The United Way of Haldimand & Norfolk is a volunteer-led, non-profit organization and a registered charity. It is a member of the United Way of Canada/Centraide Canada.
United Ways are autonomous. Our volunteers make the decisions that affect our United Way.
Our mission is:
Working with others, the United Way of Haldimand & Norfolk improves people's lives and strengthens the community.
The United Way runs a fundraising campaign in the fall of each year. In 2004, we raised a total of $457,015 thanks to the generosity and support of:
- Companies and employees throughout Haldimand & Norfolk
- The Labour Community
- The local media
- Individual donors, and
- Hundreds of dedicated volunteers.
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The United Way of Haldimand & Norfolk has 14 funded agencies. We use a Citizen Review Process to decide which programs to support and how much money to allocate. 33 local programs and services are receiving funding in 2005.
The United Way works hard to keep its operating costs as low as possible. 80 cents of every dollar goes to providing essential programs and services in our area.