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For media inquiries and interview arrangements, or to join our media list, please contact us at communications@uwaywrc.ca or reach our to:
Sharlene Erasmus
Executive Assistant to the CEO
519-888-6100 ext. 267 | serasmus@uwaywrc.ca
Press Kit
United Way Waterloo Region Communities is dedicated to helping people live better lives in every one of the seven communities we serve. We are fundraisers who support a network of agencies whose programs and services are locally focused, informed, connected, and deeply invested in helping people reach their full potential.
Joan Fisk is Chief Executive Officer for United Way Waterloo Region Communities, part of the world’s largest privately funded non-profit organization. Joan brings 30 years of senior level executive experience to the role. Since joining the organization in 2017, Joan steered the integration of United Way Kitchener Waterloo & Area and United Way Cambridge & North Dumfries. Under Joan’s leadership, United Way Waterloo Region Communities has continued to be the second largest funding organization outside of government while also shifting the focus of its mission to driving community change and collaboration.
Contact: 519-888-6100 | info@uwaywrc.ca
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2022 Press Releases
- January 6, 2023: Over $2.8 million available in funding to Waterloo Region organizations through the Community Services Recovery Fund
- December 13, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities Appoints Dave Wilson as New Senior Director of Philanthropy
- December 9, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $718,871 through the General Community Fund
- December 1, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities launches Holiday Giving Campaign for a Cause.
- November 29, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities’ Giving Tuesday to put donor in driver’s seat with Campaign for a Cause.
- December 1, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities launches Holiday Giving “Campaign for a Cause"
- October 6, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $720,732 through the General Community Fund
- September 12, 2022: United Way Annual Campaign Launches with Walk This Way with Stacey Kay – March of 1000 Umbrellas
- July 6, 2022: In an Open Letter to Premier Doug Ford, United Ways across Ontario call for action on toughest issues facing Ontarians
- July 5, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $727,371 through the General Community Fund
- June 9, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities’ Annual Spirit Award Nominees and Winners
- April 26, 2022: UWWRC distributes $712,357 through General Community fund
- April 4, 2022: United Way Waterloo Region Communities launches Waterloo Region Relief Fund
- January 19, 2022: United Way WRC distributes $871,971 through General Community Fund
2021 Press Releases
- December 13, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities launches Preventing Homelessness Holiday Giving Fund
- October 7, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $724895 through General Community Fund
- September 16, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities Celebrates 80 years in Waterloo Region with 80 for 80th Virtual Auction
- August 6, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities Welcomes New Volunteer Board Members
- July 22, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $690,895.00 through General Community Fund
- June 29, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities raises over $87,000 through Children and Youth Summer Survival Fund
- June 7, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities launches Children and Youth Summer Survival Campaign
- February 9, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities provides over $4.6M in support in 2021
- January 21, 2021: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $560,490 to local organizations through 2nd Round of Emergency Community Support Fund
2020 Press Releases
- October 23, 2020: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $646,000 through General Community Fund and COVID-19 Response Fund
- August 14, 2020: United Way Waterloo Region Communities distributes $1,240,000 to local organizations through Emergency Community Support Fund
- May 19, 2020: Emergency Community Support Fund distributes $1,240,000 through United Way Waterloo Region Communities
- April 23, 2020: Over $800,000 in support announced for Region's charitable sector
- April 1, 2020: Funders united to support Region's charitable sector
Recent News
- International Women’s Day: Embracing Equity March 8, 2023
- More people turn to 211 as needs increase significantly February 11, 2023
- 2023 Pre-Budget Submission to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs from Ontario United Ways February 8, 2023
- Press Release: Over $2.8 million available in funding to Waterloo Region organizations through the Community Services Recovery Fund January 6, 2023
- United Way Waterloo Region Communities takes part in the Community Services Recovery Fund December 20, 2022
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