United Way of Northeastern Minnesota invests in nonprofits across the region, operates our own programming, and collaborates when possible to help local people and communities thrive in the following focus areas:

Join us as we build a stronger, healthier, more compassionate, UNITED community!

Any size company can partner with UWNEMN; whether you have a few employees or hundreds, you can make a difference!

UWNEMN's work in the region is fueled by local workplaces and community partners, many of whom have shared their support through local billboard ads!

If your company/organization is interested in being featured on a UWNEMN billboard, please contact katy@unitedwaynemn.org.

United Way of Northeastern Minnesota programs and services are available to individuals living or working on the Iron Range, in Koochiching County, and in Lake of the Woods County

United Way of Northeastern Minnesota recognizes our most generous donors through our Leadership Giving levels.

While every gift made to United Way celebrates a spirit of generosity, the members of our Leadership Giving exemplify a unique passion and commitment. We gratefully acknowledge this very important group of contributors who help preserve and shape the future of our community.

“The greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it.” - William James

The United Way of NE MN Forever Fund was created in 1998 through the generosity of Katherine “Katie” Ware, a long time resident of Virginia, MN, who left our organization a $411,000 gift upon her passing.  To make the most meaningful impact with her gift, an endowment (Forever Fund) was created to help strengthen families and care for our own in a more permanent way.