In this unprecedented time, everyone is experiencing disruption to their lives. Human connection is not the same virtually and feelings of isolation are common. Everyone should be able to receive the support they need, no matter their income.  

How your gift makes a difference:

This gift is an example of how your support to United Way Central Alberta helps improve access for anyone to access critical mental health programs. This gift will be used to fund a community program within the Healthy Communities focus area. 

Many women remain in abusive relationships due to lack of support and knowledge of options available to them. This has been made worse by the pandemic. This gift gives local women the opportunity to receive education and a helping hand to make healthy decisions to remove themselves and their children out of harm’s way. 

How your gift makes a difference:

This gift is an example of how your support to United Way Central Alberta helps improve access for families to critical health and social programs. This gift will be used to fund a community program within the Healthy Communities and Poverty to Possibility focus areas. 

Supporting seniors to live independently at home has never been more important. Through outreach support and meal programs, many seniors throughout the region will be able to stay in their home and connected to their community.  

How your gift makes a difference:

This gift is an example of how your support to United Way Central Alberta helps seniors to live independently with the assistance of critical social programs. This gift will be used to fund a community program within the Healthy Communities focus area. 

While unemployment can affect anyone, low income earners are most vulnerable because they don’t have savings. Helping people re-enter the workforce or improve their employment situation benefits their family and our community. 

How your gift makes a difference:

This gift is an example of how your support to United Way Central Alberta helps people who are unemployed or underemployed improve their situation. This gift will be used to fund a community program within the Poverty to Possibility focus area. 

Every day, one in six children don’t have enough food to eat making it difficult to grow and learn. Seniors who are isolated often do not get the nutrition they need. People of all ages need access to affordable food. 

How your gift makes a difference:

This gift is an example of how your support to United Way Central Alberta helps people who are experiencing food insecurity. This gift will be used to fund a community program within the Healthy Community and All that Kids Can Be focus areas. 

Giving kids a safe and supportive place to hang out, allows them to participate in fun activities that keep them engaged. This gift allows a child to have a safe after- school environment which provides a vital foundation for their future and nourishment for their soul. 

How your gift makes a difference:

This gift is an example of how your support to United Way Central Alberta helps a local child to  experience healthy relationships and build the life skills that they need to succeed. This gift will be used to fund a community program within the All that Kids Can Be focus area.