Making an Impact


We respond to the greatest needs in our region by inspiring people to get involved, give back, and take action.

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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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Financial Security

Creating a stronger financial future for everyone.

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Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.

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Making an Impact


We respond to the greatest needs in our region by inspiring people to get involved, give back, and take action.

Photo of apples in a clear plastic bag

Healthy Community

Improving health and well-being for all.

Photo of a young boy pulling a book from a bookshelf

Youth Opportunity

Helping young people realize their full potential.

Photo of a white mother with her Latine daughter and son sitting on her lap at a playground

Financial Security

Creating a stronger financial future for everyone.

Photo of a room full of people sitting at tables

Community Resiliency

Addressing urgent needs today for a better tomorrow.

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Latest News and Updates


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  As 2025 draws to a close, so too does our Centennial year. For 100 years, United Way of Southeast Minnesota has been a bridge—not built of steel…
A group of volunteers stand behind a large pile of backpacks, organizing school supplies.
"It’s such a barrier for so many of our students to start the year out right. And having a backpack full of new supplies really puts all kids on an…
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At just 15 years old, Solyana Adane is already a young leader with a clear sense of purpose – shaped by the people around her and the community she…

Latest News and updates

White man in suit smiling.
  As 2025 draws to a close, so too does our Centennial year. For 100 years, United Way of Southeast Minnesota has been a bridge—not built of steel…
A group of volunteers stand behind a large pile of backpacks, organizing school supplies.
"It’s such a barrier for so many of our students to start the year out right. And having a backpack full of new supplies really puts all kids on an…
A portrait of a black teenager in a white dress with red trim.
At just 15 years old, Solyana Adane is already a young leader with a clear sense of purpose – shaped by the people around her and the community she…
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How We've Helped

3,500+

children receive a free book delivered to their mailbox each month.

3,7000+

local people impacted by our services each year.

$150M+

invested into the community since 1925.
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21Mar

Kids and their families are invited to join a celebration of books, stories, and the joy of reading on March 21, from 9am-1pm. This event is free for all who attend!

Attendees can enjoy:

Imagination Stations with book-themed activities to introduce children to new stories.  Free Books for every child that visits every Imagination…
9:00AM - 1:00PM
903 West Center St, Rochester, Minnesota 55902