Category: Poverty

Dreams can come true

After years of homelessness, Conway’s dream came true when he moved into a tiny housing village supported by United Way Winnipeg donors. Now, he shares his handcrafted dreamcatchers so others know it can happen for them, too....

Nearly half of Manitobans say they often can’t make ends meet, survey reveals

Financial Anxiety in Canada survey finds nearly half of Manitobans can't make ends meet making United Way Winnipeg's donor-supported safety net of agency partners even more essential....

On the same page

Students create equality and dignity through the healing power of books....

“There’s a way that we can work together to help each other.”

Kayla rebuilt her life and kickstarted her career after connecting with an employment program supported by donors....

Getting comfortable in your own skin

Mappy is removing memories of a painful past with the help of a donor-supported program focused on healthy futures....

“These funds will make a significant impact.”

Winnipeg Jets Whiteout Parties raise $100,000 to help Winnipeggers in need....

“To me, it’s my family.”

When wildfires forced her family members to flee to Winnipeg for safety, Grandma Fanny knew exactly where to bring them: the 17th annual Women's Day of Caring....

Jets Whiteout Street Parties to help Winnipeggers in need again this year

Previous playoff parties raised more than $212,000 for United Way Winnipeg....

“We see you. We hear you. We love you.”

Paula found a supportive place to shine at a donor-supported drop-in centre where everyone is welcome to come as they are....

“Knowing I have a place that I can come to and be free … helps me a lot.”

Newcomer siblings found a place to belong at a donor-supported organization for youth....