United Way of Thunder Bay has made a positive impact in the lives of many people in our community. These are some examples of the lives that have been changed because of you.
I have lived in poverty and have been food insecure for the majority of my life. I was born to a poor, abusive family and experienced the full wheel of abuse: emotional, mental, spiritual and sexual. I was sexually abused by outsiders, my parents beat me repeatedly…
I was 11 years old when I arrived in Thunder Bay with my family. It was a tough move to make because things in my family were not good and I didn’t know anyone in the neighbourhood where we went. I have had a lot of trauma in my family and many struggles.
Grace has spent her life and career caring for others. In addition to raising three children of her own, she has worked in after-school programs and as a caregiver for families in her community. To many, she is considered a second mother—a wonderful legacy for someone…
It takes a whole community working together to make our city great for everyone and to truly make a meaningful difference.
United Way improves lives and builds community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action.
December 7, 2018
Between October 15 – December 7 this year, students from local participating high schools have the opportunity to host fundraisers. All funds raised will go into the United Way of Thunder Bay Youth 4 Community Fundraising & Granting Initiative (Y4C). These funds […]
November 9, 2018
The United Way of Thunder Bay’s GenNext is proud to announce that we will be hosting our trivia night, the 3rd Annual Let’s Get Quizzical; on Friday November 9th at the Sleeping Giant Brewing Company. All proceeds raised from this event will […]
November 16, 2018
Valhalla Inn is proud to present the 6th Annual Coffee Drive in support of the United Way of Thunder Bay on Friday, November 16th! The Coffee Drive will be offering delivery or pick-up this year! Coffee Drive Times: Pick up/ deliveries between 8am-11am Order Deadline Date: Thursday, […]
United Way is helping local families and individuals to build a community that is united, vibrant and strong.
The United Way is empowering our young people to realize their full potential.
United Way is fighting the effects of poverty and assisting local people to achieve food, housing, employment and financial security.