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United Way of West Tennessee - Community Impact Grants is sponsored by United Way of West Tennessee. Supports nonprofits serving West Tennessee counties addressing Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Stability, and Community Resiliency priorities. Funding supports programs empowering individuals facing economic distress.
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
Community Impact Grant Application | United Way of West Tennessee Greater Jackson Financial Empowerment Center West Tennessee Story Fund Office of Childhood Success Community Impact Grant Application Greater Jackson Financial Empowerment Center West Tennessee Story Fund Office of Childhood Success Community Impact Grant Application Community Impact Grant Application Community Impact Grant Application Community Impact Grant Application This grant cycle will cover the program period of July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Organizations with programs operating in Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Gibson, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Madison, McNairy, or Weakley Counties may request funding. United Way West Tennessee provides funding to programs operating in at least one of the four major impact areas of Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and/or Community Resiliency. Examples of programs in each category include: In-School, After-School, Summer Programming Disaster Relief & Recovery Environmental Stewardship In order for a program to be eligible for a community impact grant, it must align with at least one of the major impact areas specified in this application. Additionally, our mission includes assisting and supporting organizations that actively serve the ALICE population within our community. Community Impact Grant funding supports programs as opposed to general operations, meaning that all grant funds should be used for program operations, including but not limited to, staff, activities, and needs of the specific program. In order to qualify for funding, organizations must meet the following eligibility guidelines: The organization must be able to demonstrate proof of non-profit status under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. The program the organization is applying for must have been in operation for at least one year at the time of application. The program must impact at least one of the 15 counties in the United Way West Tennessee service area as noted above. The organization must meet the state guidelines for nonprofit operations and provide proof of their State of Tennessee Charitable Solicitation approval. Application Available on UWWT Website Volunteer Panel Application Review Volunteer Allocation Meetings UWWT Board of Directors Allocation Approval Monthly Grant Fund Payments Begin In order to submit the application, organizations should email the following application along with the required attachments to Legon Roberson at lroberson@unitedway.tn.org by February 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM. In addition to the submission of the application, organizations are required to submit the following documents along with their application: Current Fiscal Year Operating Budget 501(c)3 IRS Determination Letter For agencies with an income of $1,000,000 or more: Most Recent Audit Report For agencies with an income
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Community Impact Grant Application | United Way of West Tennessee Greater Jackson Financial Empowerment Center West Tennessee Story Fund Office of Childhood Success Community Impact Grant Application Greater Jackson Financial Empowerment Center West Tennessee Story Fund Office of Childhood Success Community Impact Grant Application Community Impact Grant Application Community Impact Grant Application Community Impact Grant Application This grant cycle will cover the program period of July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027.
Organizations with programs operating in Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Gibson, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Madison, McNairy, or Weakley Counties may request funding. United Way West Tennessee provides funding to programs operating in at least one of the four major impact areas of Healthy Community, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and/or Community Resiliency.
Examples of programs in each category include: In-School, After-School, Summer Programming Disaster Relief & Recovery Environmental Stewardship In order for a program to be eligible for a community impact grant, it must align with at least one of the major impact areas specified in this application. Additionally, our mission includes assisting and supporting organizations that actively serve the ALICE population within our community.
Community Impact Grant funding supports programs as opposed to general operations, meaning that all grant funds should be used for program operations, including but not limited to, staff, activities, and needs of the specific program.
In order to qualify for funding, organizations must meet the following eligibility guidelines: The organization must be able to demonstrate proof of non-profit status under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. The program the organization is applying for must have been in operation for at least one year at the time of application.
The program must impact at least one of the 15 counties in the United Way West Tennessee service area as noted above. The organization must meet the state guidelines for nonprofit operations and provide proof of their State of Tennessee Charitable Solicitation approval.
Application Available on UWWT Website Volunteer Panel Application Review Volunteer Allocation Meetings UWWT Board of Directors Allocation Approval Monthly Grant Fund Payments Begin In order to submit the application, organizations should email the following application along with the required attachments to Legon Roberson at lroberson@unitedway. tn. org by February 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing with Tennessee; 1+ year operation; serving Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Gibson, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Madison, McNairy, Weakley Counties Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies; typically $15,000-$50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is February 27, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Recovery Housing Program (RHP) is sponsored by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). Provides funding to provide stable, temporary transitional housing for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder, allowing for up to two years of residency. Application snapshot: target deadline February 22, 2026; published funding information Up to $750,000; eligibility guidance Local units of government in Indiana (may partner with 501(c)(3) nonprofits). Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Recovery Housing Program (RHP) - Indiana is sponsored by Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). A state-level HUD-funded pilot program that provides stable, temporary transitional housing for individuals in recovery from a substance use disorder. Application snapshot: target deadline February 22, 2026; published funding information Up to $750,000; eligibility guidance Local units of government (who may partner with 501(c)(3) nonprofits) in Indiana. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Community Arts & Culture Project Grants is sponsored by City of Hillsboro, Oregon. Supports short-term arts, culture, and heritage projects, community programs, and capacity building in Hillsboro. Application snapshot: target deadline February 23, 2026; published funding information Up to $6,000; eligibility guidance Individuals or organizations for projects in Hillsboro; Level 2 requires nonprofit status. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Application snapshot: target deadline February 27, 2026; published funding information Varies; typically $15,000-$50,000; eligibility guidance 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing with Tennessee; 1+ year operation; serving Carroll, Chester, Crockett, Decatur, Dyer, Gibson, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, Henry, Lake, Madison, McNairy, Weakley Counties
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
In addition to the submission of the application, organizations are required to submit the following documents along with their application: Current Fiscal Year Operating Budget 501(c)3 IRS Determination Letter For agencies with an income of $1,000,000 or more: Most Recent Audit Report For agencies with an income of $999,999 or less: Most Recent Year-End Financial Statement that was approved by the Board of Directors Charitable Solicitations Confirmation If the organization is requesting funding for multiple programs, you will be required to complete a supplemental program information application for each additional program and include that with your application submission.
Please contact Legon Roberson at lroberson@unitedway. tn. org with any questions about the grant application process or about eligibility for grant funding.
Our team is available to meet with any organization to address questions or to review the ideas you have for your application by appointment. Watch a short instructional video on creating an account and saving drafts. All applicants are required to have or create an account to complete and submit your application.
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