5 Volunteer Opportunities in October
Strong communities are built by people willing to share their time, talents and skills. As the leaves change across Itasca County, October is a great time to…
When Inclusion Comes First: A Day at Target Field with Itasca Friendship Club
At 8:30 a.m., a motor coach carrying 48 Itasca Friendship Club members and eight family members and chaperones pulled away from Grand Rapids for the…
Dining United Sets the Community Table Across the Itasca Area
More than 20 local restaurants and gathering places are coming together this fall for Dining United, a United Way of 1000 Lakes campaign that turns dining…
6 Volunteer Opportunities in September
As summer winds down and our community settles into the rhythm of a new school year, fall brings a fresh opportunity to get involved. Whether you have an hour…
United Way of 1000 Lakes 2027 Community Impact Grant Cycle Now Open
United Way of 1000 Lakes is now accepting applications for its 2027 Community Impact Grants, supporting local nonprofit programs that strengthen our…
5 Volunteer Opportunities in August
Giving back doesn't have to be complicated to make a big impact. Whether you're hoping to meet new people, share your skills, or simply make your community a…
Your Legacy Is More Than a Will
What Legacy Do You Hope to Leave Behind? Maybe it's the way you showed up for your family. The opportunities you created for your children and grandchildren.…
Board Member Spotlight: Nikki Knapp
Nikki Knapp relocated to northern Minnesota with her family from Iowa in 2023 and has since embraced the region as home. She currently serves as Vice President…
More Than a Video: Investing in the Next Generation of Storytellers
When the last volunteer packed up and the final project was complete, Day of Action wasn't quite over. While fresh paint dried, gardens took shape, and…
United Way Launches 2026 Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive
As families begin preparing for a new school year, United Way of 1000 Lakes is once again inviting the community to help students across the region start the…
5 Volunteer Opportunities in July
Summer is when communities come alive—and volunteers help make it happen. From community events and outdoor projects to nonprofit programs that serve families…
United Way Receives Grant to Strengthen Volunteer Engagement Across the Itasca Area
United Way of 1000 Lakes has been awarded a Volunteer Generation Fund (VGF) grant through ServeMinnesota to strengthen volunteer engagement across the Itasca…
Board Spotlight: Danielle Witherill, Board President
“Grand Rapids is my hometown. I attended college at NDSU for a degree in Business Administration, then married my high school sweetheart and we moved around…
Day of Action Brings Community Together to Strengthen Calumet
Day of Action volunteers transformed Calumet during United Way of 1000 Lakes' annual day of service, completing 28 community projects that strengthened…
United Way of 1000 Lakes Launches $25,000 Endowment Match Opportunity
United Way of 1000 Lakes is inviting community members to invest in a stronger future through a limited-time endowment matching opportunity that will double…
5 Volunteer Opportunities in June
June brings the start of summer—and with it, a season filled with outdoor projects, family activities, food programs, festivals, and opportunities to give…
United Way Community Celebration Highlights Volunteerism, ALICE Awareness, and Community Impact
The evening also featured the interactive “Walking in ALICE’s Shoes” experience, made possible through the support of Edward Jones – Danielle M. Witherill…
5 Volunteer Opportunities in May
May is a time of growth, renewal, and community—and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than by giving back. Across our communities, volunteers are…