We Are All Human
“We are all human, and we all have stories,” said Elisabeth Zimmermann, Executive Director of YWCA Niagara Region. Each person helped by the YWCA is unique, and there is no […]
Building Community Across Generations
Dr. Rose Tannous, a loyal United Way donor for more than 25 years, was first introduced to United Way casually by friends. Since then, she has seen the need continue […]
Attachment is Key
Attachment is Key: A look at preventing youth homelessnessHomelessness is complex and traumatic, especially for youth. Youth homelessness often leads to a lifetime of chronic and precarious housing situations. Once someone […]
Every Moment Matters
Moments matter. Each and every moment, action, conversation and connection made through volunteering makes a significant impact for the causes we all care about. We sat down with volunteer Shelley […]
Supporting At-Risk Youth
Together, we’ve connected thousands of people in Niagara to essential local resources, from food programs to mental health and housing support. These achievements – made possible by the tireless work […]
Every Journey Begins with a Single Step
Every Journey Begins with a Single StepGrazia Sheppard is the Program Director of Westview Centre4women. She was first introduced to Westview Centre4Women as a participant 14 years ago.Grazia’s journey to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]