Since 1966, United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN) has been a volunteer based organization serving the needs of Northeastern Minnesota. We follow the United Way of America’s agenda for lasting change by supporting non-profit partner agencies in these three key areas: Meeting Basic Needs, Supporting Health and Independence, and Nurturing Children and Families. The UWNEMN was formed to serve the needs of the entire Northeastern region and create a more cohesive organization. Previously, there were multiple United Way organizations working in small communities competing for dollars from companies that drew employees from numerous towns. By forming one United Way there is a more efficient use of donor's money and more agencies are able to receive funding. UWNEMN currently supports sixty partner agencies throughout Northeastern Minnesota. Last year, over 148,657 individuals received assistance.
