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Edmonton tech institute first to sign Period Promise workplace pledge

Amii aims to make the tech industry more inclusive by busting stigma and improving access to period products

Together, we're making a difference

United Way of the Alberta Capital Region’s President & CEO, Rob Yager, shares his gratitude for our supporters who step up to make a difference and introduce some of the people you’ve helped.

Building a Strong Sector

United Way of the Alberta Capital Region works collaboratively across the social services sector, identifying pressing community needs, and convening partnerships across the region to implement solutions with greatest impact. Thanks to United Way supporters, we can provide critical funding and backbone administrative support, so local agencies can focus on delivering much-needed frontline programs and services.

Moumenah's Story

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's Story

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.

Alicia's Story

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.

A backpack sits open on display with school supplies

Thousands of Edmonton-area students need Tools for School

More than 15,500 requests for school supplies in the Alberta Capital Region have come this year. For the first time ever, we might not be able to ensure every kid starts the school year on an equal footing.

United with Labour in building stronger communities

Labour groups in the Edmonton region support United Way in our shared goal of goal of making the community a healthy place to live, work and raise a family.

Allison's Story

Allison donates and leads the United Way campaign at her workplace because she knows what it’s like to need help.

James outside with a tree in the background

James' Story

James gives to United Way because he wants to bring down barriers for all in our region.

Wendy's Story

Wendy learned the importance of giving back at a young age. Now she helps kids finish high school.

Richelle's Story

Through all the educational pieces that we have at work, I learned everything that United Way does and trying to end poverty is something that I can really get behind, so I wanted to give support.