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September 22, 2026

More than a place to stay for the night

How United Way-funded housing support and a stuffed hedgehog helped one young person build a stable future for herself

September 19, 2026

September Newsletter: We choose to Get in the Way

This week, we talk about our new Get in the Way of poverty campaign, voter turnout, Community Hubs, ClimbUP and our next Diving Deeper panel.

September 14, 2026

From food access to newcomer support: How United Way funding is helping agencies build for the long-term 

United Way Greater Toronto's Expanding Community Space Capital Grants are helping agencies improve and expand services, secure stable spaces and more.

August 21, 2026

A day at the Dorset Park Community Hub

See what a day looks like at the Dorset Park Community Hub, where lively programs and essential services come together for the needs of a neighbourhood.

July 30, 2026

Built together: How South Markham is growing community from the ground up

Years in the making, South Markham's resident-led momentum is now translating into deeper collaboration, an evolving Community Action Plan and funded projects that are helping the neighbourhood shape its own path forward.

July 22, 2026

When community comes full circle

Carleen's story shows how United Way's wraparound supports help people overcome housing insecurity, build stability and give back.

July 18, 2026

July Newsletter: The challenges are growing. So is our response.

This week, we reflect on growing financial anxiety and the programs and partners that help people meet urgent needs in times of crisis.

July 11, 2026

From planning to action: How Cooksville is turning community priorities into impact

With a new Community Action Plan, deeper collaboration and funded projects now underway, Cooksville is entering a new phase of community‑led change.

July 03, 2026

On site and on the rise: Supporting women in the skilled trades

As skilled labour shortages grow, United Way Greater Toronto is helping reshape access to an industry that has long excluded women.

June 25, 2026

Deep roots, shared future: How Jane and Finch is building community solutions that last

Discover how residents and partners in Jane and Finch are working together to address community needs and build lasting neighbourhood change.

June 20, 2026

June Newsletter: Everyone deserves a place to belong

This week, we reflect on welcoming spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ people, creating local solutions to local challenges and supporting jobs for youth.

June 17, 2026

Feeding futures and connection

A United Way-funded agency helped Ted access food, connection and a sense of community after experiencing addiction and homelessness.