GIVE

United Way of Freeborn County runs an Annual Campaign from early September to December 31st.

However, donations are gladly accepted throughout the year and counted towards the following years’ funding cycle. Donate via credit card on this site (under Links on the right side of the page), through GiveMN.org at http://givemn.razoo.com/story/United-Way-Of-Freeborn-County, or contact our office:

United Way of Freeborn County, 341 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN 56007

In-Kind donations are also appreciated. To donate items for our Silent Auction (during the FWL Wine Tasting event in November) or for other events throughout the year, please use this form: In Kind Donation Form

2011 Program Accomplishments:

Your contribution to United Way of Freeborn County helps support many programs in the areas of Education, Income, and Health.

EDUCATION: Helping children, youth, and adults achieve their potential

 

 

 

 

  • 371 parents or caregivers were offered parental support, had help with reducing their stress and anxiety, and improving care-giving practices as well as problem-solving skills
  • 682 people increased reading skills, independent living potential, and reduce weakened bone injuries
  • 158 families were educated on increasing children’s school readiness,  improving their level of child development, reducing child abuse or neglect, and enhancing parent’s responses to children
  • 160 people learned new skills for using non-violent ways of resolving conflicts in order to avoid reoffending
  • 38 children within 32 families were on the Sliding Fee Scale/Scholarship Program
  • Free classes were provided for improving literacy, job, math, computer, and citizenship skills, as well as classes to obtain a GED diploma. 39 children were in the childcare program, giving them a head start in their social and emotional development and education
  • 2700 people received community disaster education in preparation for emergencies

 

INCOME: Promoting financial stability and independence

  •  Education was provided to people about budgeting tips/skills for expense prioritizing, reducing/avoiding debt, saving money, future financial planning, credit counseling and repair, and identity theft-350 people were provided with ride services, which keeps seniors going to medical appointments or socializing in the community
  • 350 people were provided with ride services, which keeps seniors going to medical appointments or socializing in the community
  • 4020 people were served by disaster services and 11 family disasters were responded to
  • Transportation was provided to people in the community in order to keep people working
  • Employment was provided to those who would otherwise be unemployed or underemployed, in order to increase independence and self worth

 

HEALTH: Improving people’s health

Youth, adults, and families were given opportunities to achieve greater health and well being, as well as increasing family time; healthy choices were instilled into these youth at an early age, even the case of economic issues

  • After school/summer programs, Special Olympics, dances, family support, activities/ events, and birthday cards were provided for those in the community with developmental disabilities
  • Individuals, couples, and families suffering with issues can get relief from their given problem and work to develop plans and goals and enhance their ability to cope with issues
  • People improving their mental health skills work, behavior and psychotherapy, dialectical and cognitive skills, and creative living can remain living in the community and be productive members of our community
  • 558 victims of domestic assault, stalking, terroristic threats, or sexual violence were assisted by the Crime Victims Crisis Center. Educational and prevention activities also took place in the community
  • 1036 hours of emergency childcare were provided
  • Safe, secure, supervised visitations were provided to allow parents to see children
  • In the event of an emergency, housing assistance, furniture, prescription assistance, eye care, proper clothes for the weather, funding to avoid utility cutoffs, and help for good hygiene practices were provided
  • 212,751 pounds of food distributed with 8,680 people being assisted in our community, in the nature
  • of decreasing hunger and promoting healthier families
  • 13,755 meals served in the Salvation Army meal program
  • Temporary homes, financial literacy class, and intensive case management classes were provided to 58 residents in the community
  • 28,225 meals were served at senior dining sites in Freeborn County and 5,648 meals were delivered to homes
  • 54 people were served by chore services, which prevent senior injuries and keeps people in their homes longer
  • 702 respite hours and 724 volunteer hours were provided for caregivers, as well as caregiver support groups being held each month
  • 410 seniors were educated on making decisions concerning everyday issues