United Way of Washington County Exceeds Fundraising Goal

Community rallies to support local nonprofits during challenging times

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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The 2025 United Way of Washington County fundraising campaign exceeded its goal by $42, raising a total of $1,902,294. The campaign was led by an alumni team from United Way's Emerging Leaders group, who were determined to ensure local nonprofits received their full funding despite facing a $70,000 shortfall mid-way through the campaign.

Why it matters

With many nonprofit agencies already facing reduced state and federal funding, the successful United Way campaign ensures critical services like food, housing support, and mental health programs can continue supporting the most vulnerable members of the Washington County community.

The details

In just 10 days, corporations, small businesses, and individual donors in Washington County stepped up to help close the $70,000 fundraising gap. Special thanks were given to Pick Heaters and Horicon Bank for igniting these efforts and challenging others to match and give. The campaign's success reflects the strong commitment of Washington County's businesses and residents to support one another.

  • In mid-January, the campaign was facing a $70,000 shortfall.
  • In 10 days, the community rallied to help close the gap.

The players

Maggie Jensen

2025 campaign co-chair.

Andrew Haass

2025 campaign co-chair.

Sarah Stadler

2025 campaign co-chair.

Casie Meyers

2025 campaign co-chair.

Kristin Brandner

CEO of United Way of Washington County.

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What they’re saying

“At a time when many of our nonprofit agencies are already facing reduced state and federal funding, it was especially gratifying to see our community unite and rise to this challenge.”

— Andrew Haass, 2025 campaign co-chair (washingtoncountyinsider.com)

“We're thrilled to report our agency partners will receive their full United Way funding so they can continue offering food, housing support, mental health services, and more to our most vulnerable neighbors.”

— Sarah Stadler, 2025 campaign co-chair (washingtoncountyinsider.com)

“This year's campaign success reflects the commitment of Washington County businesses and residents to always show up for each other. We are so grateful to the donors and volunteers who made this possible. Every single donation large and small mattered.”

— Casie Meyers, 2025 campaign co-chair (washingtoncountyinsider.com)

What’s next

The United Way campaign will fund vital local services in 2026 with a focus on programs that support youth opportunity, healthy community and financial security.

The takeaway

The successful United Way fundraising campaign demonstrates the power of community generosity and determination to support critical local nonprofits, even in challenging times when many are facing reduced government funding.