About the Retreat
United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's United for Veterans initiative is proud to present a winter retreat for veterans and service members who live and/work within our service area to attend individually, with a significant other, or with their families.
Spend a winter weekend getaway at Sugar Lake Lodge connecting with people with shared life experiences from across the region.
Registration includes two nights' lodging, meals (dinner Friday, breakfast/lunch/dinner Saturday, and breakfast Sunday), speakers, indoor and outdoor activities.
Scholarships are available if registration costs pose a barrier!
Who Qualifies
Veterans/servicemembers Must live or work in UWNEMN's service area.
Civilians Can only attend when registered with a veteran or servicemember who lives or works in UWNEMN's service area.
Veterans/servicemembers who live or work outside of UWNEMN's service area can register for the retreat wait list and will be contacted should space remain closer to the retreat date.
Each United Way organization is independently operated and serves a unique service area. This retreat is being organized by United Way of Northeastern Minnesota for individuals within our service area (see above) but is being held in a neighboring United Way's service area.
If you live and/or work in Itasca County (excluding Nashwauk, Keewatin, and Pengilly), you are served by United Way of 1,000 Lakes.
Questions? Contact UWNEMN Community Impact Coordinator Michelle Lampton at 218-215-2424.
United for Veterans Retreat 2026
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About the Program
United for Veterans
Led by a committee of local veterans, UWNEMN's United for Veterans program helps to fill the gaps in our region's veterans' services.
About the Speaker
Kris "Tanto" Paranto
Inspiring Hero of the 2012 Benghazi Attack & Subject of the Book and Major Motion Picture, "13 Hours"
About the Venue
Sugar Lake Lodge
You’ll find relaxation in our comfortable lodging, adventure as you explore our expansive grounds and natural surroundings, and fun in our free outdoor activities.
Want to show your support?
Businesses and service organizations are able to sponsor this retreat - or provide scholarships for veterans and their families to attend!
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