All human, all equal
This year on Human Rights Day, December 10, we are continuing our collective commitment towards reducing inequalities and advancing human rights for all — because everyone in our community deserves […]
Bullying: harmful, scarring, traumatizing
Growing up I remember witnessing various forms of bullying at school. Throughout elementary school there was always a “bully” in every classroom. Back then, long before social media, the kids […]
Ontario Thorold Paper Foundation showing #LocalLove since 2017
Philanthropy in NiagaraNovember 15 is National Philanthropy Day®, set aside to recognize and pay tribute to the phenomenal contributions that those active in the philanthropic community have made in our […]
Making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people
October is Community Support Services Month in Ontario and the message behind this month is of particular importance to United Way Niagara as we continue to support programs and services […]
Taking care of yourself to care of others
During Mental Illness Awareness Week, United Way Niagara is making an effort to highlight the challenges many in our community face each day involving mental health and what the right […]
United Way aims to help 120,000 people through 2021 Campaign
United Way aims to help 120,000 people through 2021 CampaignNiagara, ON – We are all looking forward to getting back to ‘normal’. But what is normal? For nearly 60,000 people […]
Giving Back After Overcoming Hard Times
Ken was a single dad experiencing tough times, but United Way agencies helped him get back on his feet—and now he pays it forward.“I grew up in Canada and was […]
Food Banks facing unprecedented demand in Niagara
Social service agencies have seen demand for support grow substantiallyThe first Friday in September each year is National Food Bank Day, and the message behind this day of recognition is […]
Increasing Barrier Free Access to Food Security Through Community Gardens: The Role of Niagara Region Municipalities in Advancing Policy and Reducing Barriers
Increasing Barrier Free Access to Food Security Through Community Gardens: The Role of Niagara Region Municipalities in Advancing Policy and Reducing BarriersUnited Way Niagara and Niagara Community Garden Network Release […]
The RRPC Innovation Foundation steps up again to support kids throughout the summer
Niagara, ON, August 2021 – When funding was short to finish the school year for United Way’s After School Matters program, The RRPC Innovation Foundation stepped up in a big […]