United Way’s Response to COVID-19
*Video courtesy of Memory Tree.
This is an unprecedented time in our community. But as a community, we have risen to unexpected and urgent challenges before. United Way has always played a role in convening and mobilizing people around the most pressing needs in our community and this time is no different.
You can be the one to help by donating to our COVID-19 Community Response Fund.
*If you experience any technical issues while trying to make a donation, please click here.
United Is In Our Name
United Way Waterloo Region Communities (UWWRC) realizes that as an organization we must step back, listen, learn, and work harder toward undoing the devastating effects of systemic racism. United is in our name and we want to ensure we stand behind that and beside all those who want to make a difference.
“We must listen to our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Colour) community and let them inform, instruct and change us,” said Joan Fisk, UWWRC CEO.
Support for Individuals
Looking for help but not sure where to turn?
Community Mask Distribution
As the Region of Waterloo enters Phase 3 of reopening in Ontario, we want to ensure there is support for those who may not have access to masks. We have compiled a database that lists local mask distribution sites across the Region. We have also included information on how to donate masks.
Financial Relief Navigator
United Way Centride Canada is proud to support the Financial Relief Navigator (FRN), an English and French online tool providing a one-stop portal to help vulnerable Canadians access critical emergency benefits and financial relief from governments, financial institutions, telecoms and internet providers.
211 Ontario
United Way is proud to fund 211 Ontario. 211 is a free and confidential service that ensures access to information about community and social programs in Waterloo Region is only a phone call away.
Funded Organizations
The COVID-19 Community Response Fund is continuing to accept donations to support crisis-related needs of Waterloo Region charitable organizations. You can help ensure vital community services remain uninterrupted by donating to United Way’s COVID-19 Community Response Fund. See the organizations currently receiving funding here.
Contact Us
To ensure the health and safety of our staff, we are continuing operations with our team working remotely. Our offices are now closed but rest assured we are still working to serve our community. We are conducting all internal and external meetings via telephone and video conferencing.
Hours of Operation:
- Monday – Friday (8:30am – 4:30pm)
Contact us:
- Phone: 519-888-6100
- Email: info@uwaywrc.ca
Should there be any changes to this, we will share those updates here as we continue to monitor announcements and advisories from the Region of Waterloo and Ontario’s Ministry of Health.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
*If you have any questions or if you experience technical issues while trying to make a donation, please call (519) 888-6100 for assistance. Alternatively, you can make an online donation through our Canada Helps page here. Thank you for your support and understanding.