Individual stories tell one side of the impact of donations to United Way Halifax. 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.

Community Fund Programs

Thirty-five programs were funded through the Community Fund in 2023-24, focusing on poverty, housing and homelessness, and inclusive communities.

19,407

Individuals served by funded programs
100%

Of programs strengthened capacity of participants
8,376

Participants reported new social connections

8,127

Participants accessed healthy food
88.2%

Of programs addressed community health & wellbeing
3,240

Individuals had basic needs met

Donors and Volunteers

Donors and volunteers support our community in all kinds of different ways. Their compassion for community is inspiring!

300

Winter warming kits assembled and delivered
100+

Volunteers supported the CAEH Housing Conference
30+

Volunteers participated in agency yard cleanups

Urgent Food & Essentials Fund

In the winter of 2024, the Province of Nova Scotia partnered with United Ways to administer the Urgent Food & Essentials Fund.

2,069

Families were supported
$271,775

Worth of grocery store gift cards provided
2,184

Community meals provided

United Way Wildfire Recovery Appeal

Communities need a wide variety of supports and services when rebuilding after a climate change disaster such as a wildfire. United Way Halifax was committed to being there during the recovery and social network restoration process. Funding prioritized those who are experiencing poverty and marginalization.

Phase One

$234,550

Worth of grocery store gift cards provided
113

Volunteers engaged
$57,150

Spent on transportation supports

Phase Two

6,983

Individuals supported
1,295

People provided with cleaning and back to school items
529

People supported with crucial social connection

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Funded Partners 2023-24

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Impact by the numbers

Here are some of the numbers that demonstrate how your support is making our community stronger.
2023-24 fiscal year at a glance

Between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024 we completed the second year of our three-year strategy for impact while continuing to strengthen our commitment to operational excellence.