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


Collage of photos of United Way staff
As we celebrate our 100th anniversary this year, we have more exciting news to share. We are now United Way of Southeast Minnesota – a name that…
We recently sat down with Zeni Aly, longtime United Way of Southeast Minnesota employee and donor, to talk about her passion for our organization and…
United Way of Southeast Minnesota and the Zumbro Valley Medical Society (ZVMS) share a core belief: every member of our community deserves to be as…

Latest News and updates

Collage of photos of United Way staff
As we celebrate our 100th anniversary this year, we have more exciting news to share. We are now United Way of Southeast Minnesota – a name that…
We recently sat down with Zeni Aly, longtime United Way of Southeast Minnesota employee and donor, to talk about her passion for our organization and…
United Way of Southeast Minnesota and the Zumbro Valley Medical Society (ZVMS) share a core belief: every member of our community deserves to be as…
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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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1920s-inspired graphic with the United Way of Southeast Minnesota logo and text that reads: Centennial Gala
15Mar
Join us to celebrate 100 years of making an impact in Olmsted County!

This one-night only event will celebrate United Way of Southeast Minnesota's Centennial Anniversary. In celebration of our founding in 1925, get ready to step back in time to the Roaring Twenties.

From live music to themed activities, you won't want to miss this night…

6:00PM - 8:30PM
J. Powers at the Hilton, Rochester, Minnesota 55904