Grant Opportunities

2025 Grant Cycles

Applications for grants (greater than $5,000) in any one of our three focus areas (economic stability, education, or  health) may be submitted in any one of the first three grant cycles.  Cycle 4 is dedicated to Holiday Giving Programs only.
 
  • Cycle 1 - Grants open January 1 to deadline February 1
  • Cycle 2 - Grants open April 1 to deadline May 1
  • Cycle 3 - Grants open July 1 to deadline August 1
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  • Cycle 4 - Holiday Giving Programs Only-Grants open September 1 to deadline October 10
  • Holiday Giving Program requests are capped at $10,000.
  • Requests must be submitted to UWGGC by October 10th.
  • Requests should be submitted on organization letterhead.
  • State the amount being requested with a detailed explanation of the organization’s Holiday Program and how the funds will be used.
  • Provide a detailed program/project budget. Please use this budget template.
  • Obtain the appropriate signature on the attached form and include with your request.
  • Requests must be submitted via email to apatterson@grahamgreenleeunited.org

Grant Requests for $5,000 or less may be submitted any month of the year, except December.  These requests must fall within one of our three focus areas and comply with UWGGC standing rules/funding guidelines.

  • Requests must be submitted to UWGGC by the 10th of the month.
  • Submit your request on your organization’s letterhead.
  • State the amount being requested with a detailed explanation of specifically how the funds will be used,
  • Provide a detailed program/project budget. Please use this budget template.
  • Obtain the appropriate signature on the attached form and include with your request.
  • Requests must be submitted via email to apatterson@grahamgreenleeunited.org

Sponsorship Requests for events may also be submitted in any month of the year, except December.  Sponsorship requests are capped at $5,000.

  • Requests must be submitted to UWGGC by the 10th of the month two months prior to the event.
  • Submit your request on your organization’s letterhead.
  • State the amount being requested, summarize the event, and provide a detailed explanation of specifically how the funds will be used.
  • Provide a detailed program/project budget. Please use this budget template.
  • Obtain the appropriate signature on the attached form and include with your request.
  • Requests must be submitted via email to apatterson@grahamgreenleeunited.org

Emergency Funding is also available through UWGGC and will be evaluated on a case by case basis by the Board of Directors as needs arise.  If you are in need of emergency funding, please contact UWGGC staff directly by phone at 928-424-5100.

The United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties will consider funding of up to $200,000 for:

  • 501(c)(3) non-profit tax-exempt organizations with eligible health and human service programs that are in good standing with the United Way * Good standing requires successful completion of approved grant activities, submission of grant impact reports, engagement with True Impact for reporting on outcomes, valid marketing of the United Way, and any financial audit confirmation.
  • Other tax-exempt organizations such as public and charter schools, municipal agencies, fiscal agents and other 501c nonprofit organizations
  • Construction Projects with at least a 50% match of the total project budget either in cash or in kind. (Examples: New buildings or building renovations/improvements and parks and recreational facilities/equipment.)
  • Travel (only if travel to Graham or Greenlee counties is required to provide the program/project or for training to successfully administer programs/projects.)

The United Way of Graham County does not provide funding for the following:

  • Granting Foundations or pass-through funding for any purpose other than fiscal agency for distinctive projects or programs
  • Organizations that discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status
  • Individuals, conference fees, and medical procedures.
  • Religious activities, churches, or church sponsored programs limited to church membership​
  • Political or lobbying organizations, or those supporting the candidacy of a particular individual​
  • Individual athletic teams (unless 501(c)(3) or tax exempt)
  • Concerts or other entertainment events unless 501(c)(3) (example: Gila Valley Arts Program)
  • Organizations or entities that may have known or reasonably perceived conflicts with the policies, procedures, programs and practices of United Way
  • Organizations which may pose a threat to the State of Arizona or the United States of America

Impact Reporting

As part of our commitment to supporting and celebrating the great work you do, United Way of Graham and Greenlee Counties has implemented a mandatory impact reporting process. The Grant Manager of UWGGC will be in touch with you within one month of grant approval to officially invite you to this process and provide guidance. All reporting and required documents must be completed within 1 year of the date of the official funding award letter. Compliance with this process is considered for any future funding requested by any organizations funded in the past.

Anti Terrorism Compliance Measures​​

In compliance with the USA PATRIOT Act and other counterterrorism laws, the United Way of Graham & Greenlee Counties requires that each funding recipient agency certify that all United Way funds and donations will be used in compliance with all applicable anti-terrorist financing and asset control laws, statutes and executive orders.

Thank You Donors!

Thank you to the Freeport-McMoRan Foundation and the faithful and generous donors who participate in employee giving programs through Freeport McMoRan, the City of Safford, Graham County, and the Town of Thatcher for your ongoing support!