United Way of Greater St Louis Inc
90% goes to programs $8 to raise $100 Strong reserves Declining revenue
United Way of Greater St Louis Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Saint Louis, Missouri, registered in 1957, with $68,551,203 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 90% of spending to programs.
910 N 11th St, Saint Louis, MO, 63101 EIN 43-0714167 Since 1957
Revenue (FY2024)
$68.6M
▼ 15.8% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$70.6M
Net assets
$100.3M
Employees
171
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating90% to programs · $8 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For United Way of Greater St Louis Inc: 90% to programs · $8 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating17 mo reserves · -3% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For United Way of Greater St Louis Inc: 17 mo reserves · -3% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For United Way of Greater St Louis Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For United Way of Greater St Louis Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
United way of greater st. louis mobilizes the community with one goal in mind - helping people live their best possible lives.
What they do
Program: early child and youth success --- description: when kids are safe, nurtured, and ready to learn, they are more likely to graduate, succeed, and become productive citizens. services provided in this impact area include child welfare, early childhood education, and k-12 & out-of-schooltime. --- number of clients served: 146,726 youths were equipped with the academic tools and confidence to succeed, 24,591 parents received the tools to better nurture their children's development. - [200 - grants]
Program: health and well-being --- description: being healthy is vital for children to grow and develop, and for adults to live a full and productive quality of life. services provided in this area include access to healthcare, behavioral health and substance abuse, disability services, and physical health. --- number of clients served: 440,236 individuals accessed quality healthcare services, 410,900 individuals prioritized and received mental health care needed for healing and growth. - [203 - grants]
Program: basic needs --- description: by supporting people's basic needs, we are helping people now so they can be better positioned to become independent later. services provided in this impact area include crisis intervention, food security, housing security, and legal assistance. --- number of clients served: 418,964 individuals had their essential needs met. 50,562 individuals secured safe, affordable housing.- [145 - grants]
Contact & location
- Address
- 910 N 11th St, Saint Louis, MO, 63101
- City
- Saint Louis
- State
- Missouri
- Subcategory
- Federated Giving Programs
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $76.8M (FY2013) to $68.6M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $22.2MNet assets $100.3M
Operating margin
-2.9%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$122.5M
Total liabilities
$22.2M
Net assets
$100.3M
Salaries & benefits
$11.1M
16% of expenses
Board members
105
105 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $68,551,203▼15.8% | $70,567,199▼13.9% | $100,324,203▲2.9% | $122,483,217▼0.6% | 990 |
| 2023 | $81,405,995▲0.8% | $81,935,135▲3.4% | $97,505,046▲5.8% | $123,279,019▲2.9% | 990 |
| 2022 | $80,734,769▼3.4% | $79,239,051▲2.8% | $92,196,173▲10.5% | $119,826,323▲4.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $83,585,264▼3.3% | $77,106,330▲0.5% | $83,462,234▼7.0% | $114,175,989▼6.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $86,458,267▼0.9% | $76,696,125▼12.3% | $89,735,843▲38.5% | $121,772,728▲19.1% | 990 |
| 2019 | $87,215,939▼11.3% | $87,451,925▼10.4% | $64,782,021▼2.9% | $102,240,089▲0.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $98,379,972▲14.2% | $97,578,607▲12.5% | $66,697,079▲0.1% | $102,060,971▲2.8% | 990 |
| 2017 | $86,140,117▲4.2% | $86,702,764▲11.2% | $66,603,804▲4.5% | $99,318,957▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2016 | $82,665,343▲4.2% | $77,966,192▼1.6% | $63,709,110▲19.5% | $97,804,654▲6.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $79,309,075▼0.3% | $79,264,883▲3.8% | $53,313,384▼5.6% | $91,737,650▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2014 | $79,510,427▲3.5% | $76,396,954▲4.4% | $56,456,263▲5.5% | $90,351,083▲2.0% | 990 |
| 2013 | $76,805,665 | $73,153,426▼3.0% | $53,488,297▲20.7% | $88,616,512▲10.6% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $75,433,739▲1.9% | $44,316,509▲10.3% | $80,096,799▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $73,995,926▲5.1% | $40,171,103▼1.7% | $76,047,550▲0.5% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $70,431,259▲2.8% | $40,878,371▲48.4% | $75,645,044▲20.2% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $68,529,575 | $27,548,113 | $62,934,073 | 990 |
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Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Michelle Tucker — $446,048 (0.63% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Tucker | President-ceo | 55 | $446,048 |
| Heather Dawson | Chief of Staff | 48 | $187,629 |
| Regina Greer | Svp of Community Partnerships | 48 | $179,914 |
| Vander H Corliss | Cfo | 48 | $179,688 |
| Shuntae Shields-ryan | Chief of Communications | 48 | $171,973 |
| Mary Mcmurtrey | Svp of Philanthropy | 48 | $142,515 |
| Dorianne Vogt | Svp of Campaign Performance & Optimization | 48 | $126,916 |
| Beth Sare | Vp of Human Resources | 48 | $123,772 |
| Daiva Rutsch | Vp of Finance & Controller | 48 | $114,188 |
| Linda Harris | Vp of Impact Strategies & Systems Change | 48 | $111,276 |
| Abel Anderson | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Alan M Meyer | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Alonzo Byrd | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Amy Fields | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Amy Hunter | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Andrea Jackson Jennings | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Andrea Lynn Barry | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Andrew S Davidson | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Ann Beatty Phd | Cmte Chair Member | 2 | — |
| Armando Siliceo Roman | Board Member | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Upic Solutions | It - Hosting/maint.training | $461,995 |
| Direct Interactions Inc | Call Center Coverage | $158,310 |
Grants received · $81.9M total
264 grants to United Way of Greater St Louis Inc totaling $81.9M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $1,303,299 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $809,010 |
| St Louis Community Foundation Incorporated | Designated support for organizations as detailed on the attached spreadsheet., for the 100 neediest cases 2024 fund drive. all benefits are declined to ensure this grant is entirely charitable., 2024 alexis de tocqueville circle giving. all membership benefits of tangible value are declined, such that the grant may be entirely charitable | 2024 | $770,970 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $224,195 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Community & human services | 2024 | $141,000 |
| Bjc Health System | Support the community with shelter, food & emergency disasters. | 2024 | $132,927 |
| Ayco Charitable Foundation | Community & human services | 2024 | $47,116 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $44,344 |
| Give Back Foundation | Program support | 2024 | $37,921 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Programatic support | 2024 | $34,600 |
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | Programatic support | 2024 | $34,600 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $31,250 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $30,500 |
| Greater Kansas City Community Foundation | Public, societal benefit | 2024 | $27,529 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Philanthropy | 2024 | $26,950 |
Grants made · $47.8M in FY2024
294 grants totaling $47.8M in FY2024 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by United Way of Greater St Louis Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban League of Metropolitan St Louis | Ccs-community stability and crisis response; awd-community stability and crisis response; all-community stability and crisis response; ttp-community stability and crisis response | $2,101,670 |
| American National Red Cross | Awd-community stability and crisis response; all-community stability and crisis response | $1,600,000 |
| Provident Inc | Ccs-health and well-being; all-community stability and crisis response; all-health and well-being | $1,501,785 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Ccs-early childhood and youth services; all-early childhood and youth services; ttp-early childhood and youth services | $1,302,512 |
| Entertainment Industry Foundation | Ccs-community stability and crisis response | $1,205,000 |
| Gateway Region Young Mens Christian Association | Ccs-health and well-being; all-community stability and crisis response | $1,181,916 |
| The Salvation Army | Awd-basic needs; all-basic needs; ttp-basic needs | $1,032,207 |
| Jazz St Louis | Ccs-health and well-being | $992,500 |
| St Patrick Center | Ccs-basic needs; awd-basic needs; all-basic needs; ttp-basic needs | $895,231 |
| Young Womens Christian Association of Metropolitan St Louis Missouri | Awd-basic needs; all-basic needs | $872,056 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Ccs-health and well-being; all-health and well-being; ttp-health and well-being | $815,611 |
| St Louis Arc Inc | Ccs-community stability and crisis response; all-community stability and crisis response | $767,770 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St Louis Inc | Ccs-early childhood and youth services; awd-early childhood and youth services; all-early childhood and youth services; ttp-early childhood and youth services | $663,437 |
| St Louis Area Food Bank Inc | Ccs-basic needs; awd-basic needs; all-basic needs; ttp-basic needs | $646,371 |
| Beyond Housing Inc | Ccs-community stability and crisis response | $614,705 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is United Way of Greater St Louis Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. United Way of Greater St Louis Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 43-0714167, based in Saint Louis, Missouri. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is United Way of Greater St Louis Inc's EIN?
- United Way of Greater St Louis Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 43-0714167.
- How much revenue does United Way of Greater St Louis Inc report?
- United Way of Greater St Louis Inc reported $68,551,203 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of United Way of Greater St Louis Inc's spending goes to programs?
- United Way of Greater St Louis Inc spends about 90% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does United Way of Greater St Louis Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades United Way of Greater St Louis Inc A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does United Way of Greater St Louis Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on United Way of Greater St Louis Inc's latest Form 990 is $446,048, paid to Michelle Tucker (President-ceo).
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Data for United Way of Greater St Louis Inc (EIN 43-0714167) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.