United Way of the Alberta Capital Region brings together changemakers in the Edmonton area to tackle complex community issues. We focus on creating impactful, systemic change by strengthening mental well-being, removing educational barriers, and empowering financial security to build a resilient community where everyone can thrive.
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Our Three Focus Areas
Strengthening Mental Well-being
Strong mental health is a vital aspect of a person’s overall well-being, but there’s a significant unmet need for community-based support — and it’s hard to navigate the system. Such as:
Eliminating Barriers to Educational Success
Graduating high school sets a strong foundation for a successful and stable future. But too many families experience barriers that make it harder to stay in school. Such as:
Empowering Financial Security
To build a resilient community, people must have access to a diverse range of employment and income opportunities that enable financial security.
Collaboration for Impact
We work alongside a network of social sector partners to drive meaningful change in our region. Learn more about the organizations we partner with to create a community where no one is left behind.
Our Impact in 2023
262,914 people were helped through United Way, including:
262,914
people strengthened their mental well-being
89,000
people improved their financial security
48,000
people accessed educational supports
By focusing on addressing immediate needs, tackling systemic barriers, and creating long-term impact, we open doors to opportunity and empower everyone on their journey toward a brighter future. With United Way, your support has the power to create lasting change.
Who We Help
United Way takes a systems-wide approach participating in and contributing to a network of social programs and services, addressing a range of needs for vulnerable children, families, and individuals.
Through our extensive network of partners, we help support robust mental health networks, establish a solid foundation for success through education, and promote financial security, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Advancing equity and inclusion by addressing systemic barriers and creating opportunities for all community members.
Helping vulnerable youth stay in school, graduate, and build brighter futures through wraparound support.
An interactive simulation that helps students understand real-life budgeting, income, and financial decision-making.
Empowering youth to tackle local issues through leadership, teamwork, and community action.
Helping women build financial security through matched savings, money management training, and peer support.
Free, confidential help line connecting people to local supports for housing, mental health, food, and more—24/7.
Recent Articles
Every year, thousands of volunteers partner with United Way to give back in ways that are as rich and diverse as our community. Discover how every volunteer’s contribution to United Way creates a wave of positive change that ripples out across our region.
For over 30 years, United Way’s Red Tie Gala has been a cornerstone celebration of community spirit. Learn more about this year's recipients of the Awards of Distinction, which recognize outstanding individuals and organizations whose commitment to generosity, innovation, and leadership is driving lasting change in our region.
Discover how healing in Indigenous and marginalized communities is rooted in interconnected relationships, cultural traditions, and community strength, as shared by Pamela Spurvey, Indigenous Wellness Coordinator and facilitator for United Way’s Empower U program.
Get a look inside the GenNEXT Cabinet, where young professionals in the Alberta Capital Region come together to lead initiatives, advocate for change, and create lasting impact through United Way.
Women bring unique, invaluable strengths to leadership — collaboration, emotional intelligence, resilience, empathy, and an instinct for turning challenges into opportunities. Learn how you can recognize and embrace your strengths to lead boldly from where you are, lifting up those around you.
Discover how art therapy is transforming mental health care in the Alberta Capital Region through local agencies like The Family Centre. Supported by United Way, their innovative approach helps individuals build resilience, express emotions, and find healing through creativity.
