COVID-19 Response and Recovery Plan
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, United Way developed a community-based, collaborative approach to mobilize funding and resources aimed at helping the social services sector and the clients they serve.
After consulting with social and community service agencies and partnering with our local foundations and other funders, we identified emerging needs for people who live in poverty, seniors, and support for the front-line community service workers.
COVID-19 Relief Contributions
Are you able to help?
The response to the COVID-19 Relief Fund has been incredible. Thanks to the many generous donors, corporate partners, government agencies and foundations that have contributed thus far.
The needs will continue to evolve so, as you protect your family and those closest to you to keep them healthy, we urge you to think of those who may need the help as they respond and recover from the pandemic.
For more info about the COVID-19 Relief plan, a list of generous donors, or to donate:
COVID-19 Info and Donate
COVID-19 Relief Impact and Investments
Where did the funding go?
The impacts of our local response are being felt throughout the Southern Interior. Together, we are rebuilding and recovering from the dire effects to vital front-line community services in our communities.
To date, over 35 local charities have received grants and support and we’re not finished yet. In early August, the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Funding will be announced.
For more info about COVID-19 Relief impact and investments, click on the link below:
COVID-19 Impact
“During times of dire need and crises, it is more important than ever for us to come together to most effectively meet the needs of the people and communities we serve. I would like to acknowledge all partners who have contributed to making these supports available during this time, and to all those who continue to provide essential frontline social and community services. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that those facing heightened and deepened unignorable issues get the help they need. I implore everyone to spread their local love a little bit more where possible to ensure we emerge stronger and healthier together.”
– Kahir Lalji, Executive Director – United Way SIBC
COVID-19 Funding and Support
The response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been swift and many individuals, companies and government agencies have enabled us to offer multiple COVID-19 Response and Recovery funding streams. The following funding streams have been assessed and allocated recently.
Emergency Community Support Fund
Sustainable Recovery Grant
COVID-19 Community Relief Fund
Over 35 local charities have received funding to date with more to be announced shortly. Click on the link below from more information about the funding streams and recipients.
Are you looking for community services?
In March 2020, the provincial government, United Way Lower Mainland and other key partners expanded the 211 service across BC to support the new Safe Seniors, Strong Communities Program and enable all British Columbians to dial 211 to find community and social services.
In addition, seniors are able to register for volunteer support by calling 211 through the new Safe Seniors, Strong Communities Program.
COVID-19 Response and Recovery Community Partners
Thanks to the local donors and community foundations for collaborating with us to rapidly roll out the COVID-19 Relief Fund and to all the donors and funders who have contributed to date. Together, we can make a greater impact on local lives and help those who need is most.
