United for Veterans

United for Veterans Understanding the need, UWNEMN recruited Wilder Research to help determine the most critical issues that were within UWNEMN's scope to focus on.

United for Veterans is operated by United Way of NE MN with support from a committee of local veterans to fill gaps in services for veterans and service members across the Iron Range, Koochiching County, and Lake of the Woods County. Over the years, veterans and their family members have expressed the critical need for expanded, wrap-around services throughout our rural Iron Range communities to U

nited Way of Northeastern MN staff, board and volunteers. Upon completion of a year long study, a group comprised of local veterans was created to facilitate movement and change around the issues that were deemed most critical. "United for Veterans" raises awareness and funds through Rampage at the Ridge each year in August. Funds raised are directed towards local veterans through a variety of ways. To find out more about how we're making a difference in the lives of local veterans, servicemembers and their families visit our website at www.unitedwaynemn.org/united-veterans

Spread the word about this great opportunity to honor Vietnam Era Veteran Frank Klabechek next week!
08/24/2026

Spread the word about this great opportunity to honor Vietnam Era Veteran Frank Klabechek next week!

🏒 A Night for Frank 🏒
Come out to ITMEC • Virginia, MN on Sunday, Aug 30th • 3–5:15 PM as the Minnesota Warriors take on Frank’s Taxidermy to honor Frank Klabechek — an Iron Range hockey legend, friend, and hero.

Let’s pack the rink, celebrate Frank, and support our veterans! 💙
Admission Free • Donations Welcome

Important reminders for veteran and military families!
08/19/2026

Important reminders for veteran and military families!

Benefits You Should Know: DIC Survivor Benefits
When a service member or Veteran passes away, families may not know what benefits they should ask about.

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, often called DIC, is a tax-free monthly VA benefit that may be available to eligible survivors.

A few things to know:
• DIC may be available to certain surviving spouses, children, or parents
• It may apply when a service member dies in the line of duty
• It may also apply when a Veteran dies from a service-connected injury or illness
• In some cases, a service-connected condition may contribute to the death, even if it was not the only cause
• This is different from VA Survivors Pension

DIC can be complicated, and families should not assume they are ineligible without asking.

Eligibility rules apply. Contact your County Veterans Service Officer or an accredited Veterans Service Organization for help understanding where to start.

Learn more from VA:
https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/survivor-compensation/dependency-indemnity-compensation/

Please share this with a surviving spouse, family member, or Veteran family who may need to know this.

Are you registered for next week's Veterans Connections: Minnesota Discovery Center?Local veterans and service members a...
08/18/2026

Are you registered for next week's Veterans Connections: Minnesota Discovery Center?

Local veterans and service members are invited to bring their loved ones to enjoy the last Bands, Brews, & BBQs event of the season at Minnesota Discovery Center!

Register today to explore the museum and grounds - including the mini golf course: www.unitedwaynemn.org/veterans-connections

Nine local veterans - all from different communities, representing different branches and eras - built a sauna this wint...
08/13/2026

Nine local veterans - all from different communities, representing different branches and eras - built a sauna this winter, and now it can be yours!

Contact Michelle Lampton for ticket information at [email protected] or 218-215-2424.

Special thanks to United Way of Northeastern Minnesota Board President Matt Hiti for volunteering his workshop, tools, and time - and to Pohaki, Dark Lake Metal Works, Arrow Auto Glass & Door, United Refractories, Eveleth Elks Lodge # 1161, Keewatin American Legion Post 452, Jay Simmonds, and The Fireplace Corner for their support - to make this project possible!

Sauna Raffle tickets are up for grabs to benefit United for Veterans! 🎟

Colder weather will be here before we know it: buy a ticket for a chance to stay extra warm this winter OR win one of five cash prizes.

Contact Michelle Lampton for ticket information at [email protected] or 218-215-2424.

Hope to see you tonight at the St. Louis County Fair!
08/05/2026

Hope to see you tonight at the St. Louis County Fair!

Come visit Michelle at ’s United for Veterans table and other veteran resource providers in the commercial building for Veterans Day at the St. Louis County Fair from 3-8pm!

All veterans will receive free admission!

đź“ŁPlease help spread the word about this incredible opportunity for veterans and first responders on the Iron Range!
07/14/2026

đź“ŁPlease help spread the word about this incredible opportunity for veterans and first responders on the Iron Range!

Real Trauma Recovery for Those Who've Served

's United for Veterans committee wishes you a safe and enjoyable weekend celebrating 250 years of our nation's independ...
07/04/2026

's United for Veterans committee wishes you a safe and enjoyable weekend celebrating 250 years of our nation's independence!

Thanks to the support of United Way of Northeastern Minnesota donors, veterans received free admission and a concession ...
07/01/2026

Thanks to the support of United Way of Northeastern Minnesota donors, veterans received free admission and a concession coupon - AND thanks to our friend Matt Anderson, the opportunity to ride in the pace truck - at the Hibbing Speedway last Saturday!

Our thanks also to Press-Lloyd American Legion Post 247 for presenting the colors for this popular Veterans Connections activity.

Our quarterly Veterans Connection activities are held to help create community for our local veterans. The next event is scheduled for Tuesday August 27th at the Minnesota Discovery Center. Learn more at: www.unitedwaynemn.org/veterans-connections

Hibbing Speedway gates are now open for tonight’s United Way of Northeastern Minnesota’s Veterans Connections activity!L...
06/27/2026

Hibbing Speedway gates are now open for tonight’s United Way of Northeastern Minnesota’s Veterans Connections activity!

Local veterans and service members who attend will receive free admission, reserved seating, and a concessions voucher. Loved ones can join in reserved seating for price of admission (kids 12 and under are free!).

Presentation of colors is at 6:30 p.m., and racing begins at 7 p.m.

Learn more: www.unitedwaynemn.org/veterans-connections

UPDATE: The in-person Q&A has been canceled. Reach out to 23rd Veteran directly with any questions you may have about th...
06/23/2026

UPDATE: The in-person Q&A has been canceled. Reach out to 23rd Veteran directly with any questions you may have about the upcoming Iron Range Recon and/or sign up for Recon at: https://bit.ly/23v-recon-xxi-iron-range

ORIGINAL POST: Our friends at 23rd Veteran will be at United Way of Northeastern Minnesota July 8th to answer your questions about Recon XXI-Iron Range!

Sign up for one of four one-hour sessions: https://bit.ly/23rdveteran-uwnemn

If you are unable to attend a session and want to sign up for Recon you can do so here: https://bit.ly/23v-recon-xxi-iron-range

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