OUR MISSION:
To improve people’s lives by mobilizing the caring power of the community.

OUR VISION:
The United Way of Bemidji Area will be a recognized leader connecting people,
resources and ideas to create a thriving community characterized by measurable
and long-lasting improvements in education, income and health.

OUR FOCUS...
Building Blocks for a Good Life

EDUCATION
Helping children, youth and adults achieve their full potential

INCOME
Promoting financial stability, increasing self-sufficiency and independence

HEALTH
Improving people’s health and social well-being, and providing emergency services

OUR AGENDA...
For Advancing the Common Good

Invest in nonprofit health and human service programs and services that address the most critical needs and deliver the greatest impact possible. In 2010, United Way invested $293,000 in 36 Partner Agencies and awarded four agencies a total of $9,975 in Venture Grants.

Implement community impact initiatives and support year round programs that address new and emerging needs. For more information - www.unitedwaybemidji.org/communityimpact.htm

Form strategic partnerships and collaborations—sharing responsibility and accountability for delivering meaningful and long-lasting results.