Empower local kids by supporting the United Way School Supply Drive this August. Before a child ever steps into the classroom, their school year has already begun. It begins in living rooms where parents review supply lists, planning out future shopping trips. It begins in closets, where children carefully select the perfect first-day outfit to […]
Your Voice Shapes What’s Next By Sandi Piatz, President & CEO, United Way of Cass-Clay Every few years, we get the chance to step back and ask ourselves a simple but important question: are we still focused on what matters most? We’re in one of those moments right now. United Way of Cass-Clay is building […]
Welcoming New Voices and Honoring Impact Leaders: 2026 Board of Trustees Updates At United Way of Cass-Clay, our work is only possible because of people like you—our donors, volunteers, and advocates—who bring our mission to life every day. And behind that work is a dedicated group of volunteer leaders who help guide our vision, steward […]
Our 2025 Annual Report is now available: United Is the Way We Build Brighter Futures At United Way of Cass-Clay, one truth continues to guide everything we do: when our community unites, lives change. Our 2025 Annual Report is a powerful reflection of what’s possible when generosity meets action and neighbors show up for one […]
Honoring a Legacy of Generosity United Way of Cass-Clay recently introduced the Fedje Family Legacy UNITED Award, created to recognize individuals, families, or organizations whose generosity of time, talent, and resources strengthens our community. The award is named for Noel and Judy Fedje, whose commitment to helping others shaped Cass and Clay counties for more […]
A Celebration of Impact: United Way Community Celebration & Annual Meeting United is the way we improve our community. On March 24, the energy was electric as our community came together to celebrate the people who make change happen. Volunteers, donors, partners, and advocates filled the room—each one a vital part of the United Way […]
A new year often brings fresh goals and renewed intention. Maybe this is the year you want to give back more, deepen your connection to the community, or use your skills in a way that truly matters. If volunteering is on your list of goals for the year ahead, United Way of Cass-Clay invites you […]
As we begin a new year, United Way of Cass-Clay is proud to kick off the 2026 35 Under 35 Women’s Leadership Program — a leadership experience designed to activate strong, confident women leaders of all backgrounds to unite, inspire, and create meaningful change. Each January, this program brings together a group of women who […]
Giving Hearts Day is one of the most powerful days of generosity in our community—and it’s officially here. From now through Giving Hearts Day, you can support local kids and families through United Way of Cass-Clay and see your impact go even further. Every gift up to $40,000 will be matched, doubling the difference you […]
Recently, I had the privilege of being interviewed by a group of NDSU College of Business students who asked me an intriguing question: “If you could give our community one superpower, what would it be?” I answered: Collaborative Courage. What is Collaborative Courage, you ask? Collaborative Courage is the intentional practice of engaging openly, honestly, […]