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At 85 years, United Way was built for this moment
For 85 years, our city’s spirit of generosity and compassion has been the driving force...
CEO, Community ImpactFinding Confidence in the Classroom: How Tutoring Tables are Helping Students Thrive
For Ricardo, the 2024 school year didn’t start the way he had hoped. He was...
Readiness for Success, School & Career SuccessGet to Know Your 2025 Campaign Co-Chair Scott Barron
We are excited to welcome Scott Barron as one of your 2025 Campaign Co-Chairs. We...
Community Impact, InnovationGet to Know Your 2025 Campaign Co-Chair Linda Olsen
We’re proud to introduce Linda Olsen as one of your 2025 Co-Chairs. Linda is a...
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Two dedicated United Way of Calgary and Area volunteers recognized with this year’s Top 7 Over 70 Award!
Among the honourees were two remarkable volunteer leaders from United Way of Calgary and Area—Ron...
Community Impact, Diversity & Inclusion, Healthy Aging, Intergenerational Trauma, Social InclusionHope in Action: Building Community from the Ground Up
The Sunalta Community Association has long been a gathering place for Calgarians, and now it’s...
Basic Needs, Community Impact, Diversity & Inclusion, Social InclusionHope in Action: Fuelling Change Through Decades of Commitment
For more than three decades, Canadian Natural has been a driving force behind United Way...
Community ImpactHope in Action: Answering Every Call for Help
When Calgarians are in crisis, Distress Centre Calgary is there to listen—24/7. Each year, the...
Community Impact, Mental HealthChampioning Calgary’s Children: A Collective Award for a Shared Mission
Karen Young, President and CEO, was named a recipient of a Champion for Children Award...
CEO, Community Impact, Readiness for SuccessHonouring the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation: A 2025 Resource Guide
United Way is honoured to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation which is observed...
Diversity & Inclusion, Healthy Relationships, Mental Health, Poverty, Social Inclusion, Socioeconomic Well-Being