Community News Archives - Page 8 of 13 - United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin

United Way Announces First Phase of Funding

MEDIA RELEASE United Way Announces First Phase of Funding $1.3 million invested in the local community Guelph, Ontario, April 6, 2022. United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin has launched the first...

A Story of Local Love: Investing In Our Community

"If you spend just five minutes making your decision about your United Way gift, some serious magic can happen. Our own local United Way team of volunteers and staff...

There’s a seat at our table – Join our Board of Directors!

We are currently recruiting two individuals to join our Board who will be elected at our Annual General Meeting on May 26, 2022. We also have community member positions available...

A Story of Local Love: Rural Support for Women

Abused women living rurally face many challenges in leaving an abusive partner. Even in these modern times, some farms are completely off the grid and far from neighboring homes, and...

A Story of Local Love: Why I Donate to United Way

"I have been very fortunate to have gotten through struggles in my life and in my family with support. My desire to donate to United Way began in my first...

United In Conversation: The Diversity of Mental Health

United in Conversation An interactive, authentic and radically fresh conversation about pressing local issues. Our objective: To facilitate and encourage open and honest conversations about issues our community is facing to create...

Media Release: United Way Named New Host of the Guelph & Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination

MEDIA RELEASE United Way Named New Host of the Guelph & Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination Aligned values of eliminating poverty brings organizations together Guelph, Ontario, October 6,...

A Story of Local Love: Safe Shelter for Youth

"Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an increased need for emergency shelter for youth . This past summer, we were able to arrange for a homeless youth...

A Story of Local Love: A New Lifeline for Mental Illness

"I have suffered from anxiety and depression for over 30 years, but I have been stable now for the last 8 years. Then the COVID pandemic hit, and my dog...