Nonprofit · EIN 91-0650669
UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY
Tax-exempt · TACOMA, WA 98402
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $6,859,905 | $7,811,375 | -$951,470 | $17,466,785 | $372,036 | $17,094,749 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $7,684,653 | $8,143,511 | -$458,858 | $17,749,545 | $725,815 | $17,023,730 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $7,897,303 | $6,400,567 | $1,496,736 | $17,078,616 | $292,091 | $16,786,525 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $5,900,667
- of which government grants
- $2,260,679
- Program service revenue
- $353,500
- Investment income
- $575,203
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $21,401
- Other revenue
- $30,535
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $2,889,286
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $634,911
- Other salaries and wages
- $2,081,766
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $3,323,697
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $39,383
- Occupancy
- $371,307
- Travel
- $34,386
- Depreciation
- $182,709
- Program services (functional)
- $6,287,973
- Management and general (functional)
- $578,624
- Fundraising (functional)
- $944,778
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $17,749,545
- Total assets, end of year
- $17,466,785
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $372,036
- Net assets, end of year
- $17,094,749
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $2,268,380
- Publicly traded securities
- $11,121,861
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $14,946,772
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $2,147,977
- Gross receipts
- $8,297,079
- Employees
- 41
- Volunteers
- 891
- Year formed
- 1921
- State of legal domicile
- WA
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dona Ponepinto | President and Chief Executive Officer Officer | 50 | $216,256 | $26,628 |
| Annie Frisbie | Chief Development Officer Highest-paid employee | 50 | $129,374 | $17,534 |
| Peter J Grignon | Sr VP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer Officer | 50 | $113,064 | $22,724 |
| Jackie Flowers | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| AJ Gordon | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Griffus | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Grover | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sebrena Chambers | Past Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Beth Johnson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tanisha Jumper | Secretary Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Shasta Kelley | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Andy Larson | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Nathe Lawver | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Georgia Lomax | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Joe Martinez | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
17 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renee McClain | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tim Holmes | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Mark Pinto | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Faaluaina Pritchard | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Archi Sharma | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Grant Twyman | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Eli Taylor | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tina Vasen | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Eileen Walker | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| James Walton | Director - Emeritus Non Voting Trustee or director | 0.05 | $0 |
| Amanda Westbrooke | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Kent Roberts | Director - Emeritus Non Voting Trustee or director | 0.05 | $0 |
| Anthony Stancil | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jacqueline Justice | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jeff Mincheff | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Yelda Bryant | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Pamela Chandran | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 27 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dona Ponepinto | President and Chief Executive Officer Officer | 50 | $206,257 | $24,599 |
| Peter J Grignon | Sr VP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer Officer | 50 | $109,746 | $22,179 |
| Annie Frisbie | Chief Development Officer Highest-paid employee | 50 | $119,855 | $9,793 |
| Louis Cooper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jackie Flowers | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Griffus | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Grover | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Harlow | Past Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Beth Johnson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tanisha Jumper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Shasta Kelley | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Andy Larson | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Nathe Lawver | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Georgia Lomax | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Joe Martinez | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Renee McClain | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tim Holmes | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mark Pinto | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Faaluaina Pritchard | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Archi Sharma | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Grant Twyman | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Eli Taylor | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tina Vasen | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Eileen Walker | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| James Walton | Director - Emeritus Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Sebrena Chambers | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kent Roberts | Director - Emeritus Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 26 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dona Ponepinto | President and Chief Executive Officer Officer | 50 | $206,247 | $23,320 |
| Peter J Grignon | Sr VP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer Officer | 50 | $103,945 | $20,356 |
| Jarrett Brunny | Vice President of Community Impact Highest-paid employee | 50 | $109,171 | $13,621 |
| Louis Cooper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jackie Flowers | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Griffus | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Stuart Grover | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve Harlow | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Beth Johnson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tanisha Jumper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Shasta Kelley | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Andy Larson | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Nathe Lawver | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Georgia Lomax | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Joe Martinez | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Renee McClain | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kristie Nockleby | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mark Pinto | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Faaluaina Pritchard | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jon Rossman | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Carla Santorno | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Eli Taylor | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tina Vasen | Secretary Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Eileen Walker | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| James Walton | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sebrena Chambers | Chair Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1501 PACIFIC AVE, TACOMA, WA 98402-3302
- In care of
- % UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Dona Ponepinto, 1501 Pacific Avenue 4th Floor, Tacoma, WA 98402
- Signed the 990
- Dona Ponepinto, President and CEO
- Phone
- (253) 272-4263
- Website
- www.uwpc.org
Mission
We mobilize and unite the caring power of Pierce County to tackle our community's toughest challenges to improve lives in measurable and lasting ways. Our bold goal is to lift 15,000 households out of poverty in Pierce County by 2028.
Program accomplishments
- Community Impact Program: In 2017 we made a bold goal to lift 15,000 household out of poverty by 2028. This takes a community wide effort of forming collaborations, agreeing on key measurements and tracking indicators with nonprofits, government, educators and businesses. 14,802 families have moved toward self-sufficency since we set this bold goal. Highlights in this area: Through grants from various collaborative partners, we offered Individual Development Accounts (IDA) which is a matched savings program where a participant builds assets for reliable transportation, education, debt reduction, start a business or steps towards home ownership. 184 individuals participated. The IDA program resulted in $1,318,908 of assets built. (source annual report). Our second cash assistance program served 190 families who received $500 a month for 12 months. Participants gained access to financial coaching, budgeting tools and workforce training. The impact goes beyond the numbers. Participants shared how the extra money allowed them to return to school, start a small business and spend more with their children. These are not just short-term gains-they are life-changing shifts that strengthen families and the broader community.Expenses $2,159,178
- Community impact grants of $680,000 were distributed to various nonprofit agencies providing programs that help reduce poverty in Pierce County Washington. Grants are reviewed by staff and volunteers before being submitted to the United Way Board for approval. Capacity grants of $502,750 were given to 6 community partners providing finance and job coaches for our Centers for Strong Families (CSF) model. Individuals improve their financial condition, get better jobs and access to benefits. 1,000 individuals were served via CSF. 152 increased their income, 164 increased their net worth and 151 improved their credit score. The organization also distributed other grants of $361,066 that were donor designated to poverty reduction activities and $42,850 of board designated funds for emerging community needs.Expenses $1,586,666 · grants $1,586,666
- 211 is a free and confidential service that connects people with critical resources helping to stabilize individuals in Pierce, Thurston and Lewis counties. 211 became part of a statewide system in October of 2025. As a result of that we formed Access Pierce serving Pierce County where navigators who are experts in the areas of transportation, behavioral health, basic food, housing and early learning assist individuals to fill needs. 3,365 calls were answered in the last quarter of 2025. An example of an individual being helped by this program: A pregnant 18-year-old student faced a housing crisis and United Way staff responded immediately securing emergency shelter and guiding her through the process of qualifying for a low-income apartment. This resulted in stable housing for both mother and child.Expenses $1,103,400
- Betye Martin Baker Human Service Center: Since 1995 our mission has been to offer other nonprofits significantly below market rent so they can put more money back into their missions. The service center is funded from tenant rents and capital campaign grants for major projects. Our aim is to have tenant rents 30% below market with the daycare at 70%. Reduced rents saved tenants approximately $343,327. Major upgrades in 2025 included the modernization of two elevators and adding disability access to the three entrances.Expenses $540,262
- Donor Voice Program provides donors the opportunity to designate their gift to other charities. All charities are verified as to their nonprofit status and compliance with the Patriot Act.Expenses $489,754
- Gifts in Kind: This program receives donations from companies and individuals and then gives those products out to other nonprofits to give to their low-income clients. United Way does not charge for this program. Examples of products received and distributed include diapers, gloves, paper products, small household appliances new and lightly used clothing and bedding. From time-to-time local entertainment venues donate tickets. Of the total program costs of $208,162, $117,578 were goods distributed to the community with the remaining $45,274 spent to run the program.Expenses $162,852
- Volunteer Engagement: United Way connects volunteers with other nonprofits. It also utilized volunteers in our own activities such as our MLK Day of Service, United Way Day of Action and our Summer reading and food program. We engaged 709 volunteers in 2,014 hours of service, including corporate teams that participated in MLK Month of Service, various Hygiene Kit projects and Summer of Action Snack Pack activities.Expenses $175,154
- United Way Worldwide Dues Program Support: Provides for educational opportunities, strategic direction, advocacy support and the concept of local community impact to assist our various program activities.Expenses $70,707
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 91-0650669
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1953
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations (T70Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $17,466,785
- Income (IRS master file)
- $8,297,079
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $6,859,905 | $7,811,375 | $17,466,785 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $7,684,653 | $8,143,511 | $17,749,545 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $7,897,303 | $6,400,567 | $17,078,616 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $6,788,060 | $6,193,461 | $14,858,100 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 91-0650669).
Questions about UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY
- What is the EIN of UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY is 91-0650669.
- Is UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1953.
- Are donations to UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Dona Ponepinto.
- Who are the officers and directors of UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 32 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $216,256 (Dona Ponepinto, President and Chief Executive Officer).
- How much revenue does UNITED WAY OF PIERCE COUNTY have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $6,859,905, expenses of $7,811,375 and total assets of $17,466,785 at year end.
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