Black History Month
“Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this nation: The potential for greatness lives within each of us.”… Read More »Black History Month
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Press Release: United Way distributes $500,000 to empower local charities & non-profits
United Way Supports 42 local charities & non-profits (January-March 2025) Download PDF Press Release. United Way Waterloo Region Communities (WRC) is proud to announce the allocation of $500,000 in community… Read More »Press Release: United Way distributes $500,000 to empower local charities & non-profits
Tamil Heritage Month & Alzheimer’s awareness Month
During the month of January, in Canada, we celebrate Tamil Heritage Month, as well as Alzheimer’s awareness Month. Tamil Heritage month is celebrated in January as the first month of… Read More »Tamil Heritage Month & Alzheimer’s awareness Month
November 15 is National Philanthropy Day
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 WRC Supports the Living Wage
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
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
United Way is steadfast in its commitment to opposing hate and violence in all forms, advocating for a society that values dignity, respect, and equality for all individuals. November, in… Read More »Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Umbrella organizations shelter us all -Opinion Editorial
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
“My Journey as a Community Investment Volunteer”
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
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
Annual General Meeting
🗓 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