CHANGE A LIFE
Over 350 advocates are set to descend in at the Provincial Summit on Aging November 6 to 8, hosted by Healthy Aging by United Way and the Community-Based Seniors’ Service Leadership Council. The second biennial summit will bring together leaders from local organizations, older adults, family and friend caregivers, academia and government. The diverse group
On October 8 a crowd of community champions gathered at the Woodward’s building in Gastown for Better Together by United Way. Better Together was an event designed by donors, for donors. After consulting with United Way supporters earlier this year, event organizers heard there was demand for something simple, with major impact. There was a call to
According to new research released today by United Way British Columbia, almost half (46%) of British Columbians say they sometimes feel lonely – but there is an upside. The same poll also found that giving back as part of a group, whether you donate time or money, makes us feel better than doing it alone.
The Vancouver tech community gathered this past Sunday to hack the Grouse Grind, taking part in the 4th annual United Way Tech Grind presented by McMillan LLP. Teams raced to the top of Grouse Mountain – all 2,830 steps, 2.9 km and 853 meters in elevation – all while raising funds for United Way’s School’s
On Tuesday June 18, 2019 United Way British Columbia held its 89th Annual General Meeting. The gathering was a chance to reflect on the progress made since adopting our 2018-2023 Strategic Plan. In just one year, we’ve implemented many innovative approaches to live our new mission: serving the needs of our local communities, while igniting
Long-time community supporter, John DeLucchi, has been recognized with the 2018 Joseph and Rosalie Segal United Way Community Vision Award. He received the tribute Tuesday night surrounded by family and friends at United Way British Columbia’s Pathfinders Dinner, an annual recognition event for major gift donors. The Community Vision Award recognizes individuals or families who have
On Sunday, September 23rd, the 5th Annual UPS Plane Pull reached peak cruising altitude, taking-off and landing in style. Eighteen teams competed at UPS’s hangar at YVR, raising $30,000 for children and youth across our communities. Teams tested their strength by pulling a Boeing 757 jet across the tarmac – no small feat considering it weighs about 127,000 lbs! Pulling for change As a fundraiser, as
On September 20, 2018, residents from across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley celebrated United Way Day by showing us something we’ve known all along: that they’re one in a million! In recognition of this fact, we formally launched an ambitious new goal: to inspire 1 million people to engage in acts of local love,
We couldn’t do it without you! This year United Way will invest over $31 million to transform local lives, thanks largely to our community champions and their inspiring 2017 workplace campaigns. These funds connect over 400,000 vulnerable people across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley to vital community supports like United Way after-school programs and seniors’
For 38 years, United Way and Labour have worked together to improve lives and build strong, active, inclusive, and healthy communities. Behind the achievements of this partnership are people who dedicate their lives and careers to advocating for social change. Three outstanding community and labour champions were recognized at the 24th Annual Labour Appreciation Night
Earlier this week, the second annual Family Feud pitted KPMG against Odlum Brown to raise funds for United Way. Four teams from each organization competed for the title of reigning champion. Audience members participated by answering skill-testing questions. This year, Odlum Brown won, taking the winner title away from KPMG. Debra Doucette Hewson, President and