A sense of ease must be felt throughout the store. We want people here to be treated with dignity,” said Lori, a volunteer. “When you are going through a hard enough time already, you don’t need people to be mean - you want compassion.
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How we help
Allocation Process
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How We Help
The United Way of Burlington & Greater Hamilton serves as the most efficient umbrella community charity, capable of engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action in order to generate funds for those in-need in our community. Dollars raised in the community are allocated to local agency programs that bring needed help and support, consistently and fairly, with proven performance and results. The United Way supports priority needs where funding is otherwise not available, providing services to seniors, individuals, families and children – many of whom live below the poverty line.
Who We Help
Click the images below for the list of programs funded by United Way of Burlington & Greater Hamilton, listed by focus area:
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From Poverty to Possibility
- Moving people out of poverty
- Meeting basic human needs (e.g.: food, shelter and jobs)
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Healthy People, Strong Communities
- Improving access to social and health-related support services
- Supporting resident and community engagement
- Supporting community integration and settlement
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All That Kids Can Be
- Improving access to early childhood learning and development programs
- Helping kids do well at school and complete high school
- Making healthy transition into adulthood and post-secondary education
