Partner With United Way: Funding Opportunities

501(c)3 Nonprofit organizations interested in applying for United Way of Davidson County funding must meet eligibility requirements and complete the required steps outlined below.

Eligibility

  • Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
  • Serve residents of Davidson County
  • Meet all eligibility criteria outlined in the One Page Guide

Please review the One Page Guide carefully to determine eligibility before moving forward.

Required Training

All organizations interested in applying for funding are required to attend a Grant Applicant Training Session.

Training Date: July 17, 2026

To request an invitation to the training or to ask questions, please contact: tammydalton@uwdavidson.org

Letter of Intent (LOI)

  • LOI Opens: July 17, 2026
  • LOI Due: August 7, 2026

The Letter of Intent is the first step in the funding process and is required for consideration.

Application for Funding

  • Organizations that successfully complete the Letter of Intent and meet eligibility requirements will receive: 
  • An email invitation with a link to the United Way Application for Funding
  • Detailed instructions on next steps in the funding process

Only organizations that complete the LOI will be invited to submit a full funding application.

 

United Is The Way!