UNITED WAY BRITISH COLUMBIA
United Way British Columbia | United, We Are Stronger
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United Way British Columbia
United Way British Columbia (UWBC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering healthy, caring, and inclusive communities across British Columbia. It was formed on July 1, 2021, through the merger of six regional United Way organizations: United Way of the Lower Mainland, United Way of Trail and District, United Way Southern Interior BC, Thomson Nicola Cariboo United Way, United Way East Kootenay, and United Way Central and Northern Vancouver Island. Subsequent mergers included Powell River and District United Way on April 4, 2023, and United Way of Northern BC on October 1, 2023.
Mission and Focus Areas
UWBC's mission is to strengthen vital connections that support people in need within local BC communities. Its focus areas include urgent response, children and youth, seniors, poverty, mental health, food security, and capacity building. The organization aims to support a wide network of services and programs that focus on prevention and immediate assistance.
Program Initiatives
Seniors Program
A significant portion of UWBC's program spending is dedicated to supporting seniors, with initiatives like the Hi Neighbour program. This program encourages community involvement by organizing events that bring communities together. In a recent year, UWBC supported 12 Hi Neighbour initiatives, engaging around 18,000 neighbours.
Period Promise Campaign
UWBC also runs the Period Promise campaign to increase access to free menstrual products. The campaign addresses the barriers caused by a lack of menstrual products, such as missing events and feeling ashamed, which affect half of those who menstruate in BC.
Food Security
UWBC addresses food insecurity, which affects almost 860,000 British Columbians, by operating 23 regional community food hubs. These hubs delivered 3.2 million meals and hampers to over 450,000 families and individuals across BC in a recent year.
Impact
United Way Centraide in British Columbia annually invests approximately $36 million in local communities. It supports over 1,144 programs and reaches a population of about 4.2 million people, contributing to moving individuals from poverty to possibility, helping children reach their full potential, and building strong, healthy communities.
Business Registration
United Way British Columbia is registered as a charity with the Business Registration Number 108160185RR0001.
Community Involvement
UWBC's work involves partnerships with local citizens, agencies, and organizations to address social issues and improve community lives. It also involves research into community challenges, strengthening nonprofit organizations, and influencing public attitudes and policies to drive long-term social change.
[1] https://uwbc.ca [2] https://www.unitedway.ca/provinces/british-columbia/ [3] https://bc.211.ca/agency-details/united-way-british-columbia-uwbc-9487691/ [4] https://www.charityintelligence.ca/charity-details/1060-united-way-british-columbia [5] https://unitedway.ubc.ca/faqs/united_way_faqs/
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Today is World Mental Health Day. If you need help and you don’t know where to start, stop searching. Dial or text 2-1-1. 📞 211 Resource Navigators are available to provide free and confidential information about supports and services in your community for your situation. Topics can include mental health, income assistance, food programs, legal resources, shelter information, wildfire recovery, newcomer supports, and much more. Lines are open 9am to 9pm, Monday to Friday (excluding holidays). Interpretation is available to callers in over 240 languages. 211 British Columbia is operated by United Way BC and is part of a network of 211 services throughout North America. #WorldMentalHealthDay #HelpStartsHere #UnitedForPeopleInNeed (fb)
One in ten Canadians have experienced homelessness in their lifetime, and many more worry about rent increases, food costs, and the reality of living on a fixed income every day. Tomorrow is World Homeless Day and we reaffirm our commitment to easing the pressures of securing safe, affordable and appropriate housing as people navigate their way through challenging times, through innovative programs such as: ❤️Reaching Home – Prevents, addresses, and works towards reducing chronic homelessness in Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo: https://uwbc.ca/program/reaching-home/ 🏠100 More Homes – Collaborative approach to building a system of housing and supports to prevent and address homelessness in Penticton: https://uwbc.ca/program/100-more-homes-penticton/ 🍎 Food Security - Helps British Columbians access healthy, nutritious, and culturally preferable food through Food Hubs, Food Link and Food Security Grants Seniors : https://uwbc.ca/our-work/#food-security 💪 Healthy Aging - Enhances older adults’ healthy aging process and enable them to live independently at home for as long as possible: https://uwbc.ca/our-work/#seniors ☀️United Way BC’s School’s Out – Provides after-school activities, cultural connections, mentorships, and nutritious meals for vulnerable children: https://uwbc.ca/program/schools-out/ With your support, we help to meet the basic needs of our communities’ most vulnerable people and families. Together, we are United for People In Need. #WorldHomelessDay #HomelessActionWeek #unitedforcommunities #unitedforpeopleinneed (fb)
Poslední komentáře
🌟 It's inspiring to see organizations like United Way British Columbia stepping up to support our communities in such meaningful ways! Let's all do our part to lend a helping hand and make a difference for those in need. Together, we are stronger! 💪❤️detail |
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💚 Thank you, United Way BC, for your dedication to helping our most vulnerable citizens! Whether it's providing food access or supporting mental health, every effort counts. Let's unite to create a healthier and more inclusive community for everyone! 🌈✨detail |
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- What strategies can we implement to better support communities affected by wildfires in British Columbia and ensure rapid response during future crises?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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- How can we engage local businesses and organizations more effectively to contribute to food security initiatives for vulnerable populations in BC?Odpovědí: 3, Naposledy před 1 den detail |
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Supporting those impacted by wildfires with rapidresponse support funding and supplies to communities. Help connect BCs most vulnerable citizens with the support they need. Lending a hand in times of crisis Supporting health and wellness through food access Helping older adults stay independent and engaged Setting children on their path to success Educating to grow businesses and nonprofits for good Connecting people to community resources Building relationships and supporting reconciliation Building connections in your neighbourhood Help connect BCs most vulnerable citizens with the support they need. Discover the many ways you can help us invest in programs and services.
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