United Way Of The Great River Region

Organization Overview

United Way Of The Great River Region is located in Keokuk, IA. The organization was established in 1974. According to its NTEE Classification (T70) the organization is classified as: Federated Giving Programs, under the broad grouping of Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations and related organizations. As of 12/2021, United Way Of The Great River Region employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. United Way Of The Great River Region is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, United Way Of The Great River Region generated $307.2k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $246.5k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 4.0% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Since 2017, United Way Of The Great River Region has awarded 33 individual grants totaling $294,500. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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UNITED WAY OF THE GREAT RIVER REGION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE IMPROVES LIVES BY MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF COMMUNITIES TO ADVANCE THE COMMON GOOD. UNITED WAY OF THE GREAT RIVER REGION IS A NONPROFIT AGENCY THAT SERVES LEE COUNTY, IOWA, HANCOCK COUNTY, ILLINOIS AND CLARK COUNTY, MISSOURI.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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UNITED WAY IDENTIFIES COMMUNITY NEEDS AND DEVELOPS PLANS TO MEET HUMAN NEEDS IN OUR AREA. WE ENGAGE A LARGE VARIETY OF COMMUNITY PARTNERS IN ASSESSING NEEDS AND COORDINATING A COMMUNITY-WIDE RESPONSE TO LOCAL NEEDS. INTENDED COMMUNITY OUTCOMES GUIDING OUR FUNDING CHOICES INCLUDE: 1. OUR YOUTH AND CHILDREN ARE HEALTHY AND WELL PREPARED FOR LIFE IN THEIR EDUCATION, CHARACTER AND LIFE EXPERIENCE. PRIORITY - PROVIDE ACCESS TO SPORTS, LIFE-SKILLS, AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW INCOME FAMILIES. 2. PEOPLE'S BASIC NEEDS ARE MET AND THEY PROGRESS TOWARD FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE. PRIORITY - PROVIDING BASIC NEEDS OF FOOD, SHELTER, AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE. 3. OUR COMMUNITY HAS STRONG FAMILIES AND HEALTHY INDIVIDUALS. PRIORITIES: PROGRAMS THAT ASSIST SENIORS OR DISABLED WITH EMPLOYMENT AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY, PROGRAMS TO REDUCE THE USAGE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES IN YOUTH/CHILDREN, CHILD ABUSE REDUCTION. OUR ANNUAL COMMUNITY CARING CAMPAIGN UNITES THE COMMUNITY IN RAISING FUNDS FOR OUR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO IMPROVE LIVES IN OUR AREA. LOCAL VOLUNTEERS COMPRISE THE COMMUNITY INVESTMENT TEAMS WHICH REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND INTERVIEW AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES AND THEN MAKE FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVES A COMMUNITY INVESTMENT PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES ANNUAL ALLOCATIONS, SPECIAL NEEDS GRANTS, A COMMUNITY IMPACT FUND, AND STAFF TIME/OFFICE EXPENSES ALLOCATED FOR COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT WORK.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Ashley Brunk
Secretary
$0
Julie Schilling
President
$0
Karen Siefken
Executive Di
$0
Nate Unsworth
Vice Preside
$0
Chuck Vandenberg
Treasuer
$0
Emily Biddenstadt
Past Preside
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $91,975
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$177,047
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$269,022
Total Program Service Revenue$5,559
Investment income $11,857
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $19,678
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $307,200

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, United Way Of The Great River Region has awarded $45,000 in support to 6 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

HORNER YMCA

PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT

$9,000

FM YMCA

PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT

$9,000

COMMUNITY ACTION OF SE IOWA

Org PageRecipient Profile

Burlington, IA

PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT

$8,000

EMMA CORNELIS HOSPITALITY HOUSE

Org PageRecipient Profile

Ft Madison, IA

PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT

$7,000

FORT MADISON FOOD PANTRY

PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT

$6,000

FOOD FOR THOUGHTS

PURPOSE: FINACIAL SUPPORT

$6,000
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that United Way Of The Great River Region has recieved totaling $5,097.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
United Ways Of Iowa

Johnston, IA

PURPOSE: COVID-19 ASSISTANCE

$5,035
Alliant Energy Foundation Inc

Madison, WI

PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS

$52
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$10
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