How much funding does Breaking Down Barriers provide?

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When is the deadline for Breaking Down Barriers?

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How often is Breaking Down Barriers offered?

Breaking Down Barriers is described as a one-time opportunity.

Breaking Down Barriers

United Way of Blount County

Foundation One-time Grants for Nonprofits Community Services Grants Foundation Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Cycle: One-time opportunity
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Purpose: This one-time funding is designed to support nonprofits as they break down barriers to accessing their services. The grants will be used to take tangible action to expand and improve service delivery to Blount County community members.

Geographic Scope: Blount County, Tennessee

Eligibility: Must meet standard UWBC grant requirements (see Annual Community Grants)

Contact Information

Email: sjurinsky@unitedwayblount.org
Phone: (865) 982-2251
Address: 1615 E. Broadway Ave., Maryville, TN 37804
General Email: uwbc@unitedwayblount.org

How to Apply

Application Process

This funding channel is currently closed. Check back with UWBC staff for future opening dates.

To Inquire About Future Opportunities:

Email Sarah at sjurinsky@unitedwayblount.org
Call: (865) 982-2251
Email: uwbc@unitedwayblount.org

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What United Way of Blount County actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 27
Total given: $1.67M
Median grant: $35K
Range: $7,500–$249K

By dollars: Tennessee 100%. Top recipient cities: Maryville, TN; Knoxville, TN; Alcoa, TN.
4% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
7% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.