Community Impact Grant

Community Impact Grant

Funder: United Way Galveston County Mainland (TX, US)

Overview: Competitive program funding for nonprofit partner organizations addressing community needs in health, education, and financial stability within Galveston County Mainland.

Geographic Scope

• Service Area: Galveston County Mainland, specifically serving residents in zip codes: 77510, 77517, 77518, 77539, 77546, 77549, 77563, 77565, 77568, 77573, 77574, 77590, 77591, 77592

Focus Areas

• Health
• Education
• Financial Stability

Funding Period

• Duration: One year (January through December)
• Cycle: Annual

Eligibility Requirements - Agencies

• Must be in existence for a minimum of 3 years
• Must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit with IRS exemption documentation
• Must make services available without regard to race, religion, national origin, or political creed
• Must file Form 990 or 990-EZ with IRS (no more than 18 months old)
- Form 990-N (e-postcard) does NOT qualify
• Must operate with management, general, and fundraising costs below 25%
• Must maintain active local governing board:
- Adequate size, background, and diversity - Members serve without compensation - Hold regular documented meetings (at least quarterly) - Demonstrate effective administrative control - Minutes available upon request
• If part of regional/national organization: must have local advisory committee with documented roles, responsibilities, and community representation
• Must demonstrate how local volunteers influence use of local United Way dollars
• Must specify how United Way Galveston County Mainland funds will be spent locally
• Must maintain annual audit or compiled financial statements by Certified Public Accountant
- Revenue $500,000+: Independent Financial Audit (not more than 18 months old) - Revenue <$500,000: Management Letter or Financial Review acceptable; if weaknesses identified, must provide formal response from agency leadership
• Must comply with all anti-terrorist financing and asset control laws (USA Patriot Act and other counterterrorism laws)
• Must carry general/commercial and board liability insurance (proof required)

Eligibility Requirements - Programs

• Must have been in continuous operation for minimum 2 years with demonstrated success
• Must address clearly demonstrated community need in at least one of three focus areas: health, education, financial stability
• Must provide services to Galveston County Mainland residents

Review Process

• All proposals reviewed and approved by community volunteers, donors, and United Way Galveston County Mainland Board of Directors
• Funding is competitive based on submitted information

Contact Information

• Phone: (409) 948-4211
• Email: Informational workshops available upon request (contact for email)
• Address: 2800 Texas Ave, Texas City, TX 77590