Union Plus Education Foundation
Accepts applications
Union Plus Education Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $215,700 in 216 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$215,700
- Number of grants216
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$121,067
Giving in 2024 was down from $215,800 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $215,800 | 213 | $91,597 |
| 2024 | $215,700 | 216 | $121,067 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2024 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Unionplusorgbenefitseducationunion- 1100 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (202) 293-5330 |
| What to submit | All applications must be submitted on the union plus website. |
| Deadlines | A complete application must be received before noon on january 31st of the scholarship year. |
| Restrictions | The award is limited to current and retired members of unions that participate in any union plus program, their spouses and their dependent children (as defined by IRS regulations). At least one year of continuous union membership by the applicant, applicant's spouse or parent (if applicant is a dependent). The one year membership minimum must be satisfied by may 31. |
What Union Plus Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 36 states, the most to California. It also paid $500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 42 | $40,350 |
| New York | 25 | $31,950 |
| Illinois | 31 | $28,400 |
| New Jersey | 14 | $13,850 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $9,100 |
| Ohio | 7 | $8,050 |
| Washington | 9 | $7,100 |
| Maryland | 4 | $6,000 |
| Kentucky | 5 | $5,650 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $5,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,050 |
Officers and trustees
- Mitchell Stevens
- Stephen Goldsmith
Questions people ask
Does Union Plus Education Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: A complete application must be received before noon on january 31st of the scholarship year.
How much does Union Plus Education Foundation give?
$215,700 in tax year 2024, across 216 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Union Plus Education Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mitchell Stevens (Trustee) and Stephen Goldsmith (Trustee).
What does Union Plus Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.