United Way of Racine County creates real, lasting change by investing in funding opportunities that help build a thriving community.
To learn more about the various funding sources we offer, please see our community investment policies and procedures and see the links below.
Annual Investment
United Way of Racine County invests donor dollars into high-performing nonprofits offering programs aligned with its focus areas: healthy community, youth opportunity, financial security, and community resiliency.
Sponsorships
One-time sponsorships for events/projects that align with UWRC's mission and support UWRC partners are available to local nonprofits. Funding is awarded up to $500, and there is no minimum amount.
Equity Through Technology Fund
The Equity Through Technology Fund supports projects and programs in Racine County that use technology to improve opportunities and outcomes. This fund is made possible through the generosity of Microsoft Corporation.
Community Workforce Fund
United Way supports high-quality programs in Racine County that address emerging needs and service gaps, outside the annual investment process, aligned with its focus areas.
Youth as Resources (YAR)
Youth as Resources (YAR) is a youth-led grant program in which middle school students serving on the YAR board make funding recommendations to United Way's Community Investment Committee.
Wadewitz Funds
United Way funded impact partners can receive support for emergency capitol repairs by either applying for a grant for 50 percent of the funds needed or by applying for an interest-free loan for the repairs.