United Way British Columbia pledges to help people in need across British Columbia.
Community driven projects across British Columbia are pursed to help families and individuals to have basic needs and amenities.
United Way British Columbia is pursing projects across British Columbia to assist the local and its residents in getting access to necessities of livelihood through help from its community members, municipal and government support all though out the year. These projects will take a bold step in addressing food insecurities and health issues for families and individuals in need across the province. Projects such as providing food on a weekly basis through coupons and food packages and food hubs.
Also, another great effort which is the 211 helpline which provides mental health and addictions support, legal and financial assistance, and support for seniors, newcomers and many more. Last year West Kelowna and Thompson Nicola Region were devasted by the critical effects of the wildfire which misplaced numerous families causing loss of their homes and precious belongings. Tragic situations like these were helped by the assistance of the helpline 211 pursued by United Way of British Columbia and according to one caller “211 has been my go-to for the past 6 months – you have saved my life! You’ve helped me get information on transition houses and other information that has been so helpful”.
These projects and initiatives will work with the support and partnerships from local communities such as donors, non-profit businesses and government agencies across the province. Initiative programs like Therapeutic Activation Programs for Seniors (TAPS), Family & Friend Caregiver Supports, and Social Prescribing, will address the needs of both the seniors and caregivers.
“From our response to the worst wildfire season on record, to the continued expansion of programs that support kids, youth, seniors, and families in need, we have been at the forefront of creating positive change” as said by CEO and President United Way British Columbia Michael McKnight. “By committing to leverage data and digital tools, and to continue researching, developing, and testing solutions to help improve even more lives”
About United Way British Columbia
United Way British Columbia is a non-profit organization which as unified provincial organization through its consolidation of resources aims to respond to urgent needs in real time to drive change in the lives of its residents and communities. It serves over 4.5 million British Columbians by delivering resources and support to the people who need it the most in areas such as poverty, mental health and addictions, seniors and children and youth.
Contact Information
Moaz Mohammad
778 512-8389