United Way funds available for local programs promoting independence

United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is requesting proposals to partner in delivering programs that help individuals and/or families living in New London County be financially stable. As part of United Way’s partnership with selected programs, funding will be provided for one year to pursue and accomplish the goals identified by United Way. The maximum award amount is $20,000.

The 2016 ALICE Report confirmed that 33 percent of households living in New London County could not afford basic needs such as housing, child care, food, health care, and transportation. As part of United Way’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by families and individuals that struggle to make ends meet, the request for proposal is being made available to increase financial stability for those living in New London County.

Partner organizations will be expected to provide regular updates on the accomplishments of funded programs and meet periodically with United Way Community Investment Teams to discuss strategies and progress.

Any 501c3 meeting a health and human service need and located in New London County may apply, including those who do not currently receive funding from United Way, and can be for a new program or the expansion of an existing program. The agency (not the program) must have been in existence for at least three years.

Proposals are due by Friday, July 14, 2017 by 3:00 p.m. You may download an application at www.uwsect.org/promoting-independence-RFP. This page also has more detailed information on eligibility, required documents that must accompany your application, and instructions for hand-delivering an application.

If you have questions, please contact Anne Stockton, Community Impact Director, at (860) 464-3321 or anne.stockton@uwsect.org. About United Way of Southeastern Connecticut
United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is a locally-based non-profit organization supporting a network of 72 health and human services, programs, and initiatives in New London County that work together to help people in need and improve community conditions. Supported programs include early care and education, child development and disabilities, physical and mental health care, crisis intervention, shelter, employment training, emergency/disaster preparation, and response and recovery service.

United Way operates the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center which provides food to 85 free emergency food programs and a Mobile Food Pantry program, at no cost to those in need. United Way supports 2-1-1 Connecticut for free information and referral 24/7 and Project Warm-up for one-time, emergency heating assistance. Visit United Way online at www.uwsect.org to get involved.