Campaign Kickoffs

United Way’s annual campaign seeks to raise essential funding for programs in our four-county region. Join us in our campaign kickoff events as we come together to build a better tomorrow for all!

 

2025 Campaign Kickoffs

Eagle Lake Kickoff - Summer Sounds

Thursday, July 18

6 - 9 PM

Under the Water Tower

 

Join us at Eagle Lake Summer Sounds for live music by Neon Live and activities under the water tower!

Eagle Lake kickoff photo

 

Minute to Win It: Mankato/North Mankato Kickoff

Tuesday, July 30

12 - 1 PM

Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center - Banquet Hall

 

Join us for free lunch while supplies last. Cheer on the individuals competing in Minute to Win It challenges as we kick off the campaign! Register to volunteer here.

 

Lunch Sponsors: Bremer Bank, Pepsi of Mankato and Subway

 

Presented by: Exclusively Diamonds

Kickoff Facebook Post

 

Madison Lake Kickoff

Tuesday, August 6

5 - 8 PM

North Shore Park

 

Join us at Madison Lake's National Night Out celebration. Enjoy food, swimming, games and music, with proceeds benefiting Greater Mankato Area United Way!

Madison Lake kickoff photo

Elysian Kickoff

Saturday, August 17

11 AM - 9 PM

Scoops Ice Cream

 

Head to Scoops Ice Cream in Elysian for a treat and enjoy live music on the outdoor stage. We are seeking volunteers to help serve ice cream, drive the Scoopsmobile, and more. All proceeds from the day benefit Greater Mankato Area United Way.

 

Throughout the afternoon, Mankato Jeep Club and the Mankato Mini Mafia will be hosting cruises from Mankato to Scoops in support of Greater Mankato Area United Way's work!

 

Outdoor Stage featuring:

11 am-1 pm: Tyler Herwig

1-1:30 pm: Alyssa Surrett

1:30-2:45 pm: Stacy K & Ben Scruggs

3-4 pm: TJ Brown

4:15-4:45 pm: Rise of the Clockwork ROTC

5:30-6 pm: Bella Baker, Pianist

6:30-9 pm: Mary Guentzel Jazz Quintet

Elysian Kickoff

Lake Crystal Kickoff

Thursday, August 22

5 - 8 PM

Marston Park

 

Join us at the Lake Crystal Cruz 'IN with classic cars, live music and fun at Marston Park!

Cruz-IN Logo

Waseca Kickoff & Bean Bag Tournament

Thursday, September 12

3 - 5 PM

The Mill

 

Registration available soon for the 4th Annual Waseca Bean Bag Tournament! Contact Diane Beckmann of Thrivent for more details.

Picture from Elysian kickoff

St. Peter Kickoff

TBD

If you are interested in becoming a Pacesetter recognized at Kickoff by giving a corporate gift of $500+ before the event, please contact our office at 507-345-4551 or BarbK@MankatoUnitedWay.org.