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RELEASE – United Way’s Emerging Philanthropists hosted its second annual UNevent fundraiser, raising over $32K towards the launch of the Ujima initiative for Black youth in United Way’s On Track to Success program.

United Way is committed to collaborate with, support and empower Black youth in the community. One way we're taking action is the Ujima initiative.

Buy tickets to a virtual stand-up comedy show. Proceeds benefit the Beyond Disability and Rehabilitation Network, and United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County.

United Way donor, Kyle Kootstra, says conversations about philanthropy can help create a sense of identity and legacy among family members, specifically the younger generation.

RELEASE – United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County, in partnership with the Windsor & District Labour Council, will host the 44th annual Virtual Labour Appreciation Night next week, honouring the recipient of the Charles E. Brooks Labour Community Service Award, Elizabeth Ha, OPSEU Local 154.

RELEASE Windsor, ON – Building Bridges and a Stronger Community: As part of its Community Benefits Plan, the Gordie Howe International Bridge's generous gift will help to officially launch the new initiative for local students this winter.

RELEASE: Rocket Innovation Studio and United Way announce the launch of the ‘Living in My Shoes’ simulation – a program enabling the public to get a glimpse of what life is like for those living with barriers such as a lack of access to fresh and nutritious food, technology, reliable transportation and mental health support.

ProsperUs is seeking community organizations that can support the delivery of new out-of-school time solutions for elementary aged children in West Windsor, Downtown Windsor, and Leamington.

Over the past several months, gruesome discoveries of unmarked graves continue to be made at the sites of previous residential schools in Canada.

Windsor, ON – United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County wrapped up its Summer Eats for Kids program this week and hosted its Backpacks for Success distribution day on August 24 and 26.

United Way provides children with access to out of school programs that give them opportunities to learn and thrive.

Windsor, ON – Thanks to local residents and donors, United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County is helping kids succeed in school and grow into healthy adults.