What is the United Way?
United Way is a local nonprofit organization that raises money and distributes it to health and human service organizations throughout Freeborn county.
United Way of Freeborn County is focused on addressing the greatest needs in the community in the areas of Education, Income and Health. Our mission is advancing the common good through giving, advocating and volunteering.
We have several commitees formed of community members who volunteer their time to make sure United Way is functioning at its best; to meet the needs of Freeborn County residents. A special Allocations Commitee ensures that donations are spent wisely and where they are needed most.
Only 2% of funds collected go outside of Freeborn County; 1% is slated for United Way of America Membership and 1% is designated by the donors for United Ways in other counties.
Vision: We envision a sustainable community by enriching and building the quality of life one person at a time.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chair: Jane Madson
Vice Chair: Christopher Chalmers
Treasurer: Ron Rasmusson
Secretary: Jean Pestorious
Exec.Committee: Troy Irvine
Past Chair: Dan Kolker
Campaign Chair: Steve Merfeld
2009 BOARD MEMBERS
Brad Kirchner, US Bank Jean Pestorious
Scott Schmeltzer, Albert Lea Tribune
Dr. Eric Youlden, Albert Lea Medical Center
Dan Kolker, Peterson, Savelkoul & Benda
Jane Madson, Albert Lea Medical Center
Heather Earl, Agilis Company
Vickie Hise, Diamond Jo Casino, Leuthold?s
Troy Irvine, Edward Jones
Deb Kenison, Farmers State Bank
Charles Newton, Albert Lea Select Foods
Ron Rasmusson, Security Bank Minnesota
Chris Chalmers, Albert Lea Community Education
Tiffany Kriesel, Freeborn Lumber Company
John Kluever, Freeborn County Administrator
Agency Representatives:
Linda Lares, SEMCAC Community Action
Kim Nelson, Albert Lea Child Care Center
Capt. Jim Brickson, Salvation Army