UNITED WAY HELPS DISBURSE FEDERAL FUNDS TO LOCAL JASPER COUNTY PROGRAMS

UNITED WAY HELPS DISBURSE FEDERAL FUNDS TO LOCAL JASPER COUNTY PROGRAMS
What:
The United Way of Northwest Indiana (UWNWI) will administer $22,780 from the Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program
(EFSP) to support local food programs in Jasper County
The funds will not be available to individuals.
The award was made by the EFSP National Board, which is chaired by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal
Emergency Management Agency. The EFSP National Board consists of representatives from the American Red Cross, Catholic
Charities USA, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA, The Salvation Army, United Jewish Communities and United
Way of America.
A local board will determine which nonprofit agencies received awards, which can have a significant impact on their
operations.
A local board will determine how the awarded funds will be distributed. Organizations meeting the following requirements are
encouraged to apply.
• Serve in Jasper County
• Be a private nonprofit with a voluntary board or unit of government.
• Demonstrate the capacity to deliver emergency food within the month of December or ability to utilize the funds on
qualified past purchases of food from November 1, 2021 to December 31, 2024
• Be eligible to receive federal funds and have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.
• Be in compliance EFSP (Emergency Food and Shelter Program) to be eligible to receive funds
• Have an accounting system and does not discriminate in their service to the community.

The application deadline is noon on Monday, November 24. Qualified applicants can request an application by contacting
United Way Northwest Indiana at rebecca@unitedwaynwi.org.
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United Way Northwest Indiana 951 Eastport Center Dr. Valparaiso IN 46383
About United Way Northwest Indiana
United Way Northwest Indiana is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lives across Lake,
Porter, Jasper Newton and Starke counties. We have been at the forefront of creating positive community
impact through strategic initiatives in education, financial stability, and health. Our mission is to mobilize the
caring power of our community to advance the common good, tackling local challenges with innovative
solutions and collaborative partnerships.
Through our flagship Level Up Program and community-driven initiatives, United Way Northwest Indiana
strives to foster lasting change and improve the quality of life for all residents. We are committed to building
a stronger, more resilient Northwest Indiana.
For more information on how you can join us in making a difference, visit www.unitedwaynwi.org or follow us
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