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Overview

Community Investments Grants

Overview: United Way's grant opportunities are offered primarily through Requests for Proposals (RFPs) released throughout the year to enable flexibility and responsiveness while promoting greater structure and cohesiveness.

Geographic Scope: South Hampton Roads region

Focus Areas:

  • Direct services (essential services and program investments)

  • Systems change initiatives

  • Solutions for community's most urgent and challenging problems
  • Approach: Two-pronged strategy combining direct services and systems change to tackle complex community challenges

    Application Process: Uses e-CImpact, a new online application portal designed to create a more user-friendly experience for agency partners

    Key Features:

  • Thorough vetting process by volunteer Community Investments Committee

  • Review of nonprofits' 990s, audits, and program details

  • On-site visits by volunteers to see services firsthand before funding decisions

  • Evidence-based approach focused on collaborative, proven solutions
  • For Agency Partners:

  • Must be certified agency or apply for certification

  • Funded through e-CImpact portal

  • Getting started guide available for portal navigation
  • Contact:

  • Phone: 757.853.8500

  • Email: operations@unitedwayshr.org

  • Address: 2515 Walmer Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23513
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Monitor United Way website and communications for RFP announcements
    2. Register for e-CImpact portal account (if first-time user)
    3. Review getting started guide for portal navigation
    4. Complete RFP application through e-CImpact when available
    5. Submit by specified deadline for active RFP

    Requirements:

  • Nonprofit or governmental organization

  • Focus on direct services and/or systems change

  • Alignment with United Way's priority areas

  • Ability to demonstrate effectiveness and outcomes
  • Key Resources:

  • e-CImpact Portal: Online application platform

  • Getting Started Guide: Available for portal users

  • Community Investments Committee: Provides oversight and guidance
  • Note: RFPs are released throughout the year. Organizations should check unitedwayshr.org regularly for current opportunities. Specific deadlines vary by RFP round.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitscommunity-servicessocial-servicescapacity-building

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