Bill & Cathy Fraser Grant Program

A memorial grant program established in 2020 to honor Bill and Cathy Fraser, longtime champions of the United Way. This special grant program supports projects making a difference in Cattaraugus County.

About the Memorial

• Bill Fraser: Served many years on the Board of Directors and Allocations Committee
• Cathy Fraser: Valued member of the United Way staff
• Program Established: 2020

Eligibility

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Schools
• Faith-based groups
• Emergency services
• Must serve Cattaraugus County

Geographic Scope

• Cattaraugus County, NY (primary focus)

Award History

• 2025: $9,219 awarded to 10 organizations
• 2024: $5,500 awarded to 7 organizations
• 2023: $5,500 awarded (mentioned as comparison)

Contact Information

• Phone: (716) 372-3620
• Email: director@UWCAC.org
• Address: P.O. Box 533, 212 Laurens St., Olean, NY 14760

2025 Award Recipients

1. Cattaraugus County Health Department – Veggie Wheels
2. Meals on Wheels of Cattaraugus County – Food supplies for inclement weather
3. Pfeiffer Nature Center & Foundation – Trail signage
4. Remote Area Medical Fund of Cattaraugus County – RAM Clinic
5. Cattaraugus Community Action, Inc. – Homeless intervention service
6. South Dayton Food Pantry – Food pantry support
7. Total Senior Care – PACE program supplies
8. Girl Scouts of Western New York – One-Day STEM Fair
9. Healthy Community Alliance, Inc. – Freezer for County Store program
10. Love In the Name of Christ of the Gowanda Area – Community soup kitchen
11. Saving Grace Outreach – Summer youth program

Application Process

Specific application steps not detailed in provided content. Applicants should:

1. Contact UWCAC for application materials
   • Phone: (716) 372-3620
   • Email: director@UWCAC.org
2. Visit the website for more information:
   • www.uwcac.org/grantseekers

Application Details

• Deadline: Typically opens annually (exact dates vary by year)
• Application Method: Online application system
• Award Amount: Up to $1,000 per grant

Funding Focus

Grants support projects that:

• Make a difference in the community
• Address essential needs
• Improve quality of life
• Serve those in greatest need across the region