WE'RE MAKING AN IMPACT

United Way brings communities together to find strength and share hope. It’s the way we rally in hard times to meet people’s needs so they can rise back up and build a better future.

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Building Futures

Giving young people opportunities

Every kid deserves access to a safe, educational, and fun place outside of school. That's why our CARE program isn't just before and after schools -- we've got about 140 kids in our summer program. Field trips like our fishing day at Lake Elmo aren't just fun, they give…
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Community Resiliency

Community Housing Navigators

We're funding four new jobs through 2028 to help families overcome barriers to housing, collaborating with local nonprofits who are already working with local families. 
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Nonprofit Empowerment

Supporting and celebrating good work

We want everyone in Yellowstone County to thrive. We build partnerships, provide funding, and harness the power of collective action with organizations committed to our mission, all while avoiding redundancy and empowering experts. 
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See the difference our volunteers make in Yellowstone County. 
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For every dollar we receive, we create more than $4 in value for our community. 
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Your voice is powerful. Make it heard. 

How We've Helped

Our Impact

$300K

in grants to local non-profits to improve lives in Yellowstone County

4,149+

volunteer hours pumped into projects around our community.

$47.5M

invested in Yellowstone County since 1961.

Latest News & Updates


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14 Jul - 13 Aug
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Every child deserves the chance to learn. Operation School Supply helps level the playing field for kids whose families need a little help preparing…