Our Priorities
United Way is improving lives locally by investing in programs and services that move people from poverty to possibility, help kids be all they can be, and build strong, resilient, healthy communities.
Our Impact
United Way strives to achieve meaningful, long-term improvements to the quality of life in our communities. In order to do this, we have created our Community Impact Strategy. This framework sets clear priorities for our investments and collaborative work so that we know we are making a measurable difference in our region.
Community Development
Part of United Way’s mandate is to work together with community groups, agencies, governments and businesses to address local issues.
Funding
United Way is committed to investing in programs and projects that address our focus areas and demonstrate success in achieving results.
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Impact Stories
RDCO, United Way and other local partners team up to tackle poverty
Grant Advances Regional Wellness & Poverty Reduction Strategy June 23, 2020 A grant from the Union of BC Municipalities Poverty Reduction Planning and Action Program will be used in the development
Local Youth-led programs receive funding
June 18, 2020 – This spring, the Central Okanagan Foundation and United Way’s GenNext contributed $6,000 to support three youth led projects based in the Central Okanagan. These grants are available
United Way invests in seniors-related programs in the Southern Interior
New Horizons for Seniors Program impacts 26 local charities Kelowna, BC (June 2, 2020) - In our region, approximately 20% of seniors live in poverty or isolation and are at greater