United in the fight against poverty
From crisis to critical social infrastructure. From blunting the pandemic to building blocks for a better tomorrow, we are united in our efforts to make life more livable for people across Toronto, Peel and York Region.
2 Million+
people served
1,100+
programs provided
300+
social service agencies
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Double your impact
Make your first gift of $1,200 or more to United Way Greater Toronto and it will be matched, dollar for dollar, thanks to the Darryl & Cassandra White Gift Match. That means your gift will have twice the impact.
An equitable recovery
When this crisis is behind us, we will face an extraordinary challenge. How do we build back better in the face of increased inequality and deepening poverty across the GTA?
Pandemic innovation
Five case studies spotlight examples of social service innovation during the pandemic that hold transformative potential for our region.
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Latest Blog articles
December 23, 2020
What is intergenerational trauma and how do you heal from it?
Breaking the cycle of trauma has Indigenous peoples in Canada working through more than 150 years of hurt.
October 16, 2020
A neighbourhood lens on food security
Maybe you’ve heard the term ‘food desert,’ but what about ‘food swamp’? Here’s what that means—and why you might be living in one without even knowing it. Food insecurity doesn’t always look like you think.
April 14, 2020
Why income inequality is at the root of all problems
The gap between rich and poor impacts both mental and physical health for everyone. And COVID-19 is taking this realization mainstream
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If you or a loved one are in need of services, please call 211 to find out what supports are available to you.