United Way Maritimes 2024-25

Regional Impact by the Numbers

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Individual stories tell one side of the impact of donations to United Way Maritimes. Numbers tell part of the story, too. We’re pleased to share some of the numbers that demonstrate how your gifts are making our community stronger.

Funded Partners

The numbers below reflect what was reported from funded partners in 2024-25.

  • 165

    Social programs funded

  • 122,288

    Individuals served

  • 79

    Programs addressed inclusion and access

  • 42

    Programs addressed wellbeing and safety

  • 28

    Programs addressed food security

  • 24

    Programs addressed education and employment

  • 19

    Programs addressed housing & homelessness

  • 107

    Programs served rural communities

  • 95

    Programs focused on prevention & intervention

Volunteers

Volunteers play an important role in United Way’s leadership and decision making across the region. Our staff also has significant experience, expertise and knowledge that we share with government and sector partners in the communities we serve.

 

  • 13

    Regional board & committee volunteers

  • 61

    Community Impact Council volunteers

  • 7

    Community Impact Councils

  • 327

    Campaign volunteers

  • 10

    Halifax CLT Advisory Committee volunteers

  • 50

    Committees, boards and working groups staff serve on

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    2024-25 Board and Committee Volunteers

    The time, experience and talent our volunteers give is so important to the work we do.

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    Funded Partners 2024-25

    The following organizations received funding directly from United Way Maritimes in 2024-25.

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    2024-25 Donor honour roll

    We are grateful for your commitment to and belief in the importance of local philanthropy.

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    Employee giving campaigns & corporate supporters

    Your support helps to change lives in community, leading to brighter futures for all.

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    Volunteering and engagement

    Volunteers are key to achieving fundraising results for community, building community connections and lending a hand to partners in the sector.

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    Regional Impact by the Numbers

    Here are some of the numbers that demonstrate how your support is making our community stronger.

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    Sector Development

    Our sector development work focuses on initiatives that support leaders to strengthen their skills, lead effectively and create change in the communities they serve.  

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    Regional Affordable Housing

    The Affordable Housing Division has already taken on three major projects, providing supportive housing and filling gaps in the missing middle of the housing continuum.

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    Community Impact Framework

    The Community Impact Framework focuses on addressing the root causes of poverty and the priority needs of people most vulnerable to poverty in the communities we serve.

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    2024-25 Fiscal Year at a Glance

    This was our first year as United Way Maritimes, and we continued to deliver consistent community impact while achieving operational excellence.