UNITED WAY SASKATOON AND AREA QUARTERLY UPDATE
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Annual Campaign is over halfway to its goal
Campaign season is upon us and the many teams of United Way workplace volunteer fundraisers are once again energizing meeting rooms with impact speakers, challenging peers to pledge their support for our community, creating friendly competitions between departments, running raffles and bingos, and even selling donuts, parking spots, or a day in jeans in support of United Way.
Every year, United Way Saskatoon and Area makes a pledge of support to our community service partners throughout the city, but starts from zero dollars to fill that pledge. Thanks to United Way's incredible network of volunteers and donors, we can make this pledge and our partners can rely on us to deliver on our promise. By working together, we can realize our vision of a community where everyone has opportunities to realize their full potential.
But we can't do any of this without your support. Today, we are halfway to our campaign goal of $3.5 million. If you have the means, please consider once again pledging your support to our community partners and make a donations today. Your investment supports dozens of local initiatives focused on strengthening our community, making is safer and better for everyone.
No amount is too small. Just a few dollars can make all the difference for someone needing access to a meal or transportation to critical medical appointment. You can be that difference.
NEWS
OVER 1030 PERIOD PRODUCTS DELIVERED TO RURAL SASK
The Saskatoon & District Labour Council and United Way Tampon Tuesday®️ partnership and the generosity of thousands of local community leaders made these gifts possible.
PCL RECOGNIZED DURING NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY LUNCHEON
PCL Construction was this year's Honoured Supporter award recipient for their outstanding contributions and steadfast commitment to building a stronger and safer community for everyone.
CANADIAN NUCLEAR WORKER'S COUNCIL INVESTS $1000 INTO LOCAL COMMUNITIES
Instead of purchasing delegate swag this year, CNWC chose to invest in our community. Thank you CNWC for your generosity!
UNITED WAY INVESTS IN NEW TRANSITIONAL HOUSING FOR WOMEN
United Way announced a $20,000 grant to Elizabeth Fry Society of Saskatchewan to support the weekend staffing of a new 10-bedroom transitional housing program for women who are criminalized or at risk of criminalization.
COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
Candace Laing leads Board Effectiveness and Outcomes Monitoring event
United Way was happy to host a Board Effectiveness & Outcomes Monitoring. This unique event was organized for the Board Members, CEOs, and Executive Directors of United Way funded agencies.
Non-profits thrive thanks to the remarkable leadership of volunteers who guide governance processes and help fulfill agency missions. This training explored key attributes of effective boards, strategies for outcomes monitoring, and how to transition from a 'working board' to a 'governing board.'
A heartfelt thank-you to our volunteer presenter, Candace Laing, President and CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, for sharing her expertise, and to everyone who braved the cold to attend. Your commitment to strengthening our local community is truly inspiring.
City of Saskatoon volunteers making a significant difference in our community
The City of Saskatoon’s Occupational Health and Safety department claimed the HR Jar Wars Champion title this year. Their incredible bake sale and bottle drive raised an impressive $1,300 in support of our community.
Together, the HR teams raised a total of $5,145 through their special events—what an amazing show of generosity and teamwork!
Another great example of United Way volunteers making a positive difference for those who need it most.
Thank you to everyone involved for coming together to help create a stronger, more caring community. That's the united way!
Transforming non-profit governance
Dozens of non-profit leaders joined the "Building Tomorrow" research and practice summit in October. The goal of the event was to begin working towards meaningful changes in the form and function of governance in the community service sector.
Attendees had a chance to learn more about current research on ED and board relationships, diversity and inclusion, board structures, and volunteerism. They also had a chance to engage in developing next steps through workshops aimed at moving the findings forward in our community.
Thank you to everyone who attended. Your contributions are building a stronger, more caring community.
A special thanks to our partners, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon Community Foundation, and Sask Nonprofit for helping us bring everyone together.
United Way board member recognized for volunteerism and community service
Jason Prokopchuk, vice chair of United Way board of directors and a Labour Board representative, received the Outstanding Service Award at the USW District 3 conference in November in part for all his many contributions to United Way.
Jason was also recently part of a Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) delegation traveling to Liberia. The delegation was hosted by SHF’s project partner, Camp for Peace, a vocational school offering courses in electrical work, weaving, masonry, plumbing, tailoring, and agriculture.
Camp for Peace focuses on equipping graduates with the skills and knowledge they need to secure better jobs and contribute to the economic development of their rural communities.
Tampon Tuesday impact report now available
On behalf of United Way Saskatoon & Area and the Saskatoon & District Labour Council, thank you for your generosity and contributions towards the 2024 Tampon Tuesday initiative!
We are grateful for the many individuals, unions, and businesses who contributed to the tremendous success of the 2024 campaign.
Your support helps ensure that those in our community facing barriers to accessing period products get the help they need. Thank you for making that possible.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
HOST A DAY OF CARING
Every year, United Way celebrates volunteerism in Saskatoon and area by match-making community doers with community need through a Day of Caring.
This year, volunteers have provided labour, expertise and professional services to community-based organizations throughout our community. By working together, we can scale our positive impact and help everyone in our community reach their full potential.
Interested in participating in a Day of Caring? Contact us.
UNITED WAY WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN
A United Way Saskatoon and Area workplace campaign is an exceptional way to bring employees together around a common cause.
United Way has been powered by workplace campaigns for decades and millions of dollars and hundreds of volunteers are mobilized every year through this unique initiative. By hosting a United Way workplace campaign, organizations can make a real, measurable impact on the lives of those who need it most in our community, while building a culture of teamwork, friendly competition, and fun!
VISIT OUR VOLUNTEER DATABASE
United Way Saskatoon and Area is a community of local volunteers and donors working together to ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. On our Volunteer Database, you can search through a variety of volunteer opportunities in our community.
Check it out! And if you don't see the right opportunity for you, bookmark the page and visit regularly. It's updated daily.
JOIN THE THOUSANDS OF SASKATOONIANS DONATING TO UNITED WAY THIS YEAR
