Together, we're making a difference
United Way of the Alberta Capital Region’s President & CEO, Rob Yager, shares his gratitude for our supporters who step up to make a difference and introduce some of the people you’ve helped.
The latest news and stories about United Way of the Alberta Capital Region and how we are changing lives in our community, together.
United Way of the Alberta Capital Region’s President & CEO, Rob Yager, shares his gratitude for our supporters who step up to make a difference and introduce some of the people you’ve helped.
In 2022, as inflation exacerbated existing economic strain, causing increased needs for food access and security, higher energy costs, and decreased housing affordability, United Way’s 211 helpline became more vital than ever to connect people to the services they need.
The Community Services Recovery Fund is a historic one-time investment of $400 million
The affordability crisis is putting pressure on non-profits too. Learn more how United Way is collaborating with frontline agencies, all levels of government, and passionate changemakers to build a stronger social sector.
In the face of the challenges over the last year, there was good news to share too. From curating a kid-friendly reading list to powerful stories of resilience, here are five stories you might have missed last year.
Maritza shares her story of escaping Colombia and coming to Canada as a refugee, and how her experience – and the support she received from United Way-funded programs – helped her rebuild her life.
United Way of the Alberta Capital Region participe au Fonds de relance des services communautaires, un investissement de 400 millions de dollars dans les organismes de bienfaisance et les organismes à but non lucratif.
United Way of the Alberta Capital Region takes part in the Community Services Recovery Fund – a $400 million investment in charities and non-profits.
United Way of the Alberta Capital Region is rallying residents of the metropolitan region to support our most vulnerable community members during a season of urgent need.
Participants share how they changed their lives and achieved their dreams with support from United Way’s financial empowerment initiative.
Period poverty is impacting people in the Alberta Capital Region, but United Way’s Period Promise is here to help.
Over 70 United Way volunteers from 16 Edmonton-region engineering firms came together to transform Camp Yowochas, a year-round outdoor education centre and campsite run by YWCA Edmonton.
