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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


Yellow, orange, and blue color blocks in background. In foreground: United Way of Northeastern Minnesota Youth United Contest. Photos of students celebrating.
United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN)’s third annual Youth United Contest opens November 1, 2025, to high school seniors across the…
2025-2026 UWNEMN Board President Chad Buus smiles wearing a suit and tie.
Storytelling is critical for communication, learning, and connecting with each other. It allows us to see and hold different perspectives and share…
Lunch Buddies mentor and mentee play a game
Two new schools – Greenhaven Elementary in Hibbing and Washington Elementary in Ely –  are partnering with United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (…

Latest News and updates

Yellow, orange, and blue color blocks in background. In foreground: United Way of Northeastern Minnesota Youth United Contest. Photos of students celebrating.
United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN)’s third annual Youth United Contest opens November 1, 2025, to high school seniors across the…
2025-2026 UWNEMN Board President Chad Buus smiles wearing a suit and tie.
Storytelling is critical for communication, learning, and connecting with each other. It allows us to see and hold different perspectives and share…
Lunch Buddies mentor and mentee play a game
Two new schools – Greenhaven Elementary in Hibbing and Washington Elementary in Ely –  are partnering with United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (…
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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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04Dec

$100 tickets are on sale NOW for UWNEMN's annual cash raffle to support its Buddy Backpacks program.

Call or text 218-295-2424, email elizabeth@unitedwaynemn.org, or visit our office at 608 East Drive, Chisholm MN, 55719, to get your tickets while they last.

THEN find out if you're a big winner while enjoying free appetizers and…

6:00PM - 8:00PM
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