Local change starts here.
Every dollar you give stays 100% local, removing barriers, restoring stability, and creating opportunity across Ottawa, Prescott-Russell, Lanark County, and Renfrew County.
With your support, we can break down barriers, improve lives, and create opportunities for the people who need us the most.
All That Kids Can Be
Lincoln found support and confidence through a free program powered by United Way East Ontario.This program helps children with autism and developmental delays adjust to school by building social, motor, and self-help skills. Lincoln and his family received guidance and resources, creating a smoother transition and a brighter start to kindergarten.
“We offer this free of charge to families so their children can have the skills they need to take the next step.” - Beth, family outreach and support worker
Read Lincoln’s Full Story
From Poverty to Possibility
Brandan found a sense of purpose through a supportive employment program powered by United Way East Ontario.This program helps people overcome homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges by building the skills they need to start a career. Brandan received personalized guidance, peer motivation, and the professional certifications to secure a stable job.
“Every time I came to see them, I felt like I had a home away from home and a whole family of people who supported me” - Brandan, program participant
Read Brandan’s Full Story
Healthy People, Strong Communities
David found balance and support through a seniors’ day program and caregiver service powered by United Way East Ontario.This program offers engaging activities and social connection for seniors who require specialized care, while providing support groups for their caregivers. The service gives David a safe, vibrant environment for his wife, who lives with dementia, allowing him much-needed time to rest, recharge, and connect with peers facing similar challenges.
“I meet people in the same situation as me, and that’s been a real eye-opener. We share experiences, we share successes, and we share failures. It’s a new social group that’s really important for me.” - David, program participant
Read David’s Full Story
What your gift supports
All That Kids Can Be
Lincoln found support and confidence through a free program powered by United Way East Ontario.This program helps children with autism and developmental delays adjust to school by building social, motor, and self-help skills.
"We offer this free of charge to families so their children can have the skills they need to take the next step.” - Beth, family outreach and support worker
Read Lincoln’s Full Story
From Poverty to Possibility
Brandan found a sense of purpose through a supportive employment program powered by United Way East Ontario.This program helps people overcome homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges by building the skills they need to start a career.
“Every time I came to see them, I felt like I had a home away from home and a whole family of people who supported me” - Brandan, program participant
Read Brandan’s Full Story
Healthy People, Strong Communities
David found balance and support through a seniors’ day program and caregiver service powered by United Way East Ontario.This program offers engaging activities and social connection for seniors who require specialized care, while providing support groups for their caregivers.
“I meet people in the same situation as me, and that’s been a real eye-opener. We share experiences, we share successes, and we share failures. It’s a new social group that’s really important for me.” - David, program participant
Read David’s Full Story
Together, we tackle our region's toughest challenges.
When you make a donation, you fuel real, measurable progress across East Ontario:
- Stopping youth homelessness: Providing emergency stabilization, housing support, and long-term care so young people can rebuild their lives safely.
- Expanding mental health access: Funding 24/7 crisis lines, accessible counseling, and therapy options across urban and rural communities.
- Empowering youth: Giving children and youth safe after-school spaces, mentorship, and academic tools so every young person can thrive.
- Lifting families out of poverty: Equipping job seekers with transit access, digital tools, and skills training to achieve lasting financial independence.
- Keeping seniors safe: Ensuring aging residents have access to transportation, wellness check-ins, and caregiver support programs.
- Building inclusive communities: Breaking down systemic barriers for equity-deserving groups so that everyone, regardless of background, has a place to belong.
We need your support more than ever.
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Our minimum online donation amount is $5.00.
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