Creating impact in your community

In 2019, United Way supported 121 local community programs and 50 collaborative initiatives that helped 179,162 people build better lives.

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United Way brings people together to solve social issues and improve local lives. This work would be impossible without the support of local agencies, corporations, community leaders, government—and people like you.

Your donation helps improve lives right here in your community—it ensures important services are available to kids, families, and individuals when and where they need them the most. When you invest in United Way, you are investing in community-wide programs and long-term planning initiatives that improve lives and create lasting social change in our community.

See the lives changed

Meet a few of the people your support has impacted.

Brenda

Brenda

Brenda moved to Calgary in April of 2013 to look after her elderly parents. As their sole caregiver, her life consisted of doctor appointments and hospital visits.
Angelica

Angelica

When Angelica moved to Canada 15 years ago, she was hoping to give her daughter a chance at a better life. But adjusting to life in Canada was hard.
Dez

Dez

Dez grew up in the foster care system. Her foster family considered showers and hairbrushes a luxury, and some days she was only given one meal.
Ann

Ann

For Ann, reaching isolated seniors and ensuring they feel a sense of belonging is vital for her community.
Priscilla

Priscilla

Stigma stopped Priscilla from reaching out for help. Now, she works to help others.
Travis

Travis

Travis went from experiencing homelessness to studying at university. Now, he’s helping others get their lives on track.
Jayce

Jayce

When Jayce’s kids, Nadine and Chase, were falling behind in reading, she felt like she’d failed them.
Randy

Randy

Randy supports Calgary's Indigenous youth as they gain the skills and confidence they need to become leaders.
Nuhaa

Nuhaa

When Nuhaa was eight, her family settled in Canada after fleeing war-stricken Syria. She was lonely, shy, and struggling with trauma.
Diamond Willow Youth Lodge

Diamond Willow Youth Lodge

Johnny and Princess, members of the Diamond Willow Youth Lodge’s youth council, explain how this first-of-its-kind gathering space is making a difference.

Learn more about the issues you’re helping to solve

Your investment is hard at work solving complex issues in your local community. See the most pressing ones:

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Poverty

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Kids

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Communities

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Mental Health

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Social Isolation

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Domestic Violence

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Intergenerational Trauma

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Readiness For Success

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School and Career Success

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Basic Needs

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Financial Stability

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Employment Opportunities

Invest in your community to see change at a local level. Your gift gives your family, friends, and neighbours a hand up when they need it most.

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