Respond, Recover, Reimagine, and Rebuild

The United Way R4 Grants, administered by the United Way of Marshall County, are designed to provide flexible resources to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working within Marshall County, Indiana. The central mission of these grants is to ensure that basic needs and essential services are being addressed, especially for the county’s most vulnerable individuals and families. The updated R4 grant process, standing for Respond, Recover, Reimagine, and Rebuild, is part of United Way’s broader commitment to community resilience and supporting ALICE households—those who are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed. The focus is on delivering support to working families that may not qualify for other forms of assistance yet still struggle to meet basic needs. The United Way of Marshall County (UWMC) has a longstanding history of supporting community organizations and driving resources to improve local conditions. With this R4 initiative, the grantmaking aims to fill critical gaps in existing services and expand organizational capacity to meet needs as they evolve. Eligible organizations may submit proposals for both operational and program support, and applications from collaborative initiatives are welcomed. This approach acknowledges the varied and interconnected needs across the community, spanning beyond food, shelter, rent, utilities, clothing, and medical care to other factors considered social determinants of health. Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations operating in Marshall County. The grant is not open to individuals, government bodies, for-profit businesses, or organizations outside Marshall County. Both organizational and collaborative initiatives are considered, with emphasis on proposals that demonstrate the ability to directly address basic needs and show a clear impact on the community, particularly for ALICE families. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with the grant application remaining open to allow organizations to respond to emerging or changing needs in real time. There is no stated closing date or award date, reflecting the funder’s commitment to adaptability. Proposals are evaluated based on the extent to which they address gaps in services, their potential for impact, their alignment with the R4 framework, and their contribution to community priorities such as Healthy Communities, Youth Opportunity, Financial Security, and Community Resiliency. Required application materials include a completed United Way R4 Grant Application, which is accessible at the UWMC website. The application process involves describing the organization’s mission, the community need being addressed, the proposed use of funds, anticipated outcomes, and how the proposal aligns with the R4 priorities. Contact for questions or support with the application is available through Linda Yoder, Executive Director, at United Way of Marshall County. The office is located at 2680 Miller Dr, Ste 120, PO Box 392, Plymouth, IN 46563, and can be reached at 574.936.3366. There is no mention of email contact or online submission requirements in the provided materials. While no maximum or minimum award amounts are specified, and no matching funds are required, funding is prioritized for initiatives that make a direct case for improving social determinants of health in Marshall County. Previous recipients are not listed in the provided information, nor are there specified deadlines for letters of intent, pre-applications, or Q&A periods. The application portal will remain open as long as funds are available and community needs persist, reinforcing the funder’s commitment to responsive, community-centered grantmaking.