United Way of Union County Inc
United Way of Union County Inc is a public charity based in El Dorado, Arkansas. Operating in Union County since 1962, it brings together local people and resources and distributes funds to nonprofit agencies serving the community.
United Way of Union County Inc at a glance
In short: United Way of Union County Inc gave $1.4M across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $117K), mostly in Arkansas. 8% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,398,900
- +2.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- -7.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $116,575
- +10.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $74,100
- Total assets
- $16,875,313
- +11.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 8% first-time grantees (1 of 12, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Arkansas (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 Union County Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The organization accepts unsolicited requests through the Community Impact Mini-Grant application process. Applicants must submit through the grant interface and ensure the application is submitted rather than left in draft. The committee may deny a request without a hearing or site visit.
- Review Cycle
- The 2027 application is scheduled to open February 1, 2027, with submissions due by noon on February 26, 2027.
- Deadline
- The 2027 application is scheduled to open February 1, 2027, with submissions due by noon on February 26, 2027.
- Contact
Mailing address: 200 N Jefferson 103, El Dorado, AR 71730
Phone: (870) 862-4903
Website: https://unitedwayunioncounty.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who United Way of Union County Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado ($357K). Together the top 10 received $1.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
64 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 26 grants of 64 (41%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization is based in El Dorado and its stated grant eligibility is for organizations serving Union County residents. All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Arkansas, and the listed 2024 recipients were in El Dorado.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is United Way of Union County Inc open to new grantees?
8%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 12 grantees (8%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $76K; repeat grants $120K. How we count
Medians: $76K first-time, $72K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.0M (2020) to $1.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $356,500 |
| Hope Landing El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)(3) organization | $250,000 |
| Salvation Army El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $240,000 |
| Community Living Arrangements El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)(3) organization | $80,000 |
| Boy Scouts-Desoto Council El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $78,000 |
| Horizons El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $76,000 |
| Magdalene House El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $72,200 |
| South Arkansas Developmental Center El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $67,000 |
| South Arkansas Childrens Coalition El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)3 organization | $53,400 |
| Turning Point El Dorado, AR | To provide operating funds for the recognized 501(c)(3) organization | $53,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The organization’s filing narrative says it aims to cover operating and fundraising costs so contributions can be passed on to supported agencies. It also describes oversight practices that include board-member liaisons to recipient organizations, annual recipient reports on operating activities, and pre-award presentations that include financial statements, operating results, and the number of people served.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,875,313 | $4,510,113 | $1,678,643 | $1,398,900 | 12 | $2,983,656 |
| 2023 | $15,181,999 | $2,039,032 | $1,617,284 | $1,370,521 | 13 | $617,758 |
| 2022 | $13,386,734 | $1,568,470 | $1,459,011 | $1,102,407 | 13 | $274,654 |
| 2021 | $11,418,329 | $1,647,704 | $1,407,002 | $1,145,834 | 13 | $451,641 |
| 2020 | $8,949,209 | $1,318,713 | $1,299,049 | $1,045,235 | 13 | $167,415 |
| 2019 | $9,464,390 | $1,341,571 | $1,332,049 | $1,073,296 | 12 | $213,345 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is “to increase the organized capacity of people who care for one another.” Its website identifies four priority areas for Community Impact Mini-Grants: Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. The grant program seeks innovative approaches to local health and human services needs.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate the range of work funded. Hope Landing says its mission is to provide therapy and care to children with special needs and their families in South Arkansas. Community Living Arrangements says it serves people with developmental disabilities, older adults, and their families in the least restrictive setting. The South Arkansas Children’s Coalition describes its work as advocating for abused and neglected children, while the Union County Animal Protection Society says it cares for and protects lost, abandoned, and feral animals in Union County.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the organization reported 12 grants totaling $1,398,900. Grant amounts ranged from $19,800 to $356,500, with a median of $74,100. The grants were made to Arkansas recipients; the filing describes their purposes as providing operating funds to recognized 501(c)(3) organizations.
The largest 2024 awards included $356,500 to Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado, $250,000 to Hope Landing, and $240,000 to the Salvation Army, all in El Dorado. Other awards included $80,000 to Community Living Arrangements, $78,000 to Boy Scouts-DeSoto Council, and $76,000 to Horizons.
The organization’s website says its 2027 Community Impact Mini-Grant program is open to 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Union County. Requests should address community health and human services needs; priority is given to projects in the organization’s four focus areas. Applicants must serve Union County and demonstrate the ability to meet community needs. The Budget & Allocations Committee reviews requests and may require a hearing or site visit; it recommends recipients and amounts to the board, which makes the funding decisions. The website also says the organization’s annual community campaign distributes funds to 12 local charitable organizations, with partner agencies receiving monthly distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The organization’s 2024 filing lists Eric Smith as president, Don Miller as vice president, Jeff White as treasurer, and Vange Shoup as past president. Directors listed on that filing are Kevin Hazen, Robyn Yarbro, Amber Steele, Cathy Ewing, Steve Foster, and Catherine Medlock.
United Way of Union County Inc is led by Tyler Turner, Secretary & CEO on every filing since 2023; none of the 18 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tyler Turner
Secretary & CEO
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$16K (2023) → $0 (2024)
Eric Smith
President
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Hazen
Director
President → Past President, 2023
Past President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Laquita Rainey
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robyn Yarbro
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cassandra Tavorn
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cathy Ewing
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lori Dewese
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Foster
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amber Steele
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Powell
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Catherine Medlock
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Durr
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melody Morrow
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah McCurdy
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Vange Shoup
Past President
Director → President, 2023
President → Past President, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Don Miller
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeff White
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (29)
- Former: Alexis Alexander (2019–2023) — Former CEO
- Former: Ashley Nale (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Rhonda Murry (2019–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Blakelee Ramsey (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Jeremy Morgan (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Bethany Gaddy (2019–2022) — Director
- Former: Robin Thornton (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Will Hegi (2020–2022) — Vice President
- Former: John Bossert (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Angela Roberson (2022) — Director
- Former: Evelyn Morris (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Semekia Amerison (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Seth Bennett (2019–2021) — Director
- Former: Erin McMurrian (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Patrick Nolan (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Jason Hines (2021) — Director
- Former: Joe Jones (2021) — Director
- Former: Carey Tucker (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Ken Smith (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Lance Clark (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Mindy West (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Daniel Robbins (2020) — Director
- Former: Kristy Hayden (2020) — Director
- Former: Bob Tarren (2019) — Director
- Former: Debbie McAdams (2019) — Director
- Former: Katina Buzbee (2019) — Director
- Former: Leslie Carroll (2019) — Director
- Former: Ryan Ragan (2019) — Director
- Former: Vicki Templeton (2019) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2023 filing was $46K, to Alexis Alexander (Former CEO). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about United Way of Union County Inc
How much does United Way of Union County Inc give each year?
United Way of Union County Inc gave $1.4M across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.4M across 13 grants.
What is United Way of Union County Inc's typical grant size?
United Way of Union County Inc's median grant in 2024 was $74,100, and its average grant was $116,575, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from United Way of Union County Inc that year got $76K on average.
Where does United Way of Union County Inc give grants?
United Way of Union County Inc gives mostly in Arkansas: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were El Dorado, AR (12 grants).
Does United Way of Union County Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of United Way of Union County Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are United Way of Union County Inc's largest grantees?
United Way of Union County Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Boys & Girls Club of El Dorado ($356,500), Hope Landing ($250,000) and Salvation Army ($240,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Way of Union County Inc?
United Way of Union County Inc reported $16.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.5M.
What does United Way of Union County Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is “to increase the organized capacity of people who care for one another.” Its website identifies four priority areas for Community Impact Mini-Grants: Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of Union County Inc?
The organization accepts unsolicited requests through the Community Impact Mini-Grant application process. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is United Way of Union County Inc's EIN?
United Way of Union County Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 71-0338355. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does United Way of Union County Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 17, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 21, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 3, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 4, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 4, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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