A Monthly Update From UW Valleys

Stay informed and connected with United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys (UW Valleys). Each month, we’ll share stories of community impact, highlight upcoming events, and celebrate the partners and people making it all possible.

On October 1, volunteers will come together across Dunn and Pepin counties to support local organizations through UW Valleys Day of Caring.

Volunteer registration is open through September 15.

Whether you’re volunteering with your workplace or individually, your time can help local organizations complete meaningful projects throughout our communities.

Join Sheriff Starry and Sheriff Knudson for the 2nd Annual Sheriffs' Clay Shoot on Thursday, October 8, at Game Unlimited in Hudson.

The event brings together law enforcement, businesses, community members, first responders, and veterans from both sides of the river for an afternoon of friendly competition and connection. Proceeds support local United Way efforts, including UW Valleys.

Thursday, October 8 | 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Game Unlimited | Hudson, WI

Bring a team or register individually and we'll help place you on a team.

Interested in sponsoring? Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Please join us in welcoming Allison Cahill to UW Valleys as our new 211 Director! Originally from Iowa, Allison graduated from Iowa State University and brings a background in social services, with experience working with people of all ages and abilities.

In her new role, Allison is looking forward to expanding the network of information available through 211 and connecting with people throughout the Valleys. Outside of work, she enjoys knitting, crocheting, reading, and spending time with her family and dog at the lake.

Thank You to Our Diaper Bank Partners

Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley

Thank you to Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley and everyone who participated in this year’s Diaper Drive! Together, you collected 4,322 diapers and 9 packages of wipes, enough to provide diapers to 54 children through the UW Valleys Diaper Bank next month. We appreciate your continued partnership and support!

Osceola Medical Center

We’re grateful to Osceola Medical Center for its continued partnership with the UW Valleys Diaper Bank. Since 2022, OMC has hosted five Diaper Drives, collecting 10,832 diapers and 206 packages of wipes, totaling $3,228.30 in in-kind donations. Thank you for continuing to show up for local families!

September & October Are United Way Months in Wisconsin

Governor Tony Evers has proclaimed September and October as United Way Months in Wisconsin, recognizing the work United Ways and their partners do to strengthen communities across the state.

Here at UW Valleys, that work happens every day through programs like 211, the Diaper Bank, the John Coughlin Hope Fund, and community initiatives that bring people and resources together.

This month, we invite you to be part of that work. Volunteer, give, learn about our programs, or share our mission with someone in your community.

• Day of Caring - October 1, 2026
• 2nd Annual Sheriffs' Clay Shoot - October 8, 2026
• Winter Wear Clothing Drive in partnership with Marketplace Foods - Donations at various locations in Menomonie all October
• Compass IL Diaper Drive - September 14th - 25th

UW Valleys Mission

United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys fights for the health, education, and financial stability of

every person in Western Wisconsin. Serving Burnett, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix counties, we

unite people and resources to tackle our region's most pressing challenges.