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
Central Okanagan Poverty Reduction Committee Releases Regional Analysis
February 12, 2020 - The Central Okanagan Poverty Reduction Committee is excited to announce the release of the Central Okanagan Community Wellness Analysis. The Community Wellness Analysis is a project the
United Way invests in 80 local programs through Community Fund
September 11, 2019 (Southern Interior) – This week, United Way announced grants of over $620k from the Community Fund for 80 vital programs delivered by 54 unique charities across the Southern
United Way delivers car seats destined for families in need in the Southern Interior
August 29, 2019 (Okanagan region) – This week, United Way Southern Interior BC (SIBC) along with key distribution partners delivered 169 child car seats across the Southern Interior. Our team of