UNITED WAY OF IRC | NOW ACCEPTING LETTERS OF INTENT FOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sarah Tucci
United Way of Indian River County
(772) 567-8900, ext. 111
United Way of Indian River County Now Accepting Letters of Intent for Education Programs
VERO BEACH, November 2, 2026 – United Way of Indian River County (UWIRC) is pleased to announce the opening of the application period for grant funding in the Education Impact Area through the Community Investment Process. Established with the goal of supporting high-performing nonprofit organizations aligned with UWIRC's strategic priorities of Education, Financial Stability, and Health, this grant opportunity seeks to enhance the well-being of our local community.
UWIRC operates on a two-year funding cycle and is currently accepting proposals from organizations serving Indian River County residents. Eligible applicants are required to demonstrate measurable participant progress based on outcomes and indicators set forth by UWIRC in one of the following Education Areas:
- Early Learning – All children are nurtured by caregivers who promote early learning and development to prepare them for kindergarten.
- School Success – All children succeed and achieve in school. Students will continue to stay on track for High School Readiness.
- Graduate for Success – Students graduate high school on time, prepared for continuing education, work, and life.
Interested agencies are required to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) by 4:00 PM on December 2, 2026, for consideration in the Community Investment Process. LOIs must be submitted electronically through United Way's web-based grant platform, e-CImpact. Following the review of all submitted LOIs, agencies will be notified if they are approved to move forward in the grant process.
For access to the Funding Eligibility Guidebook and the e-CImpact system, visit unitedwayirc.org/apply-for-a-grant/. Additional questions should be directed to Director of Community Impact, Deana Shatley at deana.shatley@unitedwayirc.org
Application Deadline for Letters of Intent: 4:00 PM on December 2, 2026.
About United Way of Indian River County
United Way of Indian River County (UWIRC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that mobilizes the caring power of our community by bringing people, partners, and resources together to address local challenges and create lasting solutions. Through investments in local programs, direct service initiatives, and strategic partnerships, we help households become more secure and prepared by working year-round to improve health, education, financial stability, and resilience, creating opportunities for people to thrive, and ensuring Indian River County can respond at the speed of need.
United Way of Indian River County (UWIRC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that mobilizes the caring power of our community by bringing people, partners, and resources together to address local challenges and create lasting solutions. Through investments in local programs, direct service initiatives, and strategic partnerships, we help households become more secure and prepared by working year-round to improve health, education, financial stability, and resilience, creating opportunities for people to thrive, and ensuring Indian River County can respond at the speed of need.
For more information about your local United Way, please call (772) 567-8900 or visit our website, UnitedWayIRC.org.
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