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United Way of Northeastern Minnesota invests in nonprofits, programs, and collaborations that equip and empower, creating opportunities for people to thrive in our communities.

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Healthy Community

Improving health and well-being for all.

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Youth Opportunity

Helping young people realize their full potential.

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Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.

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Financial Security

Building a stronger financial future for each generation.

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Here to Help


United Way of Northeastern Minnesota invests in nonprofits, programs, and collaborations that equip and empower, creating opportunities for people to thrive in our communities.

Man sitting with dental hygenist

Healthy Community

Improving health and well-being for all.

female teacher with young student at art table.

Youth Opportunity

Helping young people realize their full potential.

woman loading car with supplies

Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.

group of volunteers

Financial Security

Building a stronger financial future for each generation…

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Latest News and Updates


2025-2026 Board President Chad Buus
2026 is a special year for the United Way of Northeastern Minnesota as we will be celebrating our 60th anniversary. In the past 60 years we have…
Volunteers hold "United is the Way" signs surrounded by boxes of non-perishable food soon to be packed into Buddy Backpacks at UWNEMN's Chisholm warehouse.
It’s been more than 15 years since a meeting between former United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN) executive director Shelley Valentini and…
Photo of UWNEMN Board Member Jack Furlong on left; on right, on blue background is UWNEMN logo and the words Financial Planning 101
As the year draws to a close, it's a great time to review your financial plans and consider the impact of charitable giving.  Donating appreciated…

Latest News and updates

2025-2026 Board President Chad Buus
2026 is a special year for the United Way of Northeastern Minnesota as we will be celebrating our 60th anniversary. In the past 60 years we have…
Volunteers hold "United is the Way" signs surrounded by boxes of non-perishable food soon to be packed into Buddy Backpacks at UWNEMN's Chisholm warehouse.
It’s been more than 15 years since a meeting between former United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN) executive director Shelley Valentini and…
Photo of UWNEMN Board Member Jack Furlong on left; on right, on blue background is UWNEMN logo and the words Financial Planning 101
As the year draws to a close, it's a great time to review your financial plans and consider the impact of charitable giving.  Donating appreciated…
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How We've Helped

3,804+

volunteer hours invested in the community.

$2,672,022

raised to support our programs & partners.

117,652

local people impacted by your generosity.
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Light blue background, bingo balls in foreground. In white box: Bingo Night to support UWNEMN's United for Veterans, presented by Paul Bunyan Communications
25Feb

The International Falls VFW is hosting Bingo Night in support of United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's United for Veterans program for the fourth year in a row!

Open to the public, but space is limited. Must be 18+ to play.

10 games for $25 to win high end prizes while supporting local veterans. PLUS more chances to win with two…

5:00PM - 9:00PM
1416 3rd Ave, International Falls, Minnesota 56649