United Way of the Alberta Capital Region brings together changemakers in the Edmonton area to tackle complex community issues. We focus on creating impactful, systemic change by strengthening mental well-being, removing educational barriers, and empowering financial security to build a resilient community where everyone can thrive.
Strong mental health is a vital aspect of a person’s overall well-being, but there’s a significant unmet need for community-based support — and it’s hard to navigate the system.
United Way collaborates with partner agencies to support mental health in our community by developing a robust network of resources and improving accessibility, making it easier for people to find the support they need.
Graduating high school sets a strong foundation for a successful and stable future. But too many families experience barriers that make it harder to stay in school.
United Way and our partners break down these barriers by championing equitable educational opportunities from early years to high school, helping students and families thrive academically and socially.
To build a resilient community, people must have access to a diverse range of employment and income opportunities that enable financial security.
United Way and our partners support comprehensive programs and initiatives that provide financial education, resources, and opportunities for economic empowerment.
We work alongside a network of social sector partners to drive meaningful change in our region. Learn more about the organizations we partner with to create a community where no one is left behind.
United Way collaborates across the social sector, government, and business to make it easier for people to find and get the help they need. Last year, we strengthen the social sector by investing in 57 local agencies, who served more than 392,000 people across the region.
These strategic initiatives and programs helped:
By focusing on addressing immediate needs, tackling systemic barriers, and creating long-term impact, we open doors to opportunity and empower everyone on their journey toward a brighter future. With United Way, your support has the power to create lasting change.
United Way takes a systems-wide approach participating in and contributing to a network of social programs and services, addressing a range of needs for vulnerable children, families, and individuals.
Through our extensive network of partners, we help support robust mental health networks, establish a solid foundation for success through education, and promote financial security, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Allison donates and leads the United Way campaign at her workplace because she knows what it’s like to need help.
Alicia and Ace access Norwood Centre’s Parent Respite, a United Way-funded program that provides drop-in childcare and family support workers. Now, Alicia can go to school for nursing while her son gets quality early-childhood education.
After coming to Canada as a Syrian refugee, Moumenah took part in an Empower U course at Islamic Family to better understand finances in Canada. Empower U is a United Way program that provides participants with financial literacy training and a matched savings program.
Nevaeh discovered a love of cooking through the United Way-funded Community Kitchen Program delivered by the Alberta Parenting for the Future Association. But she also found a place where she could thrive, in turn building her confidence and resilience.
Participants share how they changed their lives and achieved their dreams with support from United Way’s financial empowerment initiative.
When Emily moved out on her own as a teen, she felt like she had to drop out of high school too. Then, she learned how All in for Youth staff and resources could support her so she could focus on graduating.
Local students Ttchtchara, Lasiya, Jude, Xiarh, and Emily share how All in for Youth creates a supportive educational journey and helps them succeed in school and in life.
To celebrate International Women’s Day and embrace this year’s theme, #InspireInclusion, Susanne graciously shares her personal journey of self-discovery and recovery.
Engineering Day of Caring volunteer Veronica shares how her experience at Fort Saskatchewan Families First Society inspired her to use her skills to give back through United Way.
In honour of 211 Day, Tanaura shares her story of reaching out to 211 Alberta to find mental health support after losing loved ones to suicide.
Discover how afterschool programming, mentorship, and wraparound supports gave Yaël—and the students she now supports through All in for Youth—the tools to thrive from kindergarten to graduation and beyond.
Jason Schauenberg, a proud ally and supporter of Women United, is helping pave the way for a more equitable future for his daughters.
We're announcing some changes at United Way of the Alberta Capital Region. Learn how your impact will continue to make a difference as we evolve to create long-lasting change in our community.
Discover how afterschool programming, mentorship, and wraparound supports gave Yaël—and the students she now supports through All in for Youth—the tools to thrive from kindergarten to graduation and beyond.
This Menstrual Health Awareness Month, here are five powerful ways people can support menstrual health with confidence and care while breaking stigma.
Every year, thousands of volunteers partner with United Way to give back in ways that are as rich and diverse as our community. Discover how every volunteer’s contribution to United Way creates a wave of positive change that ripples out across our region.
For over 30 years, United Way’s Red Tie Gala has been a cornerstone celebration of community spirit. Learn more about this year's recipients of the Awards of Distinction, which recognize outstanding individuals and organizations whose commitment to generosity, innovation, and leadership is driving lasting change in our region.
See how your support creates real change through stories, impact data, and community wins.
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We are all Treaty people. United Way acknowledges our connection to one another, here on Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta North Saskatchewan River Territory. The diverse Indigenous Peoples of this land include the nêhiyawak, Blackfoot, Dene, Anishinaabe, Nakota Sioux, Inuit, and Métis. Many of our staff are settlers living and working in this Territory. We all have a responsibility to uphold the spirit and intent of the original treaties and build relationships, trust, and understanding. We are grateful for the resources, knowledge, and culture Indigenous people share with us as we walk the path towards reconciliation together. We honour and respect Indigenous contributions supporting our work to ensure no one in our community is left behind.
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