Books on Central
A unique, used bookstore in downtown Faribault where all proceeds go to local nonprofits.
United is the Way
Will you give today?
Consider a gift to help your neighbors and our community thrive. Did you know that 40% of employed adults in our county can't fully afford essentials like rent, nutritious meals, health care, and education that leads to better jobs? When you give to United Way, your donation offers hard-working people all-around resources that help them gain the stability they need - so they can provide the stability that their families and our neighborhoods need.
Partner Agencies
RCAUW Nonprofit Partner Agencies
United Way is proud to call the following local organizations “partners.” They work in collaboration with each other and United Way to achieve greater results than they could individually. Your donation to our United Way turns into critical funding in two ways:
Organizational Grants
Our History
Our History in Faribault and Northfield
In July 2019, United Way of Faribault and Northfield Area United Way merged to become Rice County Area United Way. This United Way now serves the combined area of these original two United Ways in and adjacent to Rice County.
Take Action
Take Action
Our community needs you!
There are many opportunities to be involved. Here are just a few:
Imagination Library
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
A Free Book Every Month
Children who are read to during the first years of life are much more likely to learn to read on schedule -- and there are many other benefits, too.