Covid-19 Community Response Fund
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Launched on Monday, March 16, 2020, the COVID-19 Community Response Fund will support the work of frontline organizations that are collectively striving to ensure our most vulnerable citizens are safe and healthy.
We know this pandemic disproportionately impacts certain populations and our goal is to raise funds for programs and services that will directly benefit these individuals.
“This is a difficult time for everyone and we know those who are already marginalized in our community will be disproportionately impacted. We want every citizen in Waterloo Region and the organizations doing crucial work on the ground to know that we’re here to support them.” – Joan Fisk, CEO, United Way Waterloo Region Communities.
By giving to the COVID-19 Community Response Fund, you can provide support for frontline organizations, particularly those that aren’t always visible in our community but continue to provide critical support for the most vulnerable members in Waterloo Region.
The funds collected will stay here in Waterloo Region and go directly to organizations requiring more support at this time. United Way is working directly with our community partners to understand the needs and ensure help is directed where it is most needed. As this is a fluid and emerging situation, no decisions have been made about disbursements at this point – our priority right now is to raise funds. We are committed to full transparency and will share updates on this page as decisions are made and new information becomes available.
We recognize many people in our community are going through financial uncertainty right now and are grateful for the support this fund has already received. We hope the momentum continues and encourage you to give if you are in a position to do so. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 519-888-6100 or info@uwaywrc.ca.
United Way’s Response
Learn about the steps United Way Waterloo Region Communities is taking in response to the local impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supporting Our Partners
We are committed to ensuring our partners are able to do what is necessary in these unprecedented times. As a flexible funder we are listening to agencies about where they need to adjust supports and program funding to best meet community needs.
Supporting Individuals
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.
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.