Our 2020 Backpack Program is back and in full swing! We are organizing our supplies and we are ready to start packing! We are pleased to announce that Sarah Raynsford has returned as our Backpack Program Coordinator. That makes 3 years in a row and we are thrilled to have
Today, we are pleased to announce that Northern Credit Union, which are represented locally with locations in Chesley, Durham, Elmwood and Holstein, have launched a campaign called True North Stronger Fund which supports efforts by United Ways in their surrounding communities during the pandemic. We are so thankful for the
The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted us all but for those who were already struggling or have lost their job, these are very tough times indeed.In addition to our Utility Assistance Program which provides help for heating and electricity costs for low income households, there are other programs available as well.
The Government of Canada, through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), worked with United Way Centraide Canada (UWCC), Community Foundations of Canada and the Canadian Red Cross to establish the foundational program design for the Emergency Community Support Fund. Thank you for your interest, the fund is now closed for
When we put the call out to thank the front line workers at our local term care homes while we help out our local Girl Guide packs as well – YOU responded! What an incredible community we have! Thanks to your amazing generosity, 744 boxes (62 cases) of Girl Guide
Full time contract position: May 27 to March 31st 2021, Wage rate: $25 hr, 37.5 hr/week, 44 weeks The United Way of Bruce Grey has received a grant to hire a full time Financial Literacy Co-ordinator to assist Bruce Grey residents navigate various income supports during the Covid 19 Pandemic.
And that’s a wrap! Thanks to incredible community assistance and support, we are happy to announce that our Hamper Project for vulnerable seniors and children affected by deep poverty is now complete. We’d like to thank all of our amazing donors, volunteers and the following businesses and organizations who helped
We are on scene at the Heritage Place Mall in Owen Sound (which is closed due to the pandemic) to pack food hampers for vulnerable seniors and families with children. These hampers will be going to individuals and families who have been identified by local agencies such as New Horizons
The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted us all but for those who were already struggling or have lost their job, these are very tough times indeed. In addition to our Utility Assistance Program which provides help for heating and electricity costs for low income households, there are other programs available as
We are happy to announce that 60 local individuals who were previously homeless have now been housed in apartments. The majority of these individuals do not own anything, not even the bare essentials to outfit their fresh start. We want them to be successful in their new residence and we
