100% of your donation stays in Windsor-Essex County
1 in 7 kids in Windsor-Essex County are living in poverty. (Canada Census 2021)
Supporting families in our local community since 1947
Celebrating Women Who Inspire Us Signature Luncheon
On Wednesday, May 8th, join us for an inspirational luncheon featuring speaker, Christina Stramacchia.
What’s Happening at United Way
Bringing Affordable Housing Home: An Action Plan for Housing Stability in Ontario
400 Ontario nonprofit leaders, including United Way, have identified 7 high-impact ways government can make a difference for Ontarians in most dire need of affordable housing.
Julia’s Journey: From Challenges to Triumphs
Meet Julia, who tells us in her own words about her transformative journey with On Track To Success where she felt empowered to overcome her challenges as a newcomer to Canada and learned that asking for help is truly the bravest thing.
We’re excited to partner with Anna’s Garden, Home & Wellness this month for their Spring Fundraiser!
100% of proceeds from this fundraiser stay local – right here in Windsor-Essex County and help create a stronger community, for all of us, for the future.
Every child deserves the right to reach their full potential
Imagine a childhood where dreams seem out of reach because of the harsh realities of poverty. For far too many kids in Windsor-Essex, this is their reality. Their potential and dreams for the future, cut short by circumstances beyond their control. It’s an unacceptable truth that can’t be ignored.
Did you know our community has the highest rate of child poverty in Canada according to the latest census data? In fact, 1 in 7 kids live in poverty across Windsor-Essex, and that rate is as high as 1 in 3 kids in some neighbourhoods.
But here’s the glimmer of hope: every step we take to support local kids in our community is a step towards a path out of poverty and a brighter future. It’s an investment not just in them, but in an economically stronger and more compassionate community.
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When we work together, we’re not just providing food, education, and stability. We’re nurturing dreams, igniting potential, and shaping tomorrow’s leaders. We’re showing kids that they don’t have to stay in the cycle of poverty. We’re showing kids that they matter.