United Way WRC

National Philanthropy Day, celebrated on November 15th, is an occasion to recognize and honour the profound impact of charitable giving and volunteering in our communities. This day serves as a… Read More »November 15 is National Philanthropy Day

United Way Waterloo Region Communities (WRC) is proud to support and champion the Living Wage initiative in our community. The term “living wage” refers to the income level that allows… Read More »United Way WRC Supports the Living Wage

Opinion Editorial By Joan Fisk Published in The Waterloo Record Umbrellas can heal our communities. Does that sound odd? It might. Until we understand the role and importance of umbrella… Read More »Umbrella organizations shelter us all -Opinion Editorial

By Arjun Verma (Wilfrid Laurier MBA Student) As someone deeply committed to community service, my journey as a member of the volunteer Community Investment Team (CIT) for United Way Waterloo… Read More »“My Journey as a Community Investment Volunteer”

Don’t let apathy stifle compassion Opinion Editorial By Joan Fisk Published in The Waterloo Record & The Hamilton Spectator If we want to solve problems in our community, we’ve got… Read More »Don’t Let Apathy Stifle Compassion – Opinion Editorial

🗓 Date: June 12, 2024🕔 Time: 5:30PM – 6:15PM📍Location: 50 Sportsworld Crossing Rd, Suite 220, Kitchener ON, N2P 0A4 RSVP Information:Please confirm your attendance by emailing us at info@uwaywrc.ca by… Read More »Annual General Meeting

rare: Local Earth Day Opportunities By Sloan Stark, United Way WRC Co-op Student (Jan-April 2024) United Way WRC believes in acting on the expertise of local service providers. We believe… Read More »rare: Local Earth Day Opportunities

Make it liveable The CampaignThe goal of Make it Livable is to demonstrate that doubling social-assistance rates is not only the right thing to do for vulnerable Ontarians, but it makes economic… Read More »Make it Liveable

211: Vital National Helpline to Access Resources and Support On February 11, the United Way Centraide network celebrates 211 Day to raise awareness so more people can access support through… Read More »211: Vital National Helpline to Access Resources and Support