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United Way of Winnipeg works to create opportunities for a better life for everyone. Regardless of who we are or where we come from, there are basic things we all need for a good life: a quality education that leads to a stable job, income that can support a family through retirement and a healthy neighbourhood that encourages personal well-being.
United Way Winnipeg plays an important role in our community. Fully 1/3 of our community directly benefits from their programs. Their agencies offer programs and initiatives that provide kids with alternatives to crime, drugs and life on the streets; reduce poverty; and build safer, healthier neighbourhoods. United Way brings together the people and resources necessary to create lasting change and to provide solutions that prevent problems from happening in the first place.
Economic uncertainty in the past year has affected us all and created even greater challenges for those already facing difficulties. Now more than ever, we must make certain these essential resources are available for our friends, family, neighbours and co-workers. There’s never been a more important time to support United Way.
Every dollar of your donation to United Way is invested directly back into the community, thanks to an annual grant from the Province of Manitoba.
Cupcake Day for United Way at the University of Manitoba was a huge success at both campuses! The Cupcake Corner wasn’t finished delivering and people were already buying. The Bannatyne campus sold 60 dozen mini cupcakes in under 90 minutes! Over at Fort Garry, 72 dozen mini cupcakes found a home in hungry stomachs at University Centre. Proceeds went to each of the campus’s campaigns and additional money was donated by generous staff and students. United Way agency partner Canadian National Institute of the Blind had an information table there along with one for Koats for Kids.
You can donate children’s winter clothing to any Perth’s or City of Winnipeg Fire Hall.
Thank you for your support!
Most employees will have received their pledge forms and it’s simple to make a donation. You choose how much, how often, and what method to use. Every dollar makes a difference. For example, just $1 a week can support a Community Safety night, and $1 a day supports a youth program in a safe environment. We have much to be proud of: last year the U of M campaign raised $489,808! This year, let’s all rise to the challenge and increase our participation rate. Your support is a gift of hope, ensuring our community remains stable today and can emerge stronger tomorrow.
Your pledge package includes a return envelope addressed to the United Way office on Campus (407 Admin. Bldg.) – please return your pledge through Campus mail or, if you prefer, to your canvasser. If you are not sure who your canvasser is, have any questions regarding the completion of the pledge form or require a pledge form, e-mail marvin_kocay@umanitoba.ca.
DECEMBER 7 UPDATE:
We’re extending the United Way campaign to December 16th! This coincides with our Rainbow Auction (details below). You now have until the 16th to return pledge cards and be eligible to win Winnipeg Jets tickets.
2011 RAINBOW AUCTION WINNERS:
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#1 – Carroll Perich
#2 – Elly Hamedami
#3 – Bev Kein
#4 – Mary Ann Mork
#5 – Trevor Schultz
#6 – Shelley Foster
#7 – Dustin Luckwell
#8 – Stephanie McLaughlin
#9 – Shelley Halchuk
#10 – Jon Arnonsson
#11 – Shaylene Fox
#12 – Dianne Dugal
#13 – Shawn Jordan
#14 – Bonnie Pilgrim
#15 – Tara Clere
#16 – Claire Fleet
#17 – Christine Cyr
#18 – C. Johnson
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