Volume 0521 | May 2021
Your Monthly News & Updates
Welcome to the May edition of United Way of West Central Minnesota's monthly e-newsletter.

This month, we also are asking for feedback in the form of a very brief survey to help us navigate during these uncharted times. Our hope is this survey will assist our board in providing the programs and resources most useful to those we serve. Please feel free to contact our team with any questions or needs you may have.
High School Scholarship Awards
Each year the United Way of West Central Minnesota offers scholarships to students who volunteer. There’s a natural gap between what government and business do to contribute to the community. Volunteers and non-profits fill that gap. 33 students in our area applied this year and four were selected to receive to scholarship sent directly to their college of choice. 
Scholarships are awarded at $500 each and will be sent directly to the recipient’s college of attendance upon verification of enrollment.
Doosan/Bobcat Day of Caring
We are currently looking for project proposals from non-profit organizations in the Litchfield, MN or surrounding area. Some examples of past support are painting, repairing furniture, sorting donations, and outdoor projects requiring our Bobcat equipment. Proposals will be reviewed by us to guarantee safety and to ensure we have the knowledge and resources to help complete the task. Our employees are energized and excited to use their skills and abilities to support organizations in need.
Doosan Bobcat North America is proud to be an active part of the communities in which our employees work and live. At the heart of our charitable giving is the idea that being a good corporate citizen is an ongoing responsibility. We make our community and our company more competitive through strategic corporate community involvement. By helping to create stronger communities, we enhance the quality of life for employees, future employees and customers. 

The dates that have been identified are anytime beginning June 7th – June 18th.
GrowMobile
We’re looking forward to seeing many young faces in our community learning and sharing together. The 2021 schedule of locations and events is below. Feel free to download it and visit one or all locations. Tell your friends!
growmobile schedule
eNewsletter Archive
Have you missed previous newsletters? No problem, you can find an archive on our website.
Imagination Library Signup
United Way of West Central Minnesota is vested in helping prepare kids in the region for Kindergarten. One way United Way is able to help is by providing Imagination Library which is a book a month to children ages birth to 5 years of age at no charge to the families enrolled. Books will be delivered to the child by US mail.

To receive Imagination Library books the child must reside in United Way of West Central Minnesota territory.
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Need Masks? We've Got Plenty.
Stop by our offices and pick up masks by the 5-packs or individually wrapped.
"Thank you so much for the masks! As soon as our office staff saw them, one of them yelled back to our principal, "Robin. we're gonna make it.!" The donation is much appreciated.

Misty Langseth
ACGC Risk and Prevention"
Please give us a heads up before stopping by to grab some.
Share Your Voice!
Help us better serve you - Take our short survey!
Big changes are occurring in our communities and we are focused on shifting focus to better serve our neighbors in West Central Minnesota. As we embark on this new path, we realize that the people we serve are the most important voice, and we depend on your input to make the most difference. We invite you to take part in a brief survey to help us help you better.

Has the United Way impacted your life or those around you? Maybe it was 17 years ago, maybe it was yesterday. Maybe you'd like to share a need in your community. We'd love to hear your stories! We're here to listen.