WHAT WE DO
United Way of 1000 Lakes fights for the education, health, and financial stability of everyone in the Itasca area.
Through strategic partnerships and collaborative work, we bring the many voices of our community together to find common ground, develop a strategic vision for change and make meaningful progress, while activating individuals and organizations with the opportunity to give, advocate and volunteer to resource this work and change lives across our region.
Acts of Kindness Grants Program
Arising out of Minnesota United Acts of Kindness Week, United Way of 1000 Lakes’ Acts of Kindness Grants program supports small-scale projects up to $500 that aim to bring compassion, generosity, and love to the greater Itasca area.
Hooked on Itasca: January 28th-February 6th
Hooked on Itasca is a virtual ice fishing tournament for kids and adults. Using a mobile device and app, anglers will fish for a chance to win cash and prizes! Whether you’re a die-hard fisherman or only occasionally drop a line, you don’t want to miss this exciting event.
Our Community's Stories
As a community, we are all interconnected. Each of our actions impacts others. We rely on each other to thrive, and when one of us is helped, we are all lifted.