Effingham, Illinois – United Way of Effingham County has released the application to receive funding from the 2026 Campaign. Agencies requesting funds must be non-profit organizations with a 501(c)(3) certificate and provide health and human services within Effingham County.
Agencies who received funding from the 2025 Campaign will be automatically sent the application to reapply for funding. Any other organization who wishes to apply should reach out to Emily Hille, Executive Director for United Way of Effingham County at (217) 342-3824 or email emily@effinghamunitedway.org. Completed applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026.
In addition to completing the application, agencies will be asked to give a short presentation to the United Way Grants Committee demonstrating the purpose of their organization and how the requested funds would be used. Presentation dates are June 1st and June 3rd from 5:30PM – 8:00PM.
The United Way of Effingham County has been working hard to identify the ever-changing needs and make a difference in the community for over 65 years. To learn more, visit www.effinghamunitedway.org.
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