United Way BC

We strengthen vital connections that support people in need in our local communities.

[DIVERSEcityBC @DIVERSEcityBC]

At your next event, look to see who's at the table.

Funded by United Way BC, Building the Table is our new multimedia resource to help organizations create safer, more inclusive spaces.

Learn more: https://t.co/3GXkAJmK3Y

#BuildingTheTable #TogetherAgainstHate @UnitedWay_BC

[CFJC Today Kamloops @CFJC_Today]

.@UnitedWay_BC has launched a province-wide appeal for donations to help support evacuees across the province. #Kamloops #Cariboo | MORE:

https://t.co/kk4bLz1rT1

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

Over 100 wildfires are burning across British Columbia. 16 evacuation orders are in place. 10 more communities are on alert. Our hearts are with everyone impacted. Your donation will help respond to urgent needs & support recovery in the months ahead. https://t.co/6JCGveSd4f

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

When school’s out, food programs are too. But hunger doesn’t take a summer break.

United Way BC School’s Out Summer helps ensure kids still have access to healthy food, safe spaces, and connection through the summer months.

👉 Learn more or support: https://t.co/Dk5ReuXsxO

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

Five years ago we experienced an unprecedented heat dome causing record-breaking temperatures and claiming hundreds of lives. United Way BC joined CBC's The Early Edition to discuss how we're dealing with extreme weather differently today. 🎧Listen in: https://t.co/4D7TVaDQYq.

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

The Work Experience Opportunities Grant in action in #WilliamsLake ❤️

https://t.co/hfzpeUHtKR

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

⚽️🌎 Exciting times ahead for BC with FIFA in Vancouver! Amid the excitement, it’s important that everyone feels safe and supported. VictimLink BC services is available when it’s needed most. Confidential support is just a call or click away.

[United Way Centraide Canada @UWCCanada]

Happy Pride Month! 🌈

We celebrate resilience and continue working toward equity and safety for 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

#PrideMonth

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

Financial anxiety is surging in Canada:
▪️ 60% feel financially stressed
▪️ 46% can’t cover expenses beyond 1 month
▪️ 38% are facing food insecurity
In BC, 1 in 4+ people lack consistent access to food. This crisis is happening now. And it’s growing. 🔗https://t.co/HSkykQ5mp0

[VirginRadioVancouver @VirginRadioVan]

THANK YOU to all the wonderful donors who supported Holly & Nira’s Period Promise this year! ❣️🙌 @HollyConway @NiraArora

We’re making a huge impact on period poverty, thanks to our amazing collaborators @UnitedWay_BC & @LondonDrugs: https://t.co/na2opOUGpq

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

A milestone worth celebrating this #BCSeniorsWeek. 🎉

United Way BC's 100th Better at Home program is now live on Lasqueti Island, our first fully off-grid community.

Read the media release here: https://t.co/hFzpuuy16N

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

Sometimes you meet someone and immediately think, “this guy has a great work ethic.” That’s Ray. Thanks to @UWBC's Work Experience Opportunity Grant, funded by @Canada and the Province of British Columbia, Ray's hurdled his barriers to employment. https://t.co/BkPaQSoAG9

[VirginRadioVancouver @VirginRadioVan]

Mark #MenstrualHygieneDay by making a donation to @HollyConway & @NiraArora's Period Promise! ❤️

We're accepting contributions to help end period poverty with @UnitedWay_BC & @LondonDrugs until Sunday: https://t.co/3zdutB6MAP

[VirginRadioVancouver @VirginRadioVan]

It’s the final day to donate *Live On Location* with Holly & Nira’s Period Promise at @LondonDrugs on Granville & West Georgia ❣️

We’re accepting menstrual product and cash/card donations with @UnitedWay_BC until 2pm! Help us end period poverty 🤝

Deets: https://t.co/WkECMbPIls

[Mario Canseco @mario_canseco]

Almost three-in-ten British Columbians (29%) are more stressed now than two years ago about paying their rent or mortgage. @UnitedWay_BC
https://t.co/NwwqCLtydt

[United Way BC @UnitedWay_BC]

@corwinhiebert @mario_canseco Well said!

[Mario Canseco @mario_canseco]

More than a quarter of British Columbians (27%) are more stressed now than two years ago about having enough time to take care of themselves and their families. @UnitedWay_BC
https://t.co/NwwqCLt0nV

[Mario Canseco @mario_canseco]

21% of British Columbians say they have cut back on lunches for themselves. @UnitedWay_BC
https://t.co/NwwqCLt0nV

[Mario Canseco @mario_canseco]

35% of British Columbians say they have changed their diet to avoid products that have become more expensive. @UnitedWay_BC
https://t.co/NwwqCLt0nV

[Mario Canseco @mario_canseco]

26% of British Columbians who have a senior family member, coworker or friend recall the senior expressing concern about paying for non-essential but important expenses like holiday gifts for others, coffee, or social activities. @UnitedWay_BC
https://t.co/NwwqCLtydt