maintains a Four-Star rating for financial accountability and transparency.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$30.6M
+7.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.0M
-75.7% YoY
Grant Count
67
-33.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$15K
-63.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To improve lives in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties by identifying the most pressing community needs, finding solutions to those needs, and demonstrating how these solutions are making a difference.
Core Focus Areas:
- Basic needs (food insecurity, domestic violence, emergency shelter, human services referrals, and case management)
- Health care access and navigation
- School readiness and early childhood education
- Workforce development
- Human services and poverty alleviation
The organization empowers independence by providing tools and life skills to help individuals and families move forward through access to health care, basic needs, school readiness, and workforce development programs.
Grantmaking
The Community Impact and Fund Distribution program performs periodic evaluations of community needs and engages community volunteers, experts, and program partners to determine fund distribution priorities addressing basic needs in the three-county region.
Average Grant
amount and median grant amount data available but specific figures not disclosed in sources
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
- Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
- Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
- Perry County, Pennsylvania
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
United Way of the Capital Region (as of 2024):
- Total assets: $28,597,488
- Total revenues: $10,251,608
- Total expenses: $10,977,830
- Total liabilities: $3,490,000
United Way Foundation of the Capital Region (as of 2025):
- Total assets: $7,377,702
- Total revenues: $300,787
- Total expenses: $308,584
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $30,611,310 | $28,597,488 | $28,664,704 |
| Revenue | $11,931,565 | $10,251,608 | $10,946,982 |
| Expenses | $10,837,385 | $10,977,830 | $11,371,158 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,824,757 | $1,207,698 | $968,500 |
| 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
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Juniata College ($160,751), Penn State Health and College of Medicine ($65,877), Journey United Methodist Church ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross Central PA Harrisburg, PA | — | $7,366 |
| American Red Cross National HQ Chicago, IL | — | $5,183 |
| Bethesda Mission of Harrisburg Harrisburg, PA | — | $11,461 |
| Bloomsburg University Foundation Bloomsburg, PA | — | $7,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Harrisburg Inc Harrisburg, PA | — | $6,032 |
| Camp Hill Presbyterian Church Camp Hill, PA | — | $32,500 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts Foundation Harrisburg, PA | — | $11,148 |
| Capital Region Economic Development Harrisburg, PA | — | $6,275 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Harrisburg Harrisburg, PA | — | $12,596 |
| Central Pennsylvania Food Bank Harrisburg, PA | — | $34,823 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timothy Fatzinger | President & CEO | 40 | $199,647 |
| Stephanie McAuliffe | Senior Vice President of Community Impact & Annual Giving | 40 | $127,740 |
| Jeanmarie Hegarty | Vice President of Finance & Support Services | 40 | $114,808 |
| Rae Lynn Cox | Vice President of Communications & Donor Engagement | 40 | $105,736 |
| Cate Barron | Board Member | 1 | — |
| John Campbell | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Dolly Lalvani | Vice Chair Governance | 1 | — |
| Audrey Croley-Little | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Christopher Davis | Vice Chair Resource Development | 1 | — |
| David Del Grosso | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Justin Davis | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Dr Bolanle Limann | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Karen Shriner | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Kathleen McKenzie | Chair | 1 | — |
| Da'Laine Simpson | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Brian Jackson | Chair Elect | 1 | — |
| Jennifer Esser | Secretary/Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Michael Hussey | Vice Chair Community Impact | 1 | — |
| Jodie Daubert | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Stephen Massini | Board Member | 1 | — |
| David Gibbons | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Karen Creasia Yarrish | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Edward Barben | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Patty Kim | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Jamar Johnson | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Jessica Whitmyer | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Valerie Pritchett | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Paul Navarro | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Abigail Fortino | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Tamara Willis | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Jeff Boland | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Anthony Worral | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Kyle Evans | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Wes Reohr | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Ryan Unger | Board Member | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 2235 Millennium Way, Enola, PA 17025
Phone: (717) 732-0700
Fax: (717) 732-5100
Website: www.uwcr.org
EIN: 23-1352095
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Way of the Capital Region fund?
**Mission:** To improve lives in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties by identifying the most pressing community needs, finding solutions to those needs, and demonstrating how these solutions are making a difference. **Core Focus Areas:** • Basic needs (food insecurity, domestic violence, emergency shelter, human services referrals, and case management) • Health care access and navigation • School readiness and early childhood education • Workforce development • Human services and poverty al…
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of the Capital Region?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $5,620,414 (most recent fiscal year) • Typical award range: $5,023–$386,398 • Average grant amount and median grant amount data available but specific figures not disclosed in sources **Program Areas:** The Community Impact and Fund Distribution program performs periodic evaluations of community needs and engages community volunteers, experts, and program partners to determine fund distribution priorities addressing basic needs in the three-county region. Add…
Where does United Way of the Capital Region make grants?
• Cumberland County, Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, Pennsylvania • Perry County, Pennsylvania
What size grants does United Way of the Capital Region award?
In 2025, United Way of the Capital Region awarded 67 grants totaling $1.0M — an average of about $15K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way of the Capital Region's EIN?
United Way of the Capital Region's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-1352095. 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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