How much funding does Long-Term Funding Program provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Long-Term Funding Program?

The deadline is October 1, 2026.

Long-Term Funding Program

UNITED WAY OF KNOX COUNTY OHIO INC

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 1, 2026

175 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Long-Term Funding Program

Funder: United Way of Knox County

Geographic Scope: Knox County, Ohio

Focus Areas:

Primary Pillars: Youth Opportunity, Healthcare and Wellness, Financial Stability, Community Resiliency

2025 Funding Priorities:

- Education (Early intervention, especially in literacy)
- Healthy Living (Lifelong wellness through active, connected lifestyles)
- Financial Stability (Housing security combined with financial literacy)

Program Description:
Long-term funding is designed for year-round support of community agencies to further their work to strengthen Knox County. This is the primary funding mechanism for ongoing program support.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be affiliated with a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Must have a governing board of directors

Program must align with United Way's core pillars and current funding priorities

Award Information:

Amount: Not specified in available materials

Payment Structure: Awards are paid in monthly installments throughout the following calendar year

Recurrence: Renewable annually as long as reporting requirements are met

Application Timeline:

Application Portal Opens: October 1st

Follow-up Presentations: Mid-November

Committee Review & Board Approval: Late November/Early December

Award Payments Begin: January (following calendar year)

Reporting Requirements:

Biannual reporting (twice per year)

Programs may renew applications annually if reporting requirements are met

Contact Information:

Program Coordinator: Kristina Hageman

Email: liveunited@uwayknox.org

Phone: (740) 397-5721

Address: 305 E High St, Mt Vernon, OH 43050

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Submit Application: Complete application through online portal (opens October 1st each year)
2. Initial Review: Applications evaluated for alignment with United Way's strategic goals and core pillars
3. Community Impact Panel (CIP): Volunteer panel reviews applications and conducts agency presentations, focusing on potential impact
4. Follow-up Presentations: Applicants present to CIP mid-November
5. Community Investment Committee (CIC) Review: Committee reviews applications, CIP evaluations, program outcomes, and financial integrity
6. Board of Directors Approval: Board makes final funding decisions
7. Award Notification: Selected programs receive notification
8. Payments Begin: Monthly installments throughout the following calendar year