United Way Awards Community Impact Grants to Carroll County Organizations

CARROLL COUNTY — McKenzie-Carroll County United Neighbors and WRAP are among 48 nonprofit agencies receiving funding through United Way of West Tennessee’s Community Impact Grant program for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

United Way awarded $562,238 through the competitive grant program across its West Tennessee service area. The funding will support 58 programs, including services aimed at addressing food access, recovery services, basic assistance and opportunities for children and families.

Nonprofit agencies apply annually for Community Impact Grant funding. Applications are reviewed by Community Impact Application Review Boards made up of volunteers from participating counties. The local boards determine which programs receive funding, allowing each county’s allocated dollars to remain within that community.

“Our Community Impact Grants show what is possible when a community works together,” said Legon Roberson, chief community investments officer. “We are grateful to the campaign partners and donors who make these investments possible, as well as the local volunteers who thoughtfully review each application. Together, they are helping nonprofits meet critical needs and create lasting change throughout West Tennessee.”

The $562,238 awarded through the Community Impact Grant process represents one portion of United Way of West Tennessee’s broader community investment supported by its annual campaign.

Established in 1941, United Way of West Tennessee serves 15 counties and focuses on health, youth opportunity, financial stability and community resiliency.

For more information about United Way of West Tennessee, visit uwwt.org.