Greensboro Virus Relief Fund Grants for Non Profits

United Way of Greater Greensboro has partnered with several local organizations to provide a coordinated response to children and families impacted by COVID-19. The Greensboro Virus Relief Fund provides grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit agencies to address six priority areas:
Food insecurities, such as homebound seniors and families with children
Education interruptions, such as children in early Head-Start through postsecondary
Employment reductions, such as reduced hours, layoffs and furlough
Housing vulnerabilities, such as rental assistance and shelters for homeless
Medical access, such as transportation or those in need of homebound supports
Business disruption, such as resources for small business community
Donors
Nearly $800,000 has been raised for the fund so far. Donations may be made online or by texting "Virus" to 40403.
Applicants
501(c)(3) organizations can apply on the United Way's website.
Applications are processed weekly. Apply by 1 p.m. on Monday for consideration that week.
Grant recipients will be notified on Fridays.
The United Way aims to cut checks within 24 hours of an organization returning its signed grant agreement.
Recipient organizations will submit monthly reports to the United Way on how the money is helping people in our community.