United We Can

United We Can 2025 – Join the Challenge! 

United We Can is back, and we’re ready to make an even bigger impact on our community in 2025! There are new award categories, expanded donation reach, and even more ways for businesses and organizations to get involved! 

How It Works 

Businesses and organizations will build sculptures using non-perishable food items (not expired or within 3 months of expiration). Sculptures should be 95% made from pantry items, though structural supports can be used to keep the sculpture sound. Labels on cans and boxes cannot be damaged or removed. Once completed, teams will submit their sculpture photos to the Marshfield Area United Way, where they will be featured in a Facebook voting contest. The public will vote for their favorites using a 👍 thumbs up (1 point) or a ❤️ heart (2 points). 

Award Categories

  • 🏆 Fan Favorite – 249 Items or Less Champion – Best sculpture using 249 or fewer items
  • 🏆 Fan Favorite – 250-500 Items Champion – Best sculpture in the 250–500 items category
  • 🏆 NEW! Fan Favorite – 501+ Items Champion – Best large-scale build with 501+ items
  • 🏆 NEW! Most Used Items from the Wish List – Awarded to the team that incorporates the most-requested pantry items
  • 🏆 Most Items Used Overall – Recognizing the team that used the highest total number of items in their build

United We Can Community Challenge

Have a business bestie? Challenge their team to compete against yours and see who can build the most-liked sculpture! Enjoy a little friendly competition and make a meaningful difference in our community! 

Expanded Donation Reach

This year, donations will support even more local initiatives - including Little Free Pantries of Marshfield,  Soup or Socks Food Pantry, Saint Vincent de Paul Food Pantry, and the Marshfield Area United Way NOW Program. 

NEW! Top-Needed Wish List Items 

When planning your sculpture, consider using these high-demand pantry items: 

  • Animal Crackers
  • Applesauce Cups
  • Canned Chicken/Beef
  • Canned Fruit
  • Canned Mixed Veggies
  • Canned Potatoes
  • Canned Stew
  • Cereal
  • Craisins/Raisins
  • Mayo
  • Pretzels
  • Soups
  • Tomato Products

Key Dates 

  • 📅 Registration Opens: February 13th  

  • 🛠 Build Dates: March 3rd – March 14th 

  • 📸 Photo Submission Deadline: March 14th 

  • 📢 Voting Opens: Noon on March 19th 

  • 🏆 Voting Closes: Noon on March 24th 

Ready to Compete? 

  • Pre-registration is encouraged so we can highlight businesses and organizations stepping up to the challenge! Fill out the form below to register or email Jenni@MarshfieldAreaUnitedWay.org 

United We Can Participating Business Form

Save the Date: March 2025
 

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We invite your business, organization, and/or family to participate in "United We Can" to support our local food pantries!
get your team together and build a sculpture of non-perishable food items in your workplace or home.
Donations will benefit Soup or Socks, St. Vincent De Paul, and NOW program. "United We Can" is a Leadership Marshfield project.

Join us as we kick off the United, We Can Sculpture Contest on

Friday, March 1, 2024!

 

Submit a photo of your completed creations to: Jenni@marshfieldareaunitedway.org

  • Name of Sculpture
  • Name of Business/Organization
  • Inventory of the Items used to build the sculpture.
  • Height of Sculpture

Submit photo by 5 pm on Friday, March 15, to be eligible for the contest.
 

Voting Categories.

  • Fan favorite 251 plus items

  • Fan favorite 250 less items

  • Tallest food sculpted sculpture. 

  • Most items used.

Voting will take place on Marshfield Area United Way's Facebook page from Tuesday, March 19, to Friday, March 22.
 

The winners will be announced on Tuesday, March 26.
 

Monetary donations can be made to:

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Mark your calendars and start building!

All submissions are welcome! If you could please let Jenni@marshfieldareaunitedway.org know if you plan to participate. We would like to include your Business/Name in our promotional materials for this event.

 

 

Follow our facebook page to keep upto date on all things United We Can

 

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Congratulations to all the 2024 winners of the United We Can Sculpture competition! Your remarkable achievements deserve to be celebrated:

  • Fan Favorite (251 items or more) - Forward Bank: Your dedication and creativity have truly impressed the community. Your sculpture not only showcases your talent but also reflects your commitment to making a difference. Well done!

  • Fan Favorite (250 items or less) - Brock and Decker: A big congratulations to you! Your attention to detail and innovative approach have captured the hearts of many. Your sculpture is a testament to your skill and passion. Keep up the fantastic work! 

  • Tallest Sculpture - Forward Bank: Huge congratulations on winning this category! Your towering creation is a sight to behold and a testament to your vision and craftsmanship. Your dedication to pushing the boundaries of creativity is truly inspiring. Well-deserved recognition!

  • Sculpture with the Most Items Used - Nelson Jameson: A round of applause to you for incorporating a multitude of items into your sculpture. Your resourcefulness and ingenuity are truly commendable. Your creation is not only impressive but also a testament to your commitment to excellence. Fantastic job

     

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MEET OUR 2023 WINNERS! 

  • Fan favorite award 251 plus items= Next Home Hub City

  • Fan favorite award 250 less items= Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union

  • Tallest food sculpted sculpture = Pick n' Save,

  • Most items used= School District of Marshfield Student Council

Thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters for helping us make a difference in our community! With your help, we were able to assemble a grand total of 8,822 non-perishable food items and fill our, Soup Or Socks, St. Vincent De Paul of Marshfield, & NOW (Nutrition on Weekends) Pantries.

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