Period Promise makes a big impact with even the smallest contribution
After many years at United Way Niagara, I’ve learned that even a small change can really make a difference to someone in need. That was the shared sentiment when I […]
United Way asks Niagara businesses to sign the Period Promise Policy
Niagara, ON, May 17, 2022 – Over the past few years United Way Niagara has been paving the path towards menstrual equity in Niagara through the Period Promise campaign, collecting […]
Congratulations to our 2021 Campaign Award winners!
Thanks to the incredible efforts demonstrated by volunteers, donors, and workplaces, United Way can continue to support more than 125 vital social service programs throughout Niagara. Today we celebrate the […]
A little empathy goes a long way
The pandemic has affected all of us, but not all equally. As we support each other this Mental Health Week, United Way is placing a particular focus on workers in […]
United Way’s Period Promise campaign sets goal to collect 400,000 period products
Niagara, ON (April 29, 2022) – United Way’s Period Promise campaign works to eradicate period poverty in Niagara. Choosing between period products and basic necessities is normal for thousands in […]
Celebrating National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week 2022During National Volunteer Week, we want to personally thank all of our volunteers for giving their time and energy to support the Niagara community. At United Way, […]
The power of positivity
Story telling is a powerful way to open one’s eyes to our similarities and differences and help to understand the world we live in. It can teach empathy and even […]
Women supporting women
After an employment program helped Honey change her own life, she knew she wanted to help other women do the same thing.“I know that United Way can change a life […]
Rose City Seniors Centre Foundation: supporting United Way providing aid for Welland seniors
Niagara, ON (March 2) – In September 2021, the Rose City Seniors Centre Foundation officially dissolved and left behind a legacy of meaningful support for seniors in Welland. United Way […]
United Way Niagara supports nearly 123,000 people locally
Despite challenges of COVID-19, United Way Niagara supports nearly 123,000 people locallyNiagara, ON, February 17 – Reflecting on another year dealing with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic likely brings […]