What is the United Way?

United Way is a local nonprofit organization that engages community members in identifying local resources to address the greatest needs in Freeborn County.

United Way of Freeborn County is focused on 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.

Important Documents:

Annual Report 2010

United Way 2010 990

Bylaws

Code of Ethics   Whistleblower Policy

BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Chair: Charles Newton

Vice Chair: Bob Haas

Treasurer: Justin Oman

Secretary: Mary Laeger-Hagemeister

Exec.Committee: Marina Gillard

2011 BOARD MEMBERS

Dan Kolker, Peterson, Savelkoul & Benda

Jane Madson, Albert Lea Medical Center

Marina Gillard, S. MN Regional Legal Services

Justin Oman, Security Bank MN

Beth Doyle, Doyle’s Hallmark

Charles Newton, Albert Lea Select Foods

Ryan Haacke, Wells Fargo Bank

Tiffany Kriesel, Freeborn Lumber Company

Dr. Mike Funk, Albert Lea School District

Bob Haas, Retired

Dr. Mary Laeger-Hagemeister, Albert Lea School District

Amy Wasson, Lawyer

Nick Beyer, Ventura Foods

Kyle Wilken, Cargill

Katie Fick, Pastor, Hayward/Trondhjem Lutheran Churches

Agency Representatives:

Gina Frank, Community Technologies & Services

Paula Nuessmeier, Twin Valley Boy Scouts