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Why Educational Engagement Matters More Than Ever
UPLIFT  Educational Engagement Program: Why Educational Engagement Matters More Than Ever In today's rapidly evolving world, education is more crucial than ever. But it's not just about showing up; it's about truly engaging with the learning process. A new wave of research…
Monday, January 27, 2025
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Join us on January 10 for our open house!
We're settled in to our new office location and can't wait to show you! Come see us during our open house this Friday, January 10. We'll be starting at 3:00PM and here until 6:00PM. 245 SE 18th St, STE 1 in the 18th Street Business Center. We're now directly south of the…
Monday, January 6, 2025
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2024 community campaign update
We're at 99% of goal and only about $5,000 away from reaching $815,000! If you haven't contributed to the 2024 campaign; you still have time. You can drop off your donation at our new office at 245 SE 18th St, STE 1 in Owatonna, visit our website to make your gift online,…
Thursday, January 2, 2025
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United Way of Steele County is moving!
We're excited to announce that we're moving! The office will be closed for the holidays both tomorrow and Wednesday; and Thursday we'll be headed to our new location. 245 SE 18th St, STE 1 here in Owatonna. Just south of the Steele County Fairgrounds. We have outgrown our…
Monday, December 23, 2024
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2024 community campaign update
We're at 77% of our $815,000 goal! If you haven't contributed to the 2024 campaign; you still have time. You can drop off your donation at our new office at 245 SE 18th St, STE 1 in Owatonna, visit our website to make your gift online, or Venmo @uwsteelecounty. Help us…
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
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How to include ALICE in your Thanksgiving conversations
While spending time with your friends and loved ones this Thanksgiving holiday, think about how you might include ALICE in your conversations. Here are some basic points to help you! 1. ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed 2. ALICE earns above the…
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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2024 community campaign update
We're at 48% of our goal of $815,000! If you haven't contributed to the 2024 campaign; you still have time. You can drop off your donation at our new office at 245 SE 18th St, STE 1 in Owatonna, visit our website to make your gift online, or Venmo @uwsteelecounty. Help us…
Friday, November 22, 2024
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United Way Unveils New Brand Strategy to Reflect Its Transformative Approach
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 23, 2024 Owatonna, MN - Today, United Way of Steele County joins United Way Worldwide (UWW) to announce a refreshed brand to reflect the organization’s reach and impact in communities as one of the world’s largest and oldest privately funded…
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
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Sweater Weather Social
Written by: Kennedy Brown, Owatonna High School Student Beneath a crisp autumn sky, something remarkable unfolded in Owatonna. Concerned about the growing disconnect among young people, a group of residents took action, organizing an outdoor event designed to cultivate…
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
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Welcome Back, Madi
We would like to officially welcome our new Blooming Prairie Action Coalition, Program Coordinator, Madi Bruessel! Madi served as a summer intern with United Way of Steele County this past summer as the Program Coordinator for the Steele County Coalition for Healthy Youth.…
Thursday, September 19, 2024
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