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UNITED WAY OF GALVESTON INC

GALVESTON, TXEIN: 74-1198299Website

Data sourced from IRS 990 public filings

UNITED WAY OF GALVESTON INC Your giving. Stronger nonprofits. A more resilient Galveston. United Way of Galveston brings people, dollars, and local nonprofits together to solve problems no single organization can tackle alone. Give Get Help Get Involved A Refreshed Look. The Same Commitment to Galveston. United Way of Galveston is unveiling a refreshed brand that reflects both who we have always been and how we continue to lead. This update aligns our local organization with the brand standards of United Way Worldwide while remaining firmly rooted in Galveston and responsive to community needs. Our look may feel new. Our purpose is not. We remain committed to connecting people, nonprofits, and resources to strengthen Galveston today and for generations to come. Serving Galveston since 1923. Why United Way of Galveston Exists Galveston has many dedicated nonprofits and generous donors. What it does not have is unlimited resources or time. United Way of Galveston serves as the connective hub for Galveston’s nonprofit community. We align organizations, funders, data, and community priorities so efforts are coordinated, gaps are addressed, and local giving has greater impact. When you give through United Way, your donation strengthens the system our community relies on, not just one program in isolation. Where Your Giving Goes Healthy CommunityImproving access to health care, food, and well-being so individuals and families can live healthier, more stable lives. Youth OpportunityInvesting in early learning, education, and family engagement so children and young people can succeed from the start. Financial StabilityStrengthening pathways to financial security through education, workforce development, and access to essential resources. Community ResilienceCoordinating response to crises and preparing for future challenges so Galveston can recover faster and stronger. Why Give Through United Way of Galveston Giving locally is important. Giving strategically is powerful. United Way of Galveston does not duplicate services or compete with nonprofits. We serve as a backbone organization, identifying gaps, funding what works, and bringing partners together to reduce fragmentation and increase collective impact. United Way of Galveston also stewards donor-designated gifts with care and precision. When donors choose to support a specific nonprofit through United Way, we ensure those dollars are directed exactly as requested and handled with accountability and transparency. Whether you give to support the broader community or designate your gift to an organization you care about, your donation is managed with the same rigor, trust, and local knowledge. Your donation: Supports multiple nonprofits working toward shared outcomes Reduces duplication and inefficiency Enables rapid response when new needs emerge Strengthens the nonprofit sector for long-term impact This is how your giving goes further in Galveston. Galveston’s Nonprofit Hub United Way of Galveston is where Galveston’s nonprofit community comes together. We convene nonprofit leaders, funders, and partners. We provide professional development, share data and insights, and create space for collaboration so organizations are not operating in isolation. By strengthening relationships and infrastructure across the sector, we help nonprofits serve Galveston more effectively today and prepare for what comes next. This same infrastructure allows us to steward donor-designated gifts responsibly, ensuring local nonprofits receive the support donors intend, on time and as promised. Our Impact in Galveston Local nonprofits supported each year Dollars invested across health, education, and financial stability Nonprofit leaders engaged through convenings and training Coordinated response during times of community crisis Community Validation “United Way of Galveston plays a central role in aligning organizations and resources so our community response is stronger and more effective.” -Jennifer Lamm, United Way of Galveston Board President What We’re Seeing in Galveston We track and share insights, updates, and community perspectives to help donors, nonprofits, and partners understand emerging needs and how Galveston is responding. Read the Latest How can you Get Involved? Your support fuels collaboration, strengthens local nonprofits, and helps Galveston respond to challenges with coordination and care. Give Get Help Get Involved

General Population
Local (City/County Level)
Grantmaking & Regranting

Annual Revenue

$743,371

Known Funders

17

Grants Received

45

Financial History

YearRevenueExpensesAssets
2024$743,371$764,541$1,545,553
2023$526,673$606,409$1,660,797
2022$536,359$514,295$1,772,458
2021$978,703$1,114,537$1,762,493
2020$1,442,645$1,843,035$1,865,820
2019$1,495,504$1,261,076$2,330,091
2015$641,367$601,599$2,106,699
2014$725,551$716,239$1,819,071

Top Funders

$250,000 (2021)
$100,000 (2021)
$50,750 (2024)
$50,000 (2024)
$50,000 (2021)
$50,000 (2021)
$35,000 (2023)
$35,000 (2024)
$25,000 (2021)

Showing top 10 of 17 funders.

Key Personnel

From 2024 IRS 990 filing

L

LINDSEY WHITE

EXECUTIVE DI

Officer
J

JENNIFER LAMM

BOARD PRESID

Officer
K

KENT ETIENNE JR

PAST PRESIDE

Officer
N

NEIL HOOVER

BOARD TREASU

Officer
Z

ZAHRAH EKTEFAEI

BOARD SECRET

Officer
B

BRYAN KUNZ

BOARD MEMBER

A

APRIL CICCARELLO

BOARD MEMBER

K

KEVIN DILLOW

BOARD MEMBER

H

HOLLY HOPKINS

BOARD MEMBER

N

NEIL MURPHY

BOARD MEMBER

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