UNITED IN HOPE.
We can build strong, healthy, and safe communities this holiday season.
United in hope.
We can build strong, healthy, and safe communities this holiday season.
This holiday season, double up on hope!
TD will generously match your donation until December 31.*
In tough times, we look to each other.
Our neighbours are facing complex problems, and more people than ever are reaching out to make ends meet. When those around you are hurting and support systems are breaking down, it’s easy to feel powerless.
But across our region, people are choosing connection over isolation, care over despair, and action over silence. We asked our community: What gives you hope when life feels heavy?
Hear the voices from across Prescott-Russell, Ottawa, and Lanark and Renfrew Counties share what keeps them going in difficult times.
This holiday, your support does more than provide vital services—it gives people connection, resilience, and hope.
It fills after-school programs with kids’ laughter. It brings comfort to seniors as they form new friendships. It offers relief to young adults settling into a safe home. It supports healing for families navigating mental health challenges and addictions.
This holiday, your gift is more than charity—it’s a promise that no one will be left behind.
Every donation is generously matched by TD*
Real stories of local change and hope.
Meet your neighbours—people whose lives were changed thanks to our community partners and supporters like you. These stories are a powerful reminder that every act of generosity brings hope and helps build a safer, brighter future for all.
A future for herself and her child
At 19, Crystal was struggling with her mental health, navigating a difficult relationship, and facing addiction. Then she found out she was pregnant. A United Way-supported program helped her rebuild her life. Today, Crystal has graduated high school, pursued post-secondary education, and is raising her children with the stability she once thought impossible.
The power of social connection
Marsha has lived with a blindness disability her entire life. As she’s aged, her health needs have increased—and so has her sense of isolation. Through a United Way-supported program, Marsha formed a meaningful friendship with volunteer Meghan. Their connection is a powerful reminder of how companionship can ease loneliness and foster belonging.
Getting a second chance at success
By the time he was 15, Brandan was on his own—moving in and out of shelters and young offender detention centres. By 20, he had a long criminal record. Even after overcoming addiction and homelessness, stigma made it hard to find a stable job. A United Way-supported program helped Brandan plan for the future, find steady employment, and achieve financial independence.
Support for families at a critical time
At a time when military deployments are higher than they’ve been in decades, United Way is fostering inclusivity and providing additional support for families. A portable sensory space not only helps kids and families participate in community activities, but it also raises awareness for families with neurodiverse needs.
From homelessness to shining hope
As a teen, Cassandra was misdiagnosed with epilepsy. After brain surgery, she had to relearn how to read, write, and talk. With no family able to support her recovery, she became homeless just eight months later. Thanks to housing and mental health supports backed by United Way, Cassandra now lives independently and dedicates her work to helping others.
Starting school with confidence
Diagnosed with autism, Lincoln faced challenges with transitions, social interactions, and following instructions. The thought of starting school felt overwhelming for him and his family. But with help from a United Way-supported program, Lincoln successfully transitioned into kindergarten—and his family feels hopeful and confident about his development.
Finding ways through tough economic times
Carolina arrived in Canada with strong experience—but limited English made finding work feel out of reach. Through a United Way-funded program, she built new skills and found her voice. Today, she works with the same organization, helping other women gain confidence, build new skills, and achieve financial independence.
United in hope, we can help people in need.
In uncertain times, our communities look to United Way East Ontario. We don’t just respond to urgent needs—we listen, research, and act on the root causes of the toughest local issues, helping people thrive.
When you give to United Way, you’re supporting 100% local initiatives.
Thanks to your generosity, united we can:
- Reduce isolation and improve the wellbeing of seniors and their caregivers.
- Provide kids with access to after-school activities or summer programs to keep them from falling behind.
- Ensure people have access to timely and culturally appropriate mental health care.
- Help young people break the cycle of homelessness with housing, employment, and addiction support.
Poverty. Homelessness. Mental health. Social isolation. These challenges can feel overwhelming, but you can move the needle on all of them at once with a donation to United Way.
Help us build strong, healthy, and safe communities.
Every donation will be matched by TD*—doubling your impact.
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This holiday season, double up on hope!
TD will generously match your donation until December 31.*
Share a message of hope with your community.
In difficult times it’s hope for a brighter future that keeps us going. Discover what gives hope to our community—join in and share your message.
With every message shared, TD will donate $5*.
Give on behalf of
someone special in your life.
Whether it’s a friend, family member, colleague, teacher, or mentor—celebrate someone who inspires you with a gift that brings hope to your neighbours in need.
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Issues You Care About
Poverty. Isolation. Homelessness. United, we can tackle the toughest issues.
