United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN)'s second annual Youth United Contest opens November 1, 2024, to high school seniors across the organization’s service area (Iron Range, Koochiching County, and Lake of the Woods County).

The contest will award up to $10,000 in scholarships among students who answer the question, “what do you see as the biggest need or challenge in your community, and what are your thoughts on how UWNEMN or similar groups can meet that need or address that challenge?”

Applications for United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (UWNEMN)’s 2025 grant funding opens to local nonprofits November 1st.

Since 1966, UWNEMN has raised funds in the community to reinvest in local nonprofit agencies and programs. Last year, donations to UWNEMN supported 61 nonprofits, including all regional food shelves and libraries with summer reading programs.

Erin Shay is the executive director of United Way of Northeastern Minnesota. This month, she celebrates her 20^th year working for our organization.

Rock Ridge Public Schools (RRPS)’ Career Academies recently received a $10,000 boost from United Way.