United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) reports a total of $595,545.79 was raised during the 2019-20 fundraising campaign. A small portion of the funds raised locally will be paid directly to local organizations as designated by the donors. All other funds raised locally will support local programming and people throughout 2020-21. Currently, 52,600 local people are being touched by the organization through internal programs, community partner programs and/or other initiatives.
Michelle Doeling, Campaign Chair said, “Thank you to everyone that supported United Way of Southwest Minnesota, with donations, special events and volunteer time. It was an honor to get to be a part of such an amazing campaign that will support so many programs and organizations. We truly HELPED OUR HOME!”
More than 2,000 individuals, families, service organizations, clubs, schools, foundations and businesses contributed to the campaign. Gifts ranged in size from handfuls of change to tens of thousands of dollars. Every gift, no matter the size, makes an impact. When many entities give, it adds up and makes a remarkable difference throughout the region. The United Way of Southwest Minnesota board of directors and staff team would like to thank everyone who donated time, funds and other resources to our campaign. Thank you for helping your home.
United Way fights for the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. In southwest Minnesota, the focus is on health, education, financial stability, hunger and safety & well-being. For more information about United Way of Southwest Minnesota and our commitment to the area, please visit our website at www.UnitedWaySWMN.org.