Community Investment Grants

United Way of Collier and the Keys is now accepting applications from organizations that share our vision of creating a future where everyone in Collier and Monroe Counties can thrive.

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United Way of Collier and the Keys is excited to announce that the 2025-2026 Community Investment Grant application is now live!  This grant opportunity is part of our commitment to building stronger, healthier, and more equitable communities across Collier and Monroe Counties.  

 

United Way of Collier and the Keys provide resources and funding to nonprofits whose strategies align with ours and invite 501(c)3 organizations that are outstanding in our funding areas to consider applying for our Community Investment Grants. In this new grant cycle, we’re focusing on four priority areas: Healthy Communities, Youth Opportunities, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency.

 

These critical impact areas are designed to address the needs of households at or below the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) threshold and strengthen the community as a whole. As a grant applicant, we encourage you to highlight how your program tackles these areas through innovative, effective, and collaborative approaches. Our aim is to champion programs that are connective—bringing people and resources together, responsive—adapting to emerging needs, and scalable—expanding impact over time.

 

Key dates for the FY25-26 Community Investment Grant cycle:

  • Application Deadline: Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 11:59PM EST
  • Applicants Notified of Funding Decisions: Friday, March 21, 2025
  • FY25-26 Monthly Grant Funding Distribution: April 2025 to March 2026

 

Application Process:

  • For Current Funded Partners: Log in to the e-CImpact portal with your existing credentials to access the application. 
  • For New or Returning Applicants: Set up a new account in e-CImpact to request login credentials. Please note, all new accounts must be approved by our team before accessing the application.

 

We’re Here to Help:

  • Technical Support: Contact Rebecca Zehr (Rebecca.Zehr@uwcollierkeys.org) for any assistance with the e-CImpact portal. 
  • Program Questions: Reach out to Tiffany Pellicier (tiffany.pellicier@uwcollierkeys.org) for questions related to the grant programs. 

      Resources to Guide You

      Thank you for your interest in partnering with United Way of Collier and the Keys! We're here to help you through the Community Investment Grant application process.

      Application Guidelines

      This document provides detailed step-by-step instructions to help you successfully complete your application.

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      e-CImpact Agency Training Manual

      Designed to help you navigate the grant portal with ease.

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      Impact Areas

      Healthy Community

      Improving health and wellbeing for all.

      Youth Opportunity

      Helping young people realize their full potential.

      Financial Security

      Creating a stronger financial future for every generation.

      Community Resiliency

      Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.

      Impact Areas

      Healthy Community

      Improving health and wellbeing for all.

      Youth Opportunity

      Helping young people realize their full potential.

      Financial Security

      Creating a stronger financial future for every generation.

      Community Resiliency

      Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.