Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Geography

  • In Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties can apply on behalf of eligible families

Other requirements

  • Families with financial need
  • Children who need assistance affording preschool tuition
  • Families earning above Head Start income thresholds but unable to afford preschool
  • Program Goal: Ensure children receive strong educational foundation by providing access to high-quality early childhood education regardless of family financial situation.

Overview

Geographic Scope: Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties, WA

Program Purpose: To bridge the gap for families earning too much to qualify for Head Start but still struggling to afford preschool tuition.

Funding Type: Partial or full funding for eligible families

Who Can Apply: Preschools in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties can apply on behalf of eligible families

Eligibility for Families:

  • Families with financial need
  • Children who need assistance affording preschool tuition
  • Families earning above Head Start income thresholds but unable to afford preschool

Program Goal: Ensure children receive strong educational foundation by providing access to high-quality early childhood education regardless of family financial situation.

Contact Information:

  • Address: 2224 Talley Way, Kelso, WA 98626
  • Phone: 360-423-5320
  • Website: cowlitzunitedway.org

What United Way of Cowlitz County actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
11
Total given
$190K
Median grant
$15K
Range
$6,000–$65K
  • By dollars: Washington 100%. Top recipient cities: Longview, WA; Kelso, WA; Vancouver, WA.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 45% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • ESD 112 · Vancouver, WA

    Unrestricted

    $65K

  • Fish of Cowlitz County · Longview, WA

    Unrestricted

    $16K

  • Hello Life Eating Disorder Recovery Services · Longview, WA

    Unrestricted

    $15K

  • St James Family Center · Cathlamet, WA

    Unrestricted

    $15K

  • Emergency Support Shelter · Longview, WA

    Unrestricted

    $15K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Preschools
  • Child care
  • Education
  • Family services

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