United Way of Wilson County Inc
United Way of Wilson County Inc. is a public charity based in Wilson, North Carolina. It funds human-service agencies and programs in Wilson County; its 2024 IRS filing reports 11 grants totaling $455,716, all to recipients in North Carolina.
United Way of Wilson County Inc at a glance
In short: United Way of Wilson County Inc gave $456K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $41K), mostly in North Carolina. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $455,716
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- Average grant
- $41,429
- Median grant
- $33,000
- Total assets
- $2,541,597
- -3.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to United Way of Wilson County Inc
- Review Cycle
- The City grant page lists an application window opening at noon May 1 and closing at noon May 29; it does not specify a year and says the opportunity is subject to change.
- Deadline
- The City grant page lists an application window opening at noon May 1 and closing at noon May 29; it does not specify…
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1147, Wilson, NC 27894-1147
Phone: (252) 237-3194
Website: https://unitedwayofwilson.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who United Way of Wilson County Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Wilson County Office of Sr Citizens ($79K). Together the top 10 received $446K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 7 grants of 11 (64%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization describes its mission and programs as serving Wilson County. All 11 grants reported for 2024 went to recipients in North Carolina; most listed recipients are in Wilson County, with one in Greenville.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $456K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson County Office of Sr Citizens Wilson, NC | Operations | $78,740 |
| Wilson Youth United Inc Wilson, NC | Operations | $75,000 |
| Wilson Crisis Center Inc Wilson, NC | Operations | $69,588 |
| Wesley Shelter Inc Wilson, NC | Operations | $67,800 |
| Youth of Wilson Wilson, NC | Operations | $39,500 |
| The Arc of Wilson County Inc Elm City, NC | Operations | $33,000 |
| American Red Cross Chapter Greenville, NC | Operations | $26,740 |
| Diversified Opportunities Inc Wilson, NC | Operations | $25,000 |
| Wilson Police Athletic League Wilson, NC | Operations | $17,024 |
| Flynn Christian Fellowship Home Wilson, NC | Operations | $13,260 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,541,597 | $910,487 | $977,719 | $455,716 | 11 | $45,254 |
| 2023 | $2,635,664 | $757,487 | $884,710 | — | — | $51,625 |
| 2022 | $2,317,614 | $899,632 | $904,226 | — | — | $784 |
| 2021 | $2,318,863 | $1,135,928 | $1,005,570 | — | — | $207,066 |
| 2020 | $2,191,339 | $1,069,502 | $1,225,340 | — | — | $3,065 |
| 2019 | $2,366,506 | $1,185,791 | $1,333,093 | — | — | $9,497 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states that its mission is to improve quality of life in Wilson County by funding qualified agencies to help them carry out their missions. Its website describes a broader aim of lifting Wilson County households out of poverty and a goal of lifting 1,000 households out of poverty by 2035.
The 2024 filing describes support for United Way agencies in Wilson County. In 2024, grants supported organizations whose own stated missions include helping children and families build accountability and self-esteem (Wilson Youth United Inc.); assisting battered and homeless women (Wesley Shelter Inc.); and providing vocational evaluation, training, adjustment, and work activity services to people with disabilities (Diversified Opportunities Inc.).
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the organization gave 11 grants totaling $455,716. Grant amounts ranged from $10,064 to $78,740, with a median of $33,000. The largest awards included $78,740 to Wilson County Office of Senior Citizens, $75,000 to Wilson Youth United Inc., $69,588 to Wilson Crisis Center Inc., and $67,800 to Wesley Shelter Inc. The filing lists each grant’s purpose as operations.
The website describes two distinct funding pathways. It says United Way facilitates a portion of the City of Wilson Nonprofit Community Impact Grant, with applications for returning and first-time organizations and mini grants. First-time applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with a consecutive three-year history of providing human-service programs in Wilson, and the page lists additional reporting and registration requirements. Mini grants are described as one-time grants, with a maximum request of $500 for new applicants and a $500–$1,500 range for eligible returning agencies. The page states that grants are not awarded to every applicant, requests may not be fully funded, and start-up organizations are not eligible. Separately, the website says applications for new United Way partner agencies are closed while the organization works toward becoming an issue-focused United Way.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Judith Thurston as executive director and secretary; Charles Jeffers as president; Norm Osborn as past president; Tad Rhodes as treasurer; and Scott Biddle, Audrey Watson, and Matt Whitley in other listed roles. The filing narrative states that board members serve staggered three-year terms.
The organization’s website lists Judi Thurston as president and CEO, Mona Lamonds as finance director, Olivia Neeley as resource development director, and Melodie Powell as director of donor relations.
United Way of Wilson County Inc is led by Charles Jeffers, President since 2024 (on filings since 2019); 1 of 7 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles Jeffers
President
Director → Vice President, 2023
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Judith Thurston
Executive Di & Secretary
Executive Di → Executive Di & Secretary, 2020
On filings since 2019
48 hrs/week
$85K (2019) → $95K (2024)
Audrey Watson
Community Im
Director → Budgets Chai, 2020
Budgets Chai → Community Im, 2023
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Whitley
Ex-Officio
Director → Past President, 2020
Past President → Ex-Officio, 2024
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Norm Osborn
Past President
Past President → President, 2023
President → Past President, 2024
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Scott Biddle
Ex-Officio
Past President → Ex-Officio, 2023
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tad Rhodes
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Harry Tyson (2019–2023) — Past President
- Former: Nan Fleming (2019–2022) — Vice President
- Former: Tracy Mitchell (2019–2022) — Campaign Cha
- Former: Carolyn Wester (2019) — Director
- Former: Chris Sauls (2019) — Director
- Former: Douglas Searcy (2019) — Director
- Former: Frances Ellis-Lynch (2019) — Treasurer
- Former: John Morone (2019) — Director
- Former: John Robl (2019) — Director
- Former: Kymberly Jackson (2019) — Nominations
- Former: Ronda Nixon (2019) — Director
- Former: Steve Anderson (2019) — House Chair
- Former: Vicki Parks (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 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $95K, to Judith Thurston (Executive Di).
Frequently asked questions about United Way of Wilson County Inc
How much does United Way of Wilson County Inc give each year?
United Way of Wilson County Inc gave $456K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is United Way of Wilson County Inc's typical grant size?
United Way of Wilson County Inc's median grant in 2024 was $33,000, and its average grant was $41,429, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does United Way of Wilson County Inc give grants?
United Way of Wilson County Inc gives mostly in North Carolina: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Wilson, NC (9 grants).
Does United Way of Wilson County Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on United Way of Wilson County Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Operations" (11 grants).
Who are United Way of Wilson County Inc's largest grantees?
United Way of Wilson County Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Wilson County Office of Sr Citizens ($78,740), Wilson Youth United Inc ($75,000) and Wilson Crisis Center Inc ($69,588), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 49% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is United Way of Wilson County Inc?
United Way of Wilson County Inc reported $2.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $910K.
What does United Way of Wilson County Inc fund?
The organization states that its mission is to improve quality of life in Wilson County by funding qualified agencies to help them carry out their missions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of Wilson County Inc?
United Way of Wilson County Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check unitedwayofwilson.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is United Way of Wilson County Inc's EIN?
United Way of Wilson County Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-6021445. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS August 19, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 24, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). United Way of Wilson County Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 4, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/united-way-of-wilson-county-inc-morg_6d1af3b533b0427587146257f482c3a9
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