Submitted by Sarah Weiske, Director of Development, United Way St Croix and Red Cedar Valleys
HUDSON, WI – Give Big Valleys, presented by United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys (UW Valleys), is proud to announce the incredible success of its 2025 community giving event on April 29, 2025. This year’s 24-hour, virtual campaign raised an impressive $344,960 in support of 82 nonprofits across Burnett, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix Counties, including Western Wisconsin Health and Staying Put. With 885 donors stepping forward, the campaign once again demonstrated the generosity and community spirit that define Western Wisconsin.
What is Give Big Valleys? Give Big Valleys is an annual online giving campaign that brings together local nonprofits, supporters, donors and businesses for 24 hours of philanthropy. Hosted by United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys, we aim to help bring awareness to the nonprofit needs in the community while providing a space that makes giving easy and exciting!
“Give Big Valleys is more than a fundraiser, it’s a reflection of the heart and strength of our communities,” said Steve McCarthy, UW Valleys Executive Director. “Together, we’re making a real and lasting impact for the nonprofits that serve our region every day.”
The funds raised will directly support organizations working in areas such as human services, education, healthcare, the arts, housing, environmental conservation, animal welfare, and more.
Give Big Valleys was made possible by the combined efforts of donors, nonprofit organizations, and a strong network of community sponsors:
Valley Leaders: St. Croix Valley Foundation and WESTconsin Credit Union.
Civic Leaders: Hiawatha National Bank, First State Bank and Trust, Royal Credit Union, and Xcel Energy.
Civic Partners: Cardinal FG Menomonie, Noah Insurance Group, First National Bank of River Falls, Security Financial Bank, and St. Croix Valley Elder Law & Estate Planning.
Civic Supporters: Burnett Dairy Cooperative, Homestead Veterinary Clinic, Leadholm Insurance Agency.
UW Valleys extends sincere thanks to every donor, volunteer, sponsor, and partner who contributed to the success of this campaign. “When we Give Big, we build stronger communities, together,” said McCarthy.
United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys (UW Valleys) fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in Western Wisconsin. UW Valleys is committed to improving lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities Burnett, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix counties. Through strategic partnerships and impactful initiatives like Give Big Valleys, UW Valleys helps address critical community needs and create lasting change.
To learn more visit uwvalleys.org. Thank you!
