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Joshua McLarnon
Director, Communications
jmclarnon@uwgt.org
(905) 952-7479
February 20, 2025
IMPACT STARTS HERE: ANY WAY WE CAN
United Way Greater Toronto (UWGT) is proud to announce the total allocation of $71 million over the next three years in Community Program Grants (CPGs), supporting over 250 programs and services across Peel, Toronto, and York Region. These investments in housing, homelessness, inclusive employment, and more like in mental health and food security, will strengthen a network of services while fighting the root causes of poverty, offering families across our region a better chance at safety and stability.
Past News Releases & Special Statements
United Way Greater Toronto appoints Heather McDonald as President & CEO, bringing 25+ years of leadership in social services.
January 28, 2025
United Way Greater Toronto 2025 Ontario Pre-Budget Submission
In the 2025 provincial budget, United Way Greater Toronto urges government to act on policy solutions that ensure Ontarians have access to the basic building blocks of a good life, supporting a stronger, more resilient Ontario.
January 17, 2025
UNITED WAY GREATER TORONTO ANNOUNCES $71M OVER THE NEXT THREE YEARS IN COMMUNITY PROGRAM GRANTS TO TACKLE POVERTY ACROSS THE GTA
United Way Greater Toronto (UWGT) is proud to announce the total allocation of $71 million over the next three years in Community Program Grants (CPGs), supporting over 250 programs and services across Peel, Toronto, and York Region. These investments in housing, homelessness, inclusive employment, and more like in mental health and food security, will strengthen a network of services while fighting the root causes of poverty, offering families across our region a better chance at safety and stability.
News Releases
Read all our latest news releases about United Way Greater Toronto
Special Statements
Read special statements from the President and CEO of United Way Greater Toronto
What we do
Limitless possibilities for local solutions. This is the work of United Way and our network of 280 agencies across the GTA. Together, we tackle local poverty and related unignorable issues so our friends and neighbours have all the supports they need to thrive.
Research and reports
Our groundbreaking research allows us to identify and better understand the issues that impact life in our region, helping us develop sound, long-term strategies for tackling systemic and persistent social issues.