United Way of West Central Minnesota

10/01/2026

THANK YOU!
This is what it looks like to .

On September 25, Give Like Dolly Day, many community members donated to and shared the Imagination Library of West Central MN. Every gift helps us continue building a community where children can grow up surrounded by the joy of books and reading.

Another example of how we share the love of reading is eminent at one of our local preschools London-Spicer School District 345. Caring staff setup a beautiful reading area in honor of Dolly with butterflies, a Dolly quote, and of course bunches of donated Dolly Parton's Imagination Library books.

If you missed the memo last week, it's not too late to support the cause!
We appreciate you and we "will always love you"!

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09/25/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the people who .
To everyone who has donated, volunteered, spread the word, partnered with us or simply believes every child should have books of their own: thank you.
Because of you, 1,875 (and counting) children in West Central MN receive a free book every month through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Your generosity helps bring the joy of reading into homes, spark imaginations and create special moments between children and the people who love them.
We’re so grateful to have a community that continues the spirit of giving.
Thank you for helping us carry on Dolly's legacy by giving back to the children of our community.

09/23/2026

Give Like Dolly Day is September 25!
Dolly Parton believed in giving back and helping children dream bigger—and this year, we’re celebrating that spirit right here in West Central MN through Give Like Dolly Day.
On September 25, we’re inviting our community to join us in giving back to children by supporting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of West Central MN. Your support helps make it possible for children in our community to receive a free, high-quality book every month from birth to age 5.
Learn more and find out how you can support children in our community: https://liveunitedwcm.org/

09/18/2026

09/12/2026

💙TODAY’S THE DAY! 💙

Need diapers? Come see us TODAY from 8:30–10:30 AM for our Little Bums of Willmar Diaper Giveaway! 🧷

📍 WCI — 1300 22nd St SW, Willmar
WCI · Work Focused · Community Minded · Impacting Lives
🚗 Drive-through pickup
👶 Free diapers — 2 packs of 25 diapers per family

Come on out and grab some diapers while supplies last! 💕 We’d love to see you!

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💙 LITTLE BUMS OF WILLMAR DIAPER GIVEAWAY! 📎

We’re excited to announce our next Little Bums of Willmar Diaper Giveaway! 👶

📅 Saturday, September 12th
⏰ 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 West Central Industries (WCI)
1300 22nd St SW, Willmar, MN

🚗 DRIVE-UP / DRIVE-THROUGH DISTRIBUTION
You’ll be able to stay in your vehicle while picking up your diapers!

Each family can receive 2 packs of 25 diapers (50 diapers total).

✨ First come, first served while supplies last.

If you or someone you know is in need of diapers, please share this post!

08/27/2026

The world lost a shining light, with the passing of Dolly Parton. She is a true icon and her legacy will live on forever.

In 1995, Dolly Parton started mailing books to children in her home county to inspire children to love reading in honor of her dad, who couldn’t read or write. The Imagination Library now gives the gift of reading to so many more communities, including ours.

While our hearts are incredibly sad today, we’re more inspired than ever to continue this important mission. Together, we are building a brighter future for our children.

Thank you for supporting our work and Dolly’s legacy. We are proud to be a small part of the story of the most generous and kind, Dolly Parton.

"You can never get enough books into the hands of enough children." -Dolly Parton

08/24/2026

🧷 Help Us Purchase Another Pallet of Diapers! 💙

The need for diapers in our community continues to grow, and we’re working to make sure local families have access to this essential resource.

We’re currently accepting financial donations to help us purchase another pallet of diapers! Every donation, big or small, helps us get more diapers into the hands of families who need them. 🍼💙

💰 Ways to Donate:
📱 Scan the QR Code to make a financial donation
✉️ Mail a check to:

United Way of West Central MN
PO Box 895
Willmar, MN 56201

Link to QR Code: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=YG572QUYVXER8

Your support makes a direct difference for families right here in our community.💙

08/23/2026

🩲 Volunteers Needed: Little Bums of Willmar Diaper Giveaway! 🩲

We’re looking for a few helping hands for our upcoming Little Bums of Willmar Diaper Giveaway! 💙

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ Volunteer shift: 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
📍 West Central Industries (WCI)
1300 22nd St SW, Willmar

Our diaper giveaway is a drive-up distribution, and volunteers will help make the morning run smoothly by:

✨ Assisting with setup and cleanup
📝 Handing out registration forms
🩲 Helping distribute diaper packages to families

Diaper distribution takes place from 8:30–10:30 AM, with volunteers arriving at 8:00 AM and staying until approximately 11:00 AM.

Whether you can lend a hand for the whole shift or simply want to help support local families, we’d love to have you! ❤️

👉 Scan the QR code to sign up through our volunteer platform, WhoCanBeThere, or use the link below:
https://whocanbethere.com/SignUp/little-bums-of-willmar-diaper-giveaway---volu/2zwj0jzd

Thank you for helping us make a difference for local families! 💙