Hudson – Communities across Western Wisconsin came together once again for Give Big Valleys 2026, raising $349,751 in support of local nonprofit organizations serving Burnett, Dunn, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix counties. The final campaign total includes online and offline donations, matching gifts, and sponsor contributions distributed among participating nonprofit organizations.
Held on the last Tuesday of April each year, Give Big Valleys is a 24-hour online giving event hosted by United Way St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys (UW Valleys). This year, 718 donors came together to support 85 participating nonprofit organizations serving communities throughout the St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys.
From food shelves and shelters to arts organizations, youth programs, emergency services, environmental initiatives, and animal welfare groups, Give Big Valleys supports nonprofits working every day to strengthen local communities.
“Give Big Valleys reflects the generosity, compassion, and community spirit that make Western Wisconsin such a special place,” said Randy Morrissette II, Executive Director of UW Valleys. “When people come together to support local nonprofits, the impact reaches far beyond a single day of giving and helps strengthen our communities for the future.”
Throughout the day, donors supported causes they care about while nonprofits shared their stories and connected with supporters across the region. The event also helped participating organizations increase visibility, engage new donors, and build momentum for future community impact.
Give Big Valleys 2026 was made possible through the generosity of donors, participating nonprofit organizations, and the continued support of community sponsors and partners, including:
- Valley Leaders: St. Croix Valley Foundation and WESTconsin Credit Union
- Civic Leader: Royal Credit Union
- Civic Partners: Cardinal FG Menomonie, First National Bank of River Falls, White Bear Machine, St. Croix Valley Elder Law & Estate Planning and J&S General Contracting
- Civic Supporters: Security Financial Bank and Homestead Veterinary Clinic
- Nonprofit Friend: Northwest Passage
- Media Partners: O’Rourke Media, Amery Free Press, Baldwin Bulletin, Burnett County Sentinel, Country Messenger and Osceola Sun
Give Big Valleys is made possible through the support of donors, sponsors, nonprofits partners, volunteers, and community members who believe in strengthening local communities through collective giving.
UW Valleys extends sincere thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s event and helped make Give Big Valleys 2026 a success.
Save the date for next year’s Give Big Valleys on April 27, 2027.
To learn more about Give Big Valleys and participating nonprofit organizations, visit givebigvalleys.org
Source: News release
