Greater Twin Cities United Way

08/18/2026

Our local 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline counselors responded to a 34% rise in calls in 2025. Learn more about the pressures in our community and how we respond, stabilize and invest in a thriving future. See our annual Community Impact Report: https://bit.ly/4hfdw11

08/17/2026

“Wilder isn’t only providing quality childcare; they’re also helping families maintain stability. Their approach recognizes and demonstrates how our youngest community members depend on a network of support for their caregivers to thrive.”

Learn more about our partnership with Wilder Child Development Center from our 80x3 program manager, Leo Howard III: https://bit.ly/4p6zncT

08/14/2026

2025 was a year of big changes, from federal to just down the street. Learn what it all meant for local nonprofits and the impact we created together. View our annual Community Impact Report: https://bit.ly/4hfdw11

08/13/2026

Thank you to Sheletta Brundidge for having our director of Engagement, Cayleigh Edwards on her podcast, Sheletta Makes Me Laugh to talk about Action Day! Listen to learn more about how you can help send 55,000 local students back to school with all the supplies they need to be successful in the classroom:

Laughing With Letta · Episode

08/13/2026

For Tocqueville Society member Chris Dolan, giving to Greater Twin Cities United Way is an investment in a stronger Twin Cities community.

From food security and education to housing and jobs, Chris’ story shows how United Way and its nonprofit partners help people rise, thrive and give back.

Read how gratitude, community connection and collective impact shaped his philanthropic journey: https://bit.ly/4yLKEDX

08/12/2026

Did you know we partner with companies big and small to mobilize thousands of volunteers every year?

Now's the time to get involved. We’d love to have you and your colleagues join us. Learn more about our workplace volunteering opportunities: https://bit.ly/4yPMkw1

08/11/2026

Today is your last chance to vote in the Minnesota state primary! Important statewide and local races are on the ballot today – don't miss your chance to influence which candidates proceed to the general election in November.

If you haven't already voted, you can find your polling place and see who's on your ballot here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/

08/10/2026

School starts soon and local students are counting on their community.

There’s still time to help. In just a few hours, you can assemble school supply packs for local students to ensure they start their school year off with confidence.

Sign up to donate crayons, colored pencils, notebooks and more: https://bit.ly/4ujg4yc

Action Day 2026 is presented by Target.

08/10/2026

08/09/2026

Last week, our 988 director Carolina De Los Rios spoke with North Star Stories about the important role the 988 Lifeline plays in youth su***de prevention. By helping normalize conversations about mental health, 988 creates spaces where young people can get the help they need – no judgment, just free support 24/7.

🔊 Listen: https://ampers.org/nss-weekly-youth-su***de-in-minnesota-how-systemic-factors-can-push-young-people-to-the-edge/

If you or someone you know needs crisis support now, please call or text 988, or visit https://988lifeline.org/ for free, confidential help 24/7.

This week, we dedicate our program to conversations about youth su***de, prevention, and some of the systemic factors that can push young people and adults to the edge. Some of the content in this special presentation of North Star Stories may not be suitable for all listeners. —– Executive Prod...