Canada is in the midst of a housing crisis. Affordability, homelessness, and lack of safe and adequate housing are all growing issues that deeply affect almost every community across the country. United Way Centraide Canada is renewing its focus on housing to shape our unique contribution towards the issues of affordable housing and homelessness for […]
Wildfires are continuing to cause significant damage, disruption, and heartbreak for residents in both Northwest Territories and British Columbia. Over 20,000 people, including some United Way Northwest Territories volunteers, have been evacuated from Yellowknife, most seeking shelter in Alberta.
During a time of disaster or significant challenge affecting Albertans, 211 Alberta maintains an up-to-date list of resources that can help people who have been impacted and provides data on the most requested needs and unmet needs of callers. Providing 24/7 service.
For organizations and frontline workers, this mean you can focus on providing services to clients and rely on 211 to stay up to date on the ever-changing landscape of community and government supports. For individual who need help or who are looking to help, 211 can direct you to the right place.
Services are emerging to support those impacted by the wildfires. Contact 211 for information about currently available services. You’ll reach someone who can work with you to see what community services are available in your area.
If you provide services in Alberta, contact database@ab.211.ca as soon as possible to update 211 about any changes to your services.
Many Albertans want to know how they can help during a crisis. 211 Alberta partners with VolunteerConnector.org to help Albertans find opportunities to be of service in their communities. Those who want to volunteer can contact 211 to find out about available volunteer positions based on their skills, interests and how they want to help. 211 staff can also coach people on how to use the Volunteer Connector website on their own.
Join us as we kick off our 2023 Campaign with our spotlight directly on Brighter Futures, Mental Health and Basic Needs.
Our Campaign Kickoff Lunch, presented by Johnston Ming Manning LLP, will once again be hosted at the Red Deer Resort & Casino on September 7th, 2023.
Your ticket includes a gourmet lunch, inspiring stories and a chance to connect with your community. Come cheer on all of those helping us create a Central Alberta where everyone can thrive!
Back to school time is always exciting, especially when you have everything you need for learning! But not everyone has that opportunity. United Way Central Alberta and the Outreach Centre present Tools for School, which aims to reduce one known barrier preventing children and youth from successful learning and participation in school. Annually, Tools for School provides backpacks and school supplies to students in kindergarten through Grade 12 whose families have limited resources. While the school supplies included may not exactly match your school’s supply list, they’re a great start. Through support of community donors and corporate sponsors, we continue to meet the needs of children and youth in our community.
Help Tools for School be a catalyst to bring together education, public and corporate sectors.
Sanjel Energy Services Red Deer recently challenged their employees to some friendly competition, encouraging each team to collect the most school supplies.
Not only was this a great team engagement initiative but Sanjel Energy Services was gracious enough to match their employee giving, doubling their impact right here in Central Alberta.
Their generosity led to 73 fully stuffed backpacks for us to provide to families who have limited resources.
Are you up to the challenge?!
Red Deer/June 30, 2023 – United Way Central Alberta (UWCA) is pleased to announce the allocation of $517,500 in multi-year funding to 15 programs across Central Alberta. This funding is part of UWCA’s ongoing commitment to strengthening vital connections that support individuals in need and creating thriving communities where everyone can reach their potential.
UWCA’s updated vision, mission statement, Strategic Plan and Community Impact (CI) Strategy have played significant roles in determining the programs to be supported. In alignment with these new guidelines, UWCA has made strategic adjustments to ensure that the funded programs are better aligned with their vision and mission.
These allocations include an increased commitment to Indigenous-led programming. 23% of the total funding has been directed towards supporting initiatives that specifically address the needs and aspirations of Indigenous communities. This represents a significant increase from 7% in the previous round of funding.
“We are thrilled to provide substantial support to programs that are making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in Central Alberta,” said Chelsea O’Donoghue, Chief Executive Officer at United Way Central Alberta. “By increasing our percentage of investment in Indigenous-led programming, we are taking steps towards our commitment to reconciliation & diversity, equity and inclusion while working towards creating thriving communities where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.”
Below is a comprehensive list of the 15 programs that will benefit from this round of three-year funding. Each program has undergone a rigorous review process and cover a wide range of needs, including education, mental health, poverty alleviation, and community development.
United Way Central Alberta would like to extend its gratitude to the community partners, donors, and volunteers who have generously contributed to making this funding allocation possible. Their continued support plays a vital role in enabling United Way Central Alberta to fulfill its mission of strengthening connections and fostering thriving communities.
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