Priority Area Grants

United Way of Allen County Priority Area Grants

United Way of Allen County exists to boldly impact critical community issues. In the past year, United Way of Allen County invested over $1.6 million into the community through grants, strategic initiatives, and partnerships. We remain dedicated to funding these efforts through a strategic investment process called our Priority Area Grants. These grants, awarded annually, target specific needs within our community. We believe our four priority areas directly address the most pressing challenges faced by Allen County, and by incorporating them into our mission, we can collaborate with our community partners to create sustainable, impactful programs.

United Way of Allen County offers annual grants to support projects and programs that align with our strategic priority areas:

• Food Distribution – Increasing access to essential food for households in need

• Housing Financial Assistance – Strengthening housing stability in the community

• Mental Health Access – Enhancing mental health services and support for individuals

• Shelter Services – Supporting the transition from shelters to permanent housing solutions

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 grantees:

• A Mother’s Hope
• Amani Family Services
• Associated Churches of Fort Wayne and Allen County
• Blessings In a Backpack
• Brightpoint
• Child Advocacy Center of Allen County Indiana, Inc.
• Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana, Inc.
• Healthier Moms and Babies, Inc.
• Lutheran Social Services, Inc.
• Miss Virginia’s Food Pantry
• St Joseph Missions
• The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Ministries, Inc.
• The League
• The Salvation Army
• Vincent Village, Inc.
• Wellspring Interfaith Social Services, Inc.
• YWCA Northeast Indiana, Inc.

Funding Period: October 2025 – June 30, 2026