Each year, the 91ÑÇÉ« community comes together through the 91ÑÇÉ« Cares United Way Campaign to support United Way Greater Toronto, which is dedicated to fighting poverty and strengthening communities across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
With more than 70 years of experience, the organization works to address local poverty and its interconnected challenges by investing in programs and partnerships that empower individuals and strengthen neighbourhoods in Peel, Toronto and 91ÑÇÉ« Region.
Building a GTA for all requires determination and collective action. 91ÑÇÉ« maintains strong connections and collaborations with many United Way-funded agencies. Students have completed internships, placements and accepted employment at several of these organizations – including 360°kids, COSTI Immigrant Services, Canadian Mental Health Assocciation-91ÑÇÉ«-Simcoe, Community Living 91ÑÇÉ« South, Working Women Community Centre and more.
The 91ÑÇÉ« Cares United Way Campaign builds on these efforts, as well as the University’s own goals.
"91ÑÇÉ« is committed to driving positive change in bold new ways to impact our community and the world around us. This campaign aligns with our mission to support our community," says Yvette Munro, vice-provost students at 91ÑÇÉ«.
This year’s 91ÑÇÉ« Cares United Way Campaign runs from Nov. 5 to 30, with a goal of raising $150,000 to help build a better, more equitable GTA.
Starting Nov. 5, all staff, faculty and instructors will receive a personalized electronic pledge form by email.
For more information, and to see stories of people who faced barriers and overcame them, visit the 91ÑÇÉ« Cares United Way Campaign page.
Questions and inquiries can be directed to yucares@yorku.ca.