What We Do
United Way Perth-Huron helps here in the community you care about, tackling #UNIGNORABLE issues including homelessness, mental health and access to services. We work on short- and long-term solutions to pressing challenges through innovative initiatives and partnerships including Connection Centres, the Urgent Needs Fund, mental health supports, research and advocacy. When you show your #LocalLove by donating or volunteering, you’re helping people in your own community improve their lives.
In 2023, United Way Perth-Huron supported over 40 local partners and programs to positively impact the lives of vulnerable individuals and families across our region.
How We Do It
We see the bigger picture then help where it’s needed most. We do our homework, bring the best minds to the table, invest for maximum impact and speak up for what’s right. This is the United Way.
Research
We are driven by evidence. United Way conducts research to understand community needs and plan for the future. Working with universities and community partners keeps our process thorough and efficient, enabling us to put your gifts into action.
Collaboration
We partner with donors, social service agencies, unions, governments and universities to make our collective impact even greater. Bringing diverse voices to the table helps us build strong strategies for community change.
Investments
We make smart community investments that get results. For every $1 invested in poverty prevention and alleviation today, $6 is saved in future costs to our health care, social services and criminal justice systems.
Advocacy
We speak up about social issues and help people understand root causes. We also bring the community services sector together and foster constructive relationships with policy makers, championing solutions that improve people’s lives.
Read about lives changed
Meet a few of the people your support has helped.
Leon’s Story
Leon never thought he’d be facing homelessness. As a new Canadian, he worked hard and felt blessed, but after losing his job, Leon’s life started to slowly unravel.
Maranda’s Story
Maranda barely escaped a relationship filled with physical and sexual violence. Now, she needed a safe place that would help provide her with the resources to rebuild her life and feel safe.
Kofi’s Story
Kofi experienced chronic homelessness since he aged out of the youth system. After a lifetime of broken promises and disappointments, he didn’t know where to turn to find the help he needed.
Stratford & Area
Goderich & Area
St Marys & Area
Southern Huron
Northern Huron
North Perth
Our Investments
With your support, United Way Perth-Huron invests in over 40 programs and services