Giving

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Show your Local Love

With your support, we can break down barriers, improve lives, and create opportunities for the people who need us the most.

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Together, we can tackle the greatest challenges facing the most vulnerable people in our communities.

When you make a donation, you make big things happen.

  • You help us address the most pressing needs to poverty and homelessness.
  • You give kids the support they need to achieve success.
  • You ensure those facing mental health crises get the help they need, when they need it.
  • You make sure seniors can maintain their independence and stay connected with loved ones.

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Gifts that go further

Making a gift is secure, easy and goes directly to helping our community where it matters most. When you invest in United Way, you invest in a better community for all of us. Here are just a few examples of what you make possible:

112,000

local people thriving from support by United Way funded programs and services.

44

programs at 39 agencies across Elgin Middlesex funded by your donations through our community fund.

1,101

clients received help through housing stability programs. 

When you give to United Way, your donation:

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Stays in Elgin Middlesex

Every donation to our Community Fund stays 100% local, always. What’s raised here goes into vital programs helping your friends, neighbours and families thrive.

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Drives Impact with Strategic Philanthropy

We achieve impact because United Way is an expert in identifying community needs and responding with effective, lasting solutions.

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Creates Collective Action

We’re united because we involve many individuals and organizations, making our community stronger, healthier and more productive. United Way is a leader in understanding the root causes of social issues and bringing together people and resources to find lasting solutions.

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Builds Strong Partnerships

Many local companies provide valuable recognition and demonstrate corporate citizenship by supporting the community where their employees live and work.

For more information, please contact us:

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