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Here, you’ll find helpful resources, such as our news releases and special statements as well as links to our research reports and work. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us.
Media inquiries:
Joshua McLarnon
Director, Communications
jmclarnon@uwgt.org
(905) 952-7479
October 29, 2024
Championing community space and services: United Way Greater Toronto Announces ‘10 in 10’ Community Hubs with $100 Million Commitment
United Way Greater Toronto (UWGT) is working towards a more equitable GTA for all with the launch of a new Community Real Estate Initiative and the commitment to raise and invest over $100 million. Funds will support the creation of 10 more community hubs over the next 10 years and the development of new pathways for community organizations to acquire secure and sustainable space.
Past News Releases & Special Statements
September 16, 2024
Any way we can: New United Way Greater Toronto campaign signals bold vision for change
United Way Greater Toronto (UWGT) is excited to announce the launch of a new creative campaign – the biggest in its history – that inspires hope and collective action on the toughest challenges facing our community. The ‘Any Way We Can’ creative campaign demonstrates a bolder stance on fighting poverty in the GTA at a time when critical social issues from housing affordability to food security are impacting many community members.
August 15, 2024
United Way Greater Toronto CEO Daniele Zanotti Appointed Ontario’s Deputy Minister of Children, Community, and Social Services
United Way Greater Toronto today announced that President and CEO Daniele Zanotti will be stepping down from his role effective November 4, 2024, to assume the position of Ontario’s Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services.
June 19, 2024
United Way Greater Toronto advances bold community solutions to ensure a GTA that is prosperous for all
GTA residents face multiple challenges over the next decade – but we also have proven solutions available to us. That was the theme of United Way Greater Toronto’s Annual Meeting of Members. Daniele Zanotti, CEO and President, made the case for safeguarding community spaces to ensure essential services close to home, and signaled the organization’s strategic direction to lean into community real estate.
News Releases
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Special Statements
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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.