Community Investment

At United Way Niagara, every dollar you donate fuels change in our community. Our Community Investment strategy ensures that resources are directed where they are needed most.

Our Priority Areas

All That Kids Can Be

Supporting children and youth with essential resources for school, along with education programs in literacy, numeracy, skill development, and after-school activities.

From Poverty To Possibility

Help people acquire and maintain safe, secure, accessible, affordable and appropriate housing.

Healthy People, Strong Communities

Help with community kitchens, school meal programs, food distribution initiatives and community gardens.

Community Investment Process

Our Community Investment Process allows United Way to invest in the most pressing and complex human and social needs facing our community. Each year, we accept applications for funding in one of three priority areas on a rotating basis: All That Kids Can Be, Healthy People, Strong Communities and Poverty To Possibility. Applications are evaluated by our panel of dedicated volunteers to ensure that our donors contributions are invested where they can create the greatest impact.

United Way annually raises funds through our campaign to support our investment process. Funding applications are reviewed by a panel of community volunteers who dedicate many hours to evaluate how funds will make the greatest impact on Niagara. After funding recommendations are submitted, investments are made through a rigorous review process. This formalizes the investment in impact services and programs that change lives right here in Niagara. We strive to invest in the most impactful programs and services that improve the quality of life of people in Niagara.