Each year, United Way invites organizations to apply for annual certification. UWSHR certification demonstrates to the public that an agency has met a robust set of standards covering three fundamental areas: governance, financial health & management, and strategy & mission alignment.
Certification is a one-year classification – and not a grant funding opportunity – that United Way of South Hampton Roads offers to local nonprofits that have a direct, substantial presence in UWSHR’s service area. The Certification process is intended to maintain fiduciary responsibility to our donors. All certified agencies have access to the full list of benefits that certification offers. When an agency is approved for certification, this status is active for a year from the approval.
Please visit our e-Cimpact Portal by clicking the link below to apply for certification. The “Resource Center” has instructions for setting up an account.
– Tuesday, September 1, 2026: Application Portal Opens
– Monday, September 7, 2026: Technical Assistance Opens
– Friday, September 18, 2026: Technical Assistant Closes
– Wednesday, September 30, 2026 (11:59PM EST): Application Portal Closes
Agencies will be notified on application status by end of November 2026.
