In a challenging year, United Way invests record amount
Niagara, ON, January 28, 2021 – Last year was a tough one for many in Niagara. Businesses and agencies alike had to adapt overnight to a very different way of […]
Literacy Linked to Poverty
Literacy and PovertyMany important social issues are impacted by lower literacy rates – health, gender equality, food security and poverty. When an individual is able to read, write, do basic […]
Niagara suffering devastating effects of pandemic
Niagara region, ON – The devastating effects of the pandemic are pushing more people to the breaking point at a time when our community’s ability to answer the call is […]
Community Leaders Match Donations
Community Leaders Match DonationsIn a year when so many people may find themselves needing help from a community service for the first time, we have seen incredible generosity from those […]
From Addict to Advocate
This year, National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) is from November 22 to 28. The theme is Change Begins with Me, which puts the focus on the efforts and actions of individuals. […]
Community Health and Wellbeing: Our pledge to you
During Community Health and Wellbeing Week 2020 (October 5-11), members of the Alliance for Healthier Communities are celebrating all the efforts in communities across Ontario to continue to support the […]
Food security affects more than hunger, is it attainable?
Food security along with reliable housing, health care, job security, and strong relationships are crucial for a person to have a decent quality of life. Though Canada is known for […]
Making food insecurity #UNIGNORABLE
Niagara Community Garden Network makes United Way Niagara their official homeNiagara region, ON – Food security – defined as the state of having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of […]
United Way kicks off most important campaign in its history
United Way Niagara to kick off the most important campaign in its history Niagara, ON – We all know that poverty is hurting our community. Support and generosity of local […]
NOTL Business Owners Selling Masks For Community Impact
NOTL Business Owners Selling Masks For Community ImpactDomenic and Patrizia Trapasso, co-founders of NOTL’s Locomotive Marketing Inc., are helping Niagara residents stay safe and giving back to the community. As […]