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.
Form
990
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.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Ashley Brunk Secretary | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Julie Schilling President | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Karen Siefken Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Nate Unsworth Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Chuck Vandenberg Treasuer | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Emily Biddenstadt Past Preside | Trustee | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $82,100 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $6,160 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $54,683 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $48,346 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $11,354 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $8,720 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $10,212 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $13,500 |
Travel | $558 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $251 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $2,485 |
All other expenses | -$3,494 |
Total functional expenses | $246,497 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $179,678 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $102,517 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $240,754 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $522,949 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $4,002 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $4,002 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $294,968 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $223,979 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $522,949 |
Over the last fiscal year, United Way Of The Great River Region has awarded $45,000 in support to 6 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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HORNER YMCA PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $9,000 |
FM YMCA PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $9,000 |
Burlington, IA PURPOSE: FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $8,000 |
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 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that United Way Of The Great River Region has recieved totaling $5,097.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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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 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
United Way Of Greater St Louis Inc Saint Louis, MO | $114,175,989 | $83,585,264 |
Nebraska Children And Families Foundation Lincoln, NE | $60,865,953 | $72,528,420 |
United Way Of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County Inc Milwaukee, WI | $57,056,595 | $64,052,238 |
United Way Of Metropolitan Chicago Inc Chicago, IL | $58,068,035 | $46,184,540 |
Greater Twin Cities United Way Minneapolis, MN | $131,397,199 | $56,166,906 |
Peter Kiewit Foundation Omaha, NE | $431,803,629 | $21,833,373 |
United Way Of The Midlands Omaha, NE | $22,649,944 | $36,718,233 |
Worldwide Inventory Network Inc St Louis, MO | $154,273,003 | $31,738,147 |
United Way Of Greater Kansas City Inc Kansas City, MO | $27,299,107 | $44,015,637 |
Jewish Federation Of Omaha Inc Omaha, NE | $53,867,184 | $39,560,353 |
Aurora Health Care Foundation Inc Milwaukee, WI | $332,167,553 | $7,899,285 |
United Way Of Central Iowa Des Moines, IA | $37,480,917 | $26,442,012 |