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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 Impact85 Years of United Way: Reflecting on our Legacy, Building the Future
My vision for the next decade is to break the cycle of poverty, prioritize mental...
CEO, Community Impact, Healthy Relationships, Mental Health, Social Inclusion, Socioeconomic Well-BeingWalking In Her Father’s Footsteps
This Father’s Day, and as part of our 85th anniversary, Sherri Merkel shares her passion...
Community Impact, Healthy Relationships, Social InclusionNational Indigenous History Month 2025
June is National Indigenous History Month — a time to reflect, learn and engage more...
#DoLocalGood, Diversity & InclusionA Legacy of Philanthropy
When Alec Clark and Sloan Pipella-Clark reflect on their 38-year marriage, one theme shines through:...
CEO, Community Impact, Financial Stability, Mental Health, Poverty, Socioeconomic Well-BeingUCraft Club—Crafting Connections at United Way
From knitting to miniature-making, our craft club—called the UCraft Club—is where creativity meets connection.
Community Impact, Diversity & Inclusion, Social InclusionIgniting Hope: 2024 United Way Workplace Campaigns
Running a workplace fundraising campaign for United Way of Calgary and Area inspires employees, strengthens...
Community Impact, Employment Opportunities, InnovationCelebrating Black History Month – Grassroots Empowerment Moh’kins’tsis
The contributions of Black Canadians are woven into the fabric of our nation’s history and...
Community Impact, Diversity & Inclusion, Healthy Relationships, Social Inclusion, Socioeconomic Well-BeingHope Is in Your Hands This Family Day
Join us this Family Day to make a difference – whether by giving, connecting with...
Community Impact, Healthy RelationshipsMental Health Matters – Let’s Keep Talking
Breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness is vital to ensuring individuals and families can seek...
Mental HealthLara Conrad: Building a Community of Compassion and Support in Calgary
On this National Philanthropy Day, we thank all United Way supporters who give so generously...
Community Impact, Healthy Relationships, Social InclusionLife Insurance that Gives Back
Donating a life insurance policy to charity is a simple yet powerful way to make...
Community ImpactIn the spirit of our journey to promote reconciliation, we would like to honour the truth of our shared history and acknowledge Treaty 7 territory and the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, that includes the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani First Nations. We acknowledge the traditional lands of the Tsuut'ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda, including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations. We would also like to recognize the Métis people, and the Inuit people who have made their home here in Moh'kins'tsis, also known as Calgary.