Initiatives and Involvement
United Way is pleased to participate at the following local planning tables:
- Community Care Transportation Committee
- Northumberland Affordable Housing Steering Committee
- Northumberland Children's Services Committee
- Northumberland Poverty Reduction Action Committee
United Way is pleased to have provided the following grants in 2011:
Community Impact Grants
New Canadians Centre
Learning Disabilities Association
Community Living West Northumberland
Community Care Northumberland
Kinark Child and Family Services
Horizons of Friendship
Northumberland Community Counselling Centre &
Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
Alderville Food Bank
Brighton Fare Share Food Bank
Colborne Legion Assistance Fund
Campbellford Fare Share Food Bank
Hastings Roseneath Ministerial Food Bank
Community Works, Bewdley
Seven Hills Community Pantry
New Initiatives
Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
Northumberland Dental Health Coalition
Professional Development and Technology
Northumberland Big Brothers Big Sisters
Grants are provided to not-for-profits and charitable organizations throughout the county. $41,509 was provided to support a variety of health and social service programs county wide in 2011. Grants aid in creating opportunities for a better life for everyone in our communities. This past year, this funding was critical for food security, transportation, health services, and family supports. For more information on applying for funding go to How We Help and click on How to Apply for Funding.