Request for Funding

Request for Funding through Butler County United Way

Butler County United Way is committed to maximizing resources to support human services that provide impactful change in our community. We focus on our Impact Areas of Youth Opportunity, Healthy Community, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency – the building blocks for a good life. Support is accomplished through strong partnerships and funding assistance.

Butler County United Way offers local 501(c)3 nonprofits located in and/or serving the Butler County area the opportunity to apply for funding support through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Funding is program-focused to see measurable impact and successful services.

The RFP process begins in April of each year, with the deadline for submissions in mid-June. Funding decisions are made in mid-August, with the funding cycle for awarded programs spanning from October to September of the following year.

If you would like to see if you qualify to apply with Butler County United Way, CLICK HERE.

For questions about the RFP process, please contact Director of Community Impact Kim Whitton at kwhitton@bc-unitedway.org.

Upcoming Events

April

17: Community Impact Breakfast and Macaroni Madness Volunteer Event

30: Unite + Divide County-Wide Monthly Drawing

May

2: Nonprofits United

19: Golf United Classic

June

18: Day of Action

August

16: Pickleball United

September

18: Books and Brews

October

1-31: SOCKtober

9: Topgolf United

November

1-20: Thanksgiving Meal Drive

20: Thanksgiving Meal Kit Volunteer Event

December

1-6: Festival of Wreaths

Adopt-A-Family

Teddy Bear and Toy Drive

Holiday Game and Board Game Drive

DEADLINE FOR HOLIDAY DRIVES: December 10

STORIES OF IMPACT

Sheila

Sheila, a 44-year-old single mother of four, is no stranger to navigating adversity. Ten years ago, after going into labor early with her twin boys, she had to learn to navigate things a little differently than before. After giving birth to her sons, Sheila was rushed into brain surgery due to fluid on her brain pushing on her optic nerve.

Tonya

About 7 years ago, Tonya made the brave decision to leave a domestic violence situation for the sake of her and her daughter. Leaving the situation was a courageous choice, but Tonya went a step further and left her home and community for her and her daughter’s safety.

Sherry

Sherry was at the end of her rope after years of trying to combat the problem behavior of her school aged son. Her therapist recommended trying a parenting course offered through Butler County United Way’s Parent Project....

E.J

E.J. first entered the foster care system 5 years ago at 10 years old, and the uncertainty of his circumstances weighed heavily on him. Not having a stable support system and family in his life during such a formative time left him feeling vulnerable and scared.