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The People Who Power 211: Changing Lives One Call at a Time
The first 211 service opened in Toronto in 2002. For the last 24 years, 211 has grown to become a well-known lifeline of information, referral and navigation services available across… Read More »The People Who Power 211: Changing Lives One Call at a Time
Press Release: United Way Announces $500,000 Donated to Local Non-Profits and Charities in Need This Quarter Alone
Download PDF WATERLOO REGION: United Way Waterloo Region (UWWR) has announced $500,000 in community investments for its fourth quarter (Q4), spanning January–March, 2026. Under its new model, this recent round… Read More »Press Release: United Way Announces $500,000 Donated to Local Non-Profits and Charities in Need This Quarter Alone
Press Release: United Way Waterloo Region Raises $111,740 on Giving Tuesday
Download PDF Waterloo Region, December 4, 2025 – United Way Waterloo Region is thrilled to announce that, thanks to the generosity of local donors and a $50,000 ‘donation match’ from… Read More »Press Release: United Way Waterloo Region Raises $111,740 on Giving Tuesday
Press Release: Local Charity And Pop-Culture-Guru Create A Film Festival That Gives Back
Waterloo Region – Get ready to travel back-and-forth through the best years of pop-culture, with six classic films about time travel! A local writer and pop-culture-guru, Joel Rubinoff, is showing… Read More »Press Release: Local Charity And Pop-Culture-Guru Create A Film Festival That Gives Back
Press Release: Financial stress leaving people vulnerable beyond their wallets: United Way Centraide Canada calls for stronger community supports
Read Full PDF New survey finds 42 per cent of people living in Canada could cover expenses for less than a month if their income was lost. OTTAWA, ON –… Read More »Press Release: Financial stress leaving people vulnerable beyond their wallets: United Way Centraide Canada calls for stronger community supports
Press Release: United Way Waterloo Region Announces $510,000 in Local Programs, But the Need Still Outpaces Available Resources
Download PDF WATERLOO REGION, ON – United Way Waterloo Region has announced its third-quarter community investments totalling $510,000, supporting 16 local organizations that are improving lives across the region. These… Read More »Press Release: United Way Waterloo Region Announces $510,000 in Local Programs, But the Need Still Outpaces Available Resources
Press Release: Women United Waterloo Region Hosts “Stronger Together” Event Highlighting Mental Health and Community Leadership
Download PDF WATERLOO REGION – Last night at Gowling WLG’s Kitchener office, Women United – Stronger Together unfolded as an extraordinary evening that blended leadership, compassion, vulnerability, and generosity. Hosted… Read More »Press Release: Women United Waterloo Region Hosts “Stronger Together” Event Highlighting Mental Health and Community Leadership
Press Release: United Way’s March of 1,000 Umbrellas Brings Record-Breaking Crowd to Downtown Waterloo Region.
Download PDF WATERLOO REGION, ON – United Way Waterloo Region proudly hosted its 7th Annual March of 1,000 Umbrellas today, with over 600 participants filling the streets between Waterloo City Hall… Read More »Press Release: United Way’s March of 1,000 Umbrellas Brings Record-Breaking Crowd to Downtown Waterloo Region.
Press Release: Wave Maker Craft Brewery Launching “United Wave” – A Beer That Gives Back
Download PDF WATERLOO REGION – United Way Waterloo Region is raising a glass to community spirit with a brand-new collaboration with Wave Maker Craft Brewery Company. The brewery has launched… Read More »Press Release: Wave Maker Craft Brewery Launching “United Wave” – A Beer That Gives Back