The United Way of Portage County is seeking grant applications to improve lives by advancing the common good and creating opportunities for a better life for all.
Donor Name: United Way of Portage County
State: Ohio
County: Portage County (OH)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/13/2026
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: 3 Years
Details:
United Way focuses on Youth Education, Critical Needs, and Public Health which are the building blocks for a good life.
To achieve this mission United Way strategically engages and builds relationships with diverse community stakeholders, contributors and partners to identify community goals, develop impact strategies and implement those strategies in partnership with others. United Way of Portage County funds numerous community programs through the partnership with multiple community service agencies. Program review and grant making is governed by a volunteer review team and approved by United Way’s board of trustees. United Way values accountability, transparency and openness throughout all stages of the decision-making process.
Grant Period
July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029.
Evaluation Criteria
All applications for United Way funding will be reviewed by an independent group of community volunteers. All volunteers will evaluate applications using an online scoring method. Volunteers make funding recommendations to United Way’s Board of Directors based on the scoring of the application and site visit and how well the proposed program activities align with United Way’s focus in the areas of Youth Education.
For more information, visit UWPC.
