The holidays are a special time for family and friends to come together and enjoy each other’s love and company.
However, this time of year can be lonely and hard, especially for isolated seniors. Here in the Lower Mainland 1 in 5 seniors reports feeling alone and over 25,000 say they have no one to talk to. When you go days without talking to someone, your quality of life diminishes rapidly. Isolation is as dangerous as smoking for seniors – it can worsen or shorten their lives.
Thanks to donors like you, United Way British Columbia connects almost 60,000 seniors to local resources and services, allowing them to stay connected to their communities. Donate now, so we can help thousands more seniors access the programs and services they need to thrive.
Your generosity can benefit both you and the community. Make a donation and maximize your 2017 tax return. Calculate your tax savings with this handy online tool.
You have until midnight, December 31st to make a donation and save on your 2017 taxes — don’t miss out!
- If neither you or your spouse or common-law partner have claimed a charitable donation since 2007, you’re eligible for the first-time donor super credit. Until the end of 2017, your gift of up to $1,000 qualifies you for an extra 25% back on top of your regular tax credit — that’s almost half your gift back in your pocket!
- 100% of your donation will stay right here in our community and help those who are most in need.
- Use this simple tax calculator to estimate your 2017 donor tax credit.
Ensure you make your donation before midnight on December 31 to receive a 2017 tax receipt.
When we work together, amazing things are possible! Give today.
Topics : Building strong communities, Seniors
