journey forward. ANNUAL REPORT 2004 / 2005 special, somet hing hing met nec so ess gs ary rin to b m s a f u k o in e g n W o i h n c n a ip E e g 8 a . b n e e t p t e p r a p h l a ” c e e w t “ o s l e i v k e a . m W y h a e n W “ d w e t i e n ” U w . o t i r f k e t n o e g b e l t l h a e ” r , e o w u “ r d i n n d A i v . ” i d e u w a “ l f c o o e n c t r n i b e u d i t f i o n n o c s m d n u a l t h i t p g l y n e i n r t t s o e t h President and Chair’s Message Welcome to the 2004/2005 United Way annual report. This document celebrates the volunteers, staff, partner organizations, donors and many others who have made significant contributions to Winnipeg over the past year. In keeping with the direction set during Journey Forward, United Way’s community involvement initiative, we continue to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action. Together, we have made great strides in the areas of engagement, capacity building and impact that have affirmed Journey Forward is taking us in the right direction. With the help of many, we have made Winnipeg a better place to live by focusing our resources on the strategic areas that our community has told us are most important. In the pages ahead you will read how we have encouraged successful children and youth; provided opportunities for people who live in poverty, with disabilities, or who are left out because of age, culture, race or status; and helped build vibrant neighbourhoods where people can feel safe, welcome and part of their community. At no time was the relevance of our direction more evident than when we engaged with members of the Aboriginal community and with young people. We have put our learnings from these groups to work, and are beginning the implementation of an Aboriginal Relations Strategy and a number of new youth initiatives. These strategies will enhance and build relationships, as well as knowledge and capacity in our community. With the help of strong volunteers, strong administration and strong staff, the journey continues. We look forward to the introduction of new ways of interacting with the people of Winnipeg to work together to create the kind of city we would all like to live in. Together “We” can, and “We” do, make a difference. Susan Lewis, Curt Vossen, President, United Way of Winnipeg Chair, United Way Board of Trustees 2004 / 2005 ANNUAL REPORT | 3 APRIL‘04 / MAY Dates to Remember Strengthening Individuals and Families April 29 – May 1, 2004 A strong foundation is essential for United Way of Canada - Centraide a vibrant and prosperous community. Canada’s National Conference United Way strategically invests May 19, 2004 in programs that enhance family “We” Brand Launch life education; promote family preservation; increase knowledge and skills to build resiliency and capacity; support wellness education; and provide supports to enable people to enjoy physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. We all play a role in ensuring we have a solid foundation for our community to flourish – whether it’s a contribution of time, money or expertise, we continue the journey forward. A P R I L M AY S M T W T F Sa S M T W T F Sa 01 02 03 01 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 “We” Brand Launch United Way of Winnipeg unveiled its progressive “We” brand. The Lyric Theatre set the stage for the launch, where hundreds of agency representatives, volunteers, board and committee members added their handprints to a giant “We” banner to demonstrate that by working together, we achieve a common goal. “We” symbolizes United Way’s evolution from raising and allocating funds to establishing and maintaining partnerships and collaborations that create long- term, sustainable impact. Much more than a brand identity, “We” became the model for engagement, collaboration and partnerships. By combining our individual contributions and working together, we achieve a common vision of better lives, improved conditions and a stronger community. It is a grand concept that can be summed up in one small, but powerful word, “We”. Aboriginal Vision for the Renewal of the North End United Way’s commitment to investing in vibrant neighbourhoods is evident in “An Aboriginal Vision for the Renewal of the North United Way National Conference End”, a collaborative of North End Winnipeg was on a “Mission: agencies working together Possible” when it hosted United to restore pride in the area. Way of Canada - Centraide Canada’s United Way was the first National Conference. Delegates financial partner of the project from across the country took part and has a history and strong in workshops and plenary sessions relationships with all of the designed to build knowledge agencies involved (providing related to fundraising, community sustaining or time-limited investment and engagement. support). 2004 / 2005 ANNUAL REPORT | 5 JUNE ‘04/ JULY Dates to Remember Building Capacity in the Community June 1, 2004 Making an impact, addressing the Leadership Event needs of the community and ensuring at Canad Inns Stadium that systems work effectively to June 17, 2004 address those needs begins United Way’s Annual Luncheon with understanding the core & General Meeting issues. Building capacity June 18, 2004 in the community provides the Eagle’s Eye View opportunity to truly comprehend Media Conference the complex issues, and establishes June 21, 2004 and strengthens relationships that National Aboriginal Day identify and realize solutions. Through RBC / Knowles Centre innovative initiatives like Eagle’s Eye View, Day of Caring we are increasing our knowledge of the Aboriginal June 23, 2004 community, and forging partnerships that address challenges and build on Winnipeg Labour Council strengths of the Aboriginal population of Winnipeg. & The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce / Rossbrook House Day of Caring & Kick-Off July 28, 2004 J U N E J U LY The North West Company / S M T W T F Sa S M T W T F Sa Macdonald Youth Services Day of Caring 01 02 03 04 05 01 02 03 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Eagle’s Eye View Released United Way released Eagle’s Eye View, a holistic, comprehensive and balanced snapshot of the Aboriginal community in Winnipeg. Produced by the Aboriginal Task Group, this document was the first resource of its kind for Winnipeg and for Canada. The document presented information without analysis or interpretation to build knowledge, understanding, trust, connections and relationships. Eagle’s Eye View described cultural, social, economic and political elements in the Aboriginal community. The information contained in Eagle’s Eye View helped inform United Way’s actions that led to the creation of the Aboriginal Relations position within United Way. In addition, and as the result of a very successful 2003 Annual Campaign, United Way had approximately $400,000 new dollars available for investment in the community in 2004, 50% of which was earmarked for Aboriginal-led projects. Day of Caring Kick-Off Day of Caring Solstice Event The Winnipeg Labour Council and the Winnipeg Turtle Lodge, Knowles Centre Chamber of Commerce kicked off United and the Royal Bank of Canada Way’s Day of Caring with an partnered for a United Way Day of “extreme makeover” at Caring Summer Solstice event that Rossbrook House. included a variety of Aboriginal More than 100 teachings and ceremonies, workplaces signed up including a sacred drums and dance to volunteer their time, exhibition, traditional sweat lodges making this year’s and Aboriginal arts and crafts program the most workshops. successful ever. 2004 / 2005 ANNUAL REPORT | 7 AUGUST / SEPTEMBER‘04 Dates to Remember Developing Strong Neighbourhoods August 3, 2004 Loaned Representatives & Community Connections Begin 1st Term The heart of a healthy community – be August 4, 2004 it a neighbourhood or workplace United Way’s – is inclusion, understanding Invitational Golf Classic and cooperation. United Way August 23, 2004 strategically invests in programs Loaned Representatives and services that develop strong Begin 2nd Term neighbourhoods and community September 12, 2004 connections. In addition to collaborating Inaugural Banjo Bowl with agencies to further the community’s September 20, 2004 vision, United Way also provides a hands- Plane Pull & Campaign Kick-Off on opportunity for Winnipeggers to be part of the process through the Loaned Representative program and Day of Caring September 27, 2004 Board approves community program. These programs engage employees, provide an opportunity to investment framework to enhance understand issues, and form connections that foster the continual development investments in community and of a strong community. economic development and priority populations AUGUST SEPTEMBER S M T W T F Sa S M T W T F Sa 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 01 02 03 04 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 Campaign Kick-Off & Plane Pull United Way unveiled the community’s most ambitious campaign goal ever: $15.7 million.