When is the deadline for Safety-Net Grants?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around December.

How often is Safety-Net Grants offered?

Safety-Net Grants runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected December 31, 2027.

Safety-Net Grants

Q: How much funding does Safety-Net Grants provide?

Safety-Net Grants provides Varies by organization; 2025 cycle: $245,000 total distributed across 14 nonprofits in funding.

United Way of the River Cities Inc

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Funding Amount

Varies by organization; 2025 cycle: $245,000 total distributed across 14 nonprofits

Deadline

Expected ~December

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: December 31, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: December

From the program guidelines: “Volunteer Scoring: Community volunteers assist in reviewing and scoring applications (approximately 700+ volunteer hours annually)”

Overview

Purpose: Award funding to nonprofit organizations that provide short-term assistance with basic needs such as food, clothing, safe shelter, healthcare and more.

Geographic Scope: Six-county service area including Cabell, Lincoln, Mason, and Wayne counties in West Virginia; Gallia and Lawrence counties in Ohio

Award Structure:

2025 Cycle: $245,000 awarded to 14 nonprofits
Varies by organization and program

Focus Areas:

Food assistance and pantries
Clothing and personal care items
Infant essentials (diapers, formula, car seats, cribs)
Safe emergency shelter
Utility assistance
Senior nutrition programs
Healthcare support

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations serving the six-county service area addressing basic needs

Process: Applications reviewed and scored by Community Impact Council (5 United Way board members and 4 community-at-large members) over five-month review period with volunteer assistance

Funding Source: United Way campaign donations and corporate/individual donors

Organization Info:

Address: 820 Madison Ave, Huntington, WV 25704
Phone: 304-523-8929
Hours: M-F 8am-4:30pm
Website: unitedwayrivercities.org

How to Apply

Application Process

Applications are reviewed through a competitive process involving:

Application Submission: Nonprofits submit proposals
Review Period: Five-month review cycle
Community Impact Council Review:
- Comprised of 5 United Way board members
- 4 community-at-large members
- Review and score all applications
Volunteer Scoring: Community volunteers assist in reviewing and scoring applications (approximately 700+ volunteer hours annually)
Awards Announcement: Typically announced in December

Required Information:

Organization details and mission
Program description addressing basic needs
Target population and geographic service area
Budget and use of funds
Expected outcomes and impact

Contact for Application Details: Steve Cline, Director of Community Impact

Email: steve.cline@unitedwayrivercities.org
Phone: 304-523-8929

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What United Way of the River Cities Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 25
Total given: $590K
Median grant: $23K
Range: $6,736–$46K

By dollars: West Virginia 77%, Ohio 23%. Top recipient cities: Huntington, WV; Gallipolis, OH; Charleston, WV.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.