On Thursday, November 14, 2024, United Way Windsor-Essex Chatham-Kent, in partnership with the Windsor & District Labour Council (WDLC), will host the 47th annual Labour Appreciation Night at the Ciociaro Club of Windsor, honouring the recipient of the Charles E. Brooks Labour Community Service Award, Jodi Nesbitt, President of Unifor Local 240.
A Leamington family with two parents and three young children found themselves in a challenging situation, struggling with unemployment, academic difficulties for the children, and food insecurity. To address these pressing issues, the family was introduced to the Ignite Academy program, which offers comprehensive support for families in need.
Ignite Academy is making a significant impact by helping students in high-poverty neighborhoods improve their literacy and math skills. In this month's blog, we highlight the inspiring stories of Harvir and Rhiannon—two students who have flourished through their time in the program. Their journeys showcase the incredible potential of every child, no matter the challenges they face.
July 8, 2024
The Executive Mentorship Program (EMP) is designed to provide graduates of On Track to Success, who are currently enrolled in post-secondary, with a meaningful and gainful mentorship opportunity over the summer.
June 26, 2024
This summer, many local children face the stark reality of hunger and lost learning opportunities. The need for nutritious food and educational resources is increasing in Windsor-Essex. Read on to see how you can make a life-changing difference to a child and their future.
April 4, 2024
On Track To Success is a wrap-around intervention for high school students and their families to help them graduate high school, and go on to college, university or a trade. We’d like to introduce you to one of our On Track To Success graduates – Julia.
Meet Daniel, who struggled at school but found skills for success and happiness at Ignite Academy. His journey not only changed his life but also helped shape the program experience for kids like him with specialized needs.
Thanks to local residents and donors, United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County is helping kids succeed from Cradle to Career. We released our 2022-2023 Annual Impact Report to the Community, highlighting the progress that has been made to help local children overcome barriers to academic success.
United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County is partnering with Anna’s for a fantastic holiday fundraiser. 100% of proceeds from this fundraiser stay local - right here in Windsor-Essex County and help create a stronger community, for all of us, for the future.
Fifty-one innovative capacity building projects were announced across Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent as part of the Community Services Recovery Fund.
including MP Irek Kusmierczyk to a community breakfast to discuss opportunities and challenges related to enhancing school meal programs for Windsor-Essex students.