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Philanthropy & Grantmaking (T700) IRS Verified DX Registered 990 on File

UNITED WAY OF LINCOLN AND LANCASTER COUNTY

EIN: 47-0376624 · LINCOLN, NE 68506-2882 · United States · FY 2024 Data
3 out of 5 52 / 100 Based on 2+ years of filings
Financial strength (30%) 66/100
Reliability (20%) 55/100
Effectiveness (25%) 85/100
Impact (25%) No data yet
Financial data: FY 2024 · Scored 9/13/2026
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Mission Statement

Mission Our mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of Lincoln and Lancaster County. Vision We envision a community where every individual and family has the opportunity to thrive. Who We Are We bring the community together to close gaps and open opportunities so that all residents of Lincoln and Lancaster County have the opportunity to thrive. By partnering with nonprofit agencies, local businesses and passionate community members we’re finding strength, sharing hope, rallying together in hard times. What We Do The needs in our community are as interconnected as we are. That’s why we invest in local health and human services programs that improve health, expand education and grow financial stability for everyone in Lincoln and Lancaster County. These are the building blocks that form the foundation for a thriving, successful life. Our Impact Areas United Ways across the globe focus on: • Youth Opportunity: helping young people realize their full potential. • Healthy Community: improving health and well-being for all. • Financial Security: creating a stronger financial future for every generation. • Community Resiliency: addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow. In Lincoln and Lancaster County, this looks like a strong focus on Education, Health and Financial Security.

Financial Overview — FY 2024
$7.6M
Total Revenue
$7.5M
Total Expenses
$2.8M
Net Assets
23
Employees
Revenue Sources
Expense Breakdown
Program Expense Ratio 78.3%
Fundraising Efficiency 771.4%
Operating Reserve 4.45x
Liability-to-Asset 75.1%
Revenue Diversification 93.2%
Executive Compensation $276K
Compared with Peers
FY 2024
Compared with 5,337 similar organizations (United States, Philanthropy & Grantmaking, $1M–$10M in expenses), FY 2024.
This organization Middle half of peers (P25–P75) Peer median
Ratio This org Peer median Position (P10 → P90)
Program expense ratio
Program expenses / total expenses · higher is better
78.3% 90.9%
P10P90
Bottom quarter
Admin expense ratio
Management and general / total expenses · lower is better
6.8% 8.3%
P10P90
Above median
Fundraising expense ratio
Fundraising expenses / total expenses · lower is better
15.0% 2.1%
P10P90
Bottom quarter
Fundraising efficiency
Fundraising expenses / gross fundraising income · lower is better
771.4% 148.1%
P10P90
Bottom quarter
Operating reserve
Months of expenses covered by net assets · higher is better
4.5 mo 80.9 mo
P10P90
Bottom quarter
Liabilities to assets
Total liabilities / total assets · lower is better
75.1% 0.0%
P10P90
Bottom quarter
Revenue concentration
Share of revenue from the largest source · lower is better
93.2% 89.7%
P10P90
Below median
Revenue growth
Year over year revenue growth
-4.4% 21.6%
P10P90
Expense growth
Year over year expense growth
-5.2% 9.6%
P10P90
Surplus margin
Surplus as a share of revenue
1.3% 2.5%
P10P90
Financial History
Year Revenue Expenses Net Assets Program % Staff
2024 $7.6M $7.5M $2.8M 78.3% 23
2023 $7.9M $7.9M $2.7M 79.1% 25
2022 $7.8M $7.7M N/A 23
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Organization Details
EIN
47-0376624
State
NE
City
LINCOLN
ZIP
68506-2882
Classification
T700
Category
Philanthropy & Grantmaking
Rating
3★
Coverage
A
Last Updated
Aug 2026
IRS Ruling Year
1923
Foundation Code
15
Form 990
On File
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