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.
How to Become a Grant Reviewer
Be Part of the Decision. Be Part of the Impact!
Applications Open: March 2026
View this short video to see how you can make a difference!
Grant Reviewers are community volunteers who play a vital role in determining how contributions to the United Way Community Investment Fund are allocated to support effective, balanced services across Davidson County.
If you are interested in volunteering (training provided), please complete the Grant Reviewer Application.
What Is a Grant Reviewer?
Grant Reviewers represent the voice of the community and help ensure United Way funds are invested responsibly, transparently, and where they will make the greatest impact.
As a Grant Reviewer, you will:
Review nonprofit funding applications
Participate in program site visits
Listen to agency presentations, including financial overviews
Evaluate whether funding requests accurately reflect program services and financial needs
Grant Reviewers serve as members of a Fund Distribution Review Panel, working collaboratively to assess applications and make funding recommendations.
Our Community Impact Focus Areas
Youth Opportunity
Empowering young people to reach their full potential
Financial Security
Creating a strong financial future for every generation
Healthy Community
Promoting healthy lifestyles and access to quality health care
Grant Reviewer Timeline
Applications Due: October 1, 2026
Required Volunteer Training: October 15, 2026
Agency Site Visits: December 3, 2026
Questions?
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us:
336-249-2532
tammydalton@uwdavidson.org
United is the way we create lasting change.
Read some quotes below from past FD Volunteers...
“Serving as a United Way board member and fund distribution volunteer this year, I had the opportunity to learn more about the many critically needed service organizations in the Thomasville and Lexington communities. Visiting Home Solutions of Davidson County as a fund distribution volunteer provided me the opportunity to hear more about the services the organization provides to area qualifying families from much needed home repair to financial literacy, homebuyer education and a path to home ownership. I was so impressed with all that they do on a limited budget that I left feeling the need to do more!” ~ Susan Huneycutt, UWDC Board Member and Davidson Davie Community College employee
“Before I began serving on panels as a fund distribution volunteer, I had no idea of the impact that United Way of Davidson County (UWDC) has on our community. I wish everyone had the opportunity to serve on a panel because I believe most people's eyes would be opened to the true impact of UWDC. UW dollars help many of these organizations so that they won't have to turn away people who need emergency assistance. Before serving as a volunteer, I would donate here and there; but after serving I donate once a month and hope to be able to continue to do so indefinitely. I'd love to see the day where all agencies are fully funded, but UWDC will need a lot more in donations to see that happen. If you are reading this, I hope you will consider donating to UWDC today, and continue to do so in the future!” ~ Kristi, Davidson Davie Community College employee
“Serving as a Fund Distribution volunteer has been such a rewarding experience. Having the opportunity to visit worthy programs and see up close and personal what they are doing for the good of Davidson County residents is truly uplifting. It also gave me a new perspective on how vitally important United Way is to the well-being of remarkable organizations and even more amazing staff and volunteers. United Way is what Davidson County needs to be - changing the lives of our residents by providing hope, support, and love!” ~ Kathryn McLendon, Community Volunteer
“Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the United Way proposal review and organization visitations. I must say I was unaware of the extent of the need of our fellow Davidson County citizens, the dedication of the organizations that serve them, and extent to which those organizations wisely use the funds United Way and others provide. Our panel made our recommendations realizing it must be extremely difficult for you who make the final decisions to allocate the limited funds. It would be money well spent to fully fund each of the three we reviewed.” ~ Dr. Lennox L. McLendon, McLendon & Associates