UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-2020 UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-20
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Message from the Chair, Board of Trustees and President & CEO . . 4 Throughout this report, you’ll see examples of our work in 2019 campaign ...... 6 social innovation highlighted. We define “social innovation” All that kids can be ...... 16 as initiatives that promote: From poverty to possibility ...... 24 · new relationships and collaborations Healthy people, strong communities ...... 30 · new ways of working A city-wide web of support ...... 36 together · new solutions to social An engaged community ...... 42 problems An efficient & effective organization ...... 54 Treasurer’s report ...... 56 Financial statements ...... 57 Celebrating our sponsors ...... 62
United Way Winnipeg acknowledges our work takes place on Treaty 1 territory, original land of the Cree, Ojibway, Dene and Dakota peoples, and homeland of the Metis Nation, where the original people of Turtle Island have gathered for as long as can be remembered. Treaty No. 1 was entered into on August 3, 1871, at Lower Fort Garry. We also acknowledge the water we drink comes from Treaty 3 territory of Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, and our electricity comes from Treaty 5 territory. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of truth, reconciliation, and collaboration. WE WANT TO SEE A WINNIPEG FILLED WITH OPPORTUNITY & PROMISE FOR EVERYONE WHO LIVES, WORKS, AND PLAYS HERE. Message from the Chair, Board of Trustees and President & CEO
For well over 50 years, Winnipeggers have recognized The last weeks of the fiscal year of 2019/20 were excep- that by working together in a united way, we provide both tional, illustrating with absolute clarity what’s possible when stability and responsiveness to the needs in our community. we work together. In fact, the whole of 2019 and 2020 to There is no better illustration of that than the last few weeks date speaks to the power of people and possibility, the of the 2019/20 fiscal year. Thanks to our donors, volunteers value of living—and giving—united. and many partners, United Way Winnipeg was both a stabi- It is our pleasure to bring you this comprehensive lizing force and a responsive community support during the annual report. In the pages ahead, there are countless immediate crisis of the COVID-19 pandemic. stories of lives changed, inclusion, and social change. Here’s how we responded on your behalf: We hope you read every page of this report and feel as proud as we do. · We quickly affirmed stable, flexible funding to agency Last year, for example, our community achieved our partners supporting the front-line fight against COVID- largest fundraising campaign goal ever, inspired in part by 19. This gave agencies the room to change how they the remarkable Wawanesa Insurance Leadership Challenge. deliver services to ensure physical distancing while As you will see, there have been thousands of lives continuing their much-needed support to community impacted by the generosity and kindness of Winnipeggers. members. It was also a year of innovation, and we’ve spotlighted · Because of our solid community relationships that some of our amazing community innovators throughout kept our finger on the pulse of community needs, we this report. Like GenNext, the next generation of leaders channelled additional immediate funding to agencies who will inspire our community toward what could well be supporting Winnipeg’s most vulnerable, including home- the strongest years of social change in our lifetimes. We’re less-serving organizations and family resource centres. also thrilled to share exciting, innovative results on the For Every Family initiative, End Homelessness Winnipeg, the · We matched volunteers to agencies looking for help and Winnipeg Poverty Reduction Council, and Peg. We have so established a knowledge hub of curated resources for much to celebrate! nonprofit agencies. As for the year ahead, it’s going to be challenging— · We partnered with the Government of Canada to apply perhaps one of our most challenging years ever. Research our community knowledge and strong stewardship prac- shows that large-scale disasters are followed by increases tices to the distribution of crisis relief funding to areas of in depression and substance abuse, as well as a range of greatest need in our city and beyond. other mental and behavioural disorders like domestic vio- lence, child welfare issues, and more.
4 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG We already see the impact on our community. More people are living with uncertainty. There has been a toll We are, on our mental health, our relationships, and our financial security. More Winnipeggers are living in or on the edge of poverty. Stress is high. There are, however, many aspects of our city that have and always not changed. Our care and compassion for each other. Our prairie determination. Our sense of community. Because we love Winnipeg, we will rally. We will rally our energy, time, and talents. And where we can, our dollars. will be, We are, and always will be, stronger together. United. stronger together. Joan Hardy Volunteer Chair, Board of Trustees United.
Connie Walker President & CEO
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Why does Winnipeg need a community fund?
A child is hungry, and her parents don’t have the money to provide a nutritious break- fast before school. A youth is struggling with depression and anxiety, with no one to talk to. A family flees for their lives, leaving their war-torn country and all their posses- sions behind. These are just a few examples of the people in our community who have something in common: they need support. And they have something else in common, too: potential. United Way Winnipeg believes everyone who lives here should have the opportunity to overcome their challenges and realize their potential. A gift to United Way Winnipeg is more than a donation, it’s an investment in people and a commitment to community. United Way Winnipeg is Winnipeg’s community fund. When Winnipeggers give to United Way Winnipeg, they’re giving in a united way. A gift to the community supports an entire network of community-serving organizations, comprising more than 100 agency partners and programs. Each of these organizations offers essential services to people in our community, people who need support to set them on their path to potential. And these organizations, in turn, rely on stable support from the community fund to plan for the future, invest in valuable life-changing programs, and hire qualified staff. As long as there’s a community fund, there will be hope and a promise of a better Winnipeg—not just for some, but everyone.
“One of our greatest, most enduring partners is the United Way. For over 50 years, the United Way has provided a strong and effective focus for Winnipeg’s compassion, in the spirit of partnership and bringing our community together and empowering and transforming lives.” — Mayor Brian Bowman
Thank you to the Province of Manitoba, our partner in change since 1978. A generous grant provided by the Province offsets fundraising and administration expenses, ensuring all donations to United Way Winnipeg’s annual campaign go directly toward agencies and programs that help Winnipeggers.
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“We create this together to support all of us .”
TENS $21.6M 2,000+ 100+ OF THOUSANDS RAISED VOLUNTEERS AGENCY PARTNERS OF GENEROUS DONORS IN THE LEAD & PROGRAMS 340,000+ LIVES CHANGED
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A simple formula for a thriving community
It was an exciting day when our volun- do, and we knew we could do more is an investment in a better city for teers set an unprecedented fundraising together than we ever could alone. everyone. goal of $21.6 million for our commu- We didn’t use some complex At Celebration 2019, when it was nity fund. Before we committed to that mathematical equation to calculate announced we had reached our goal, goal, however, there were some con- whether we’d hit our campaign goal; I was filled with such pride. It was a siderations and questions that needed the formula was actually a simple one. testament to our shared belief that to be answered first. Is this possible? There is strength in numbers. The more whatever obstacles we’re facing in Can we top last year’s remarkable gen- we pull together, and the more money our community, we can work together erosity from Winnipeggers? Can we we raise means more services for more to overcome them and build the inspire them to give even more? people. Winnipeg we know our city can be. The answer, of course, to all of the Thankfully, Winnipeggers, too, know A huge thank you to the immensely above was: absolutely! We’d find a way this is a formula that works. They’ve generous donors and extremely to top it. We’d be innovative. We’d seen the difference their support has hard-working volunteers who made be collaborative. We’d stand united made in our city, and they know an this a reality. I came into the role of because that’s what Winnipeggers investment in United Way Winnipeg Campaign Chair inspired and wanting
8 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG Message from the 2019 Campaign Chair
to play my part and make a difference, Winnipeggers. The work they do every and I leave it with a new perspective day is amazing. and even more inspired than before. And then there was the terrible A lot of what the volunteer role of snowstorm last October, which was Campaign Chair entails is going to the also the first campaign breakfast various workplaces to help kick off their update for our 2019 Campaign. The campaigns or participate in one of their inclement weather was not a factor, fun events. It was always a fantastic and over 150 Winnipeggers showed experience, seeing the motivation up for their city. This speaks volumes and support for United Way Winnipeg about what a truly special bunch we first-hand. are and how much we love Winnipeg. Something that really opened my It’s been a pleasure serving as eyes was visiting the agency part- Campaign Chair, and to my successor ners United Way Winnipeg donors Dave Angus, I wish you every success. support—the hard-working staff I’m sure you will be as inspired by who provide life-changing pro- Winnipeggers as I am. grams and services for thousands of
Jeff Goy President and CEO, Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company 2019 Volunteer Campaign Chair, United Way Winnipeg
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WORKPLACE CAMPAIGN SPOTLIGHT: You’ve really done it this time, United in Winnipeg… supporting mental health
Bell MTS is one of United Way Winnipeg’s corporate cornerstones and a partner for change in promoting mental health in our community. Bell MTS reinforces the Bell Let’s Talk commitment to mental health by working together with United Way Winnipeg to raise funds for agency partners and programs that provide mental health supports and services. “Bell MTS is pleased to align with United Way Winnipeg in its efforts to make mental health a priority,” said Lana Bakun, Pricing Specialist at Bell MTS. “It’s part of our company’s com- mitment to making our city a better It was the moment everyone had been fundraised and came out to Plane Pull place to live, and creating an environ- waiting for. The payoff for all their hard on that cold, rainy September morning, ment where people can access the work and generosity; for their leader- proudly representing their workplaces programs and services they’ll need to ship and vision of a better city. as they pulled the Boeing or Herc, feel safe and supported.” It was United Way Winnipeg’s 2019 showing what’s possible when we work Lana is also a dedicated volunteer Celebration and Winnipeggers rep- united. with United Way Winnipeg, having resenting business, Labour, nonprofit, There were the Employee served in such roles as Employee and other members of our community Campaign Chairs, who took on a lead- Campaign Chair, Agency Liaison gathered for a night recognizing their ership role within their organizations Volunteer, and a member of the collective efforts and also to hear the planning fundraising events, encour- GenNext Council. big news. aging participation and pledging, The excitement in the room was and inviting speakers from United almost palpable as the number was Way Winnipeg’s Speakers Bureau to One in five people in announced: $21.6 million raised for our increase awareness about the essen- Canada will experience community fund! tial work of agency partners in the a mental health issue or Winnipeggers had done it! Through community. illness in any given year. their efforts, they ensured United Way And then there were the thou- Winnipeg met its ambitious campaign sands of volunteers who donated goal for 2019. And it simply wouldn’t their time and many talents to United have been possible without the 500+ Way Winnipeg’s campaigns, serving in workplaces throughout Winnipeg that various roles that would energize, moti- ran campaigns. vate, and inspire other Winnipeggers Employees wanted to engage in to play their part and give and make Five ways to help end the their community in a huge way, and their city a better place to live. stigma of mental health: their organizations responded, giving United Way Winnipeg would like to staff the chance to work together with thank all the individuals, workplaces, · Talk about it their peers and effect positive change and Unions, who embraced the vision · Be kind in their community. From dunk tanks of working together to build a better · Educate yourself to Days of Caring, bake sales to Brain and brighter Winnipeg for all. To · Listen and ask Architecture Games, fundraising and everyone who donated, volunteered · Language matters engagement activities were in full or both, your contributions made the swing in workplaces all over the city. difference. There were the Winnipeggers who Thank you.
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A win-win-win for Winnipeg I’ll see your
Take one highly capable staff member. management skills she gained during Leadership gift, Add one forward-thinking, commu- her SE experience, Danijela said nity-driven organization. What’s the she found visiting the donor-sup- and raise you …. result? ported agency partners particularly The answer is a unique experi- eye-opening. The Leadership Challenge of 2018 was ence called United Way Winnipeg’s “Having an opportunity to see these such an amazing success that Wawanesa Leadership Development Program. agencies in action is what makes this Insurance generously picked up the For 14 weeks, hard-working and driven a life-changing experience for me,” torch in 2019 with the same outstanding Winnipeggers are loaned from their she said. “You become more appre- offer, plus they kicked it up a notch! employers to assist running United ciative, humble, and get to see life in a Winnipeggers could double their impact Way Winnipeg campaigns for other different perspective.” with the Leadership Challenge or try their organizations in the community. Danijela, who immigrated to hand at the Wawanesa Super Challenge. No workplace campaign could run Winnipeg from Bosnia when she was Birchwood was one of the many orga- as efficiently or effectively without 13, knows what it’s like to be on the nizations that got behind the Challenge the generous time and talents of receiving end of support from an in a huge way and had the most Leaders Sponsored Executives (SEs). And for agency partner. for both years. the SEs, not only do they feel they’re “The Immigrant Centre, one of “183 Birchwood team members made directly impacting their community, United Way Winnipeg’s funded agen- this amazing, generous gift, demon- they’re participating in a one-of-a-kind cies, provided free settlement service strating their love for their community professional development opportunity. to my family and me when we needed and compassion to help those in need,” Once they’ve completed their term help the most,” she said. “The pro- said MaryAnn Kempe, United Way at United Way Winnipeg, SEs return to gramming I received at the Immigrant Winnipeg Leadership Co-Chair and team their workplace with more confidence Centre played a big role in where I am member at Birchwood. “The Leadership and greater leadership skills, which today.” Challenge was already such a game is both a benefit to the SEs and the Thank you to Danijela, and the changer, so for Wawanesa to step up organizations that invested in their 25 other dedicated Sponsored even more with the Super Challenge is professional development. Executives who served their com- simply fantastic.” Danijela Travica was loaned to munity in 2019, and to the generous United Way Winnipeg by her employer, organizations that sponsored them Manitoba Public Insurance. In addi- or offered a financial contribution to tion to the leadership and project United Way Winnipeg. 646 120 NEW WINNIPEGGERS LEADERS! TOOK THE WAWANESA SUPER CHALLENGE
Thank you to all our Leaders and to Wawanesa Insurance!
Sponsored Executive Danijela Travica shares her story at a United Way Winnipeg Event. 2019 Volunteer Campaign Cabinet
Thank you to the 2019 Campaign Cabinet for your exceptional
Jeff Goy The Honourable His Worship Dave Angus volunteerism, Campaign Chair Brian Pallister Mayor Brian Bowman Incoming Chair Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Honourary Member Honourary Member Johnston Group Inc. Company Premier of Manitoba City of Winnipeg many contributions, Province of Manitoba and commitment to our city.
As a volunteer-led organization, United Way Winnipeg relies on the dedication, talents, and vision of experts in various
fields to execute a successful J.P. Perron Bernie Wood Paul Dueck Dorota Blumczynska campaign. Our 2019 Campaign Deputy Chair, Co-Chair, Labour Deputy Chair, GenNext Deputy Chair, Business Development Engagement Castle Mortgage Group Agency Partners Cabinet came from all sectors of Payworks Inc. Canadian Labour Congress IRCOM our city’s workforce—business, labour, government, and the community, and each brought their unique skill set and style. More than 500 workplaces came together to help us reach our fundraising goal of $21.6 million for Winnipeg’s community fund.
MaryAnn Kempe Adam Hanson Darryl Levy Donald MacDonald Co-Chair, Leadership Co-Chair, Leadership Co-Chair, Major Co-Chair, Major Birchwood Johnston Group Inc. Corporations Corporations Wynward Insurance Group Pitblado Law
Paul Norris James Holland Louise Mitchell Jamie Hall Co-Chair, Growth Co-Chair, Growth Co-Chair, Nationals Co-Chair, Industry Bell MTS Winpak Ltd. Wawanesa Mutual Insurance SAFE Work Manitoba Company
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Bruce Gehlen Craig White Ryan Klassen Kimberley Gray Darren Dunn Jim Ludlow Co-Chair, Industry Co-Chair, Co-Chair, Co-Chair, Co-Chair, Co-Chair, RBC Royal Bank Tech & Finance Tech & Finance General Business General Business General Business Endeavour Wealth Bell MTS Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Assiniboia Downs True North Sports Management Company & Entertainment
Jody Langhan Joe Healey Lori Lamont Krista Allan Maria Rice Charlene Paquin Co-Chair, Professions Co-Chair, Professions Co-Chair, Health & Co-Chair, Health & Co-Chair, Government Co-Chair, Government Fillmore Riley LLP Ernst & Young LLP Community Services Community Services Public Services and Civil Service Commission Winnipeg Regional Health Winnipeg Regional Health Procurement Canada Authority Authority
Michael Jack David Mandzuk Danny Blair Jason Drysdale Ted Fransen Grant A. White Co-Chair, Government Co-Chair, Universities Co-Chair, Universities Co-Chair, Schools Co-Chair, Schools Co-Chair, City of Winnipeg & Colleges & Colleges River East Transcona School Pembina Trails School Community Leaders University of Manitoba The University Division Division Endeavour Wealth of Winnipeg Management
Edward Acuna Meaghen Johnston David Filmon Shaun Hauser Nicole Stewart Joan Hardy Co-Chair, Co-Chair, Co-Chair, Co-Chair, Deputy Chair 2019 Chair, Community Leaders Community Leaders Major Donors Major Donors Leadership Development Board of Trustees Cambrian Credit Union Intentional Futures MLT Aikins LLP Wellington-Altus Private Program Canadian Pacific Railway Counselling Wealth Inc. Payworks Inc.
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Corporate Cornerstones
A cornerstone is the foundation on which the existence, success or truth of something depends. It perfectly describes what the following companies and organizations mean to United Way Winnipeg. Thank you to all the Corporate Cornerstones for your support in helping us build a better Winnipeg.
14 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG The Tomorrow Fund
An investment in the Tomorrow Fund is an investment in Winnipeg
The Tomorrow Fund is more than an investment; it’s a legacy. The A GIFT OF GENEROSITY AND VISION Tomorrow Fund was established in 1990 to celebrate United Way Over 100 Winnipeggers have let us Winnipeg’s 25th anniversary. It’s a way for Winnipeggers to ensure know they have included us in their Will. Joining the Legacy Circle with a the community is in good hands for the future. Donors can see the bequest allows United Way Winnipeg impact of their gift today and invest in the Winnipeg of tomorrow. to plan for the future and enables Legacy Circle members to inspire Investments in the Tomorrow Fund provide vital seed money future generations. Members of the Legacy Circle are invited to sign the that drives innovation to help more people, right here in Winnipeg. Book of Names at the Legacy Circle signing ceremony, an annual event While the principal stays permanently invested, and a portion of the to honour people who have the foresight and annual investment income is retained to keep purchasing power, the generosity to remaining investment income goes directly into our community. make lasting gifts to our Thank you to all of our donors who have invested in a brighter community by investing in the future for our city through United Way Winnipeg’s Tomorrow Fund. Tomorrow Fund.
A NAME FOR TOMORROW More and more donors who give to the Tomorrow Fund are choosing to create Named Funds for their endowments to leave a legacy of their giving. Established at $5,000, there is no limit to how much one can contribute to a named endowment fund. Currently, there are 131 Named Funds. The Lynn and Wally MacMartin Fund
When it came time to decide how to to make sure the excellent contribu- invest, Lynn & Wally MacMartin knew tion to society United Way Winnipeg they wanted to leave a legacy with makes will be supported long after our their name on it. The MacMartins demise, as a legacy.” established their own Named Fund Wally has volunteered on numerous in 2013 called “The Lynn & Wally committees of United Way Winnipeg, MacMartin Fund.” including the Campaign Cabinet, “Having the experience of over 30 Legacy Giving, as an Account opened his eyes to the critical needs years volunteering with United Way Executive, and Community Leaders of Winnipeg. Winnipeg and witnessing first-hand volunteer teams. He was also an “Every dollar donated to United the impact of its donor-funded agency employee of United Way Winnipeg. Way Winnipeg goes back directly to partners and programs inspired us to Wally was chosen by his employer support the donor-supported agen- create a Named Fund,” said Wally. “A to support his workplace’s Annual cies and programs,” said Wally. “With monthly donation, no matter how little Campaign for three months as a those efficiencies and the critical or substantial, combined with other Sponsored Executive. He says it needs within our communities, the donations, help to make improve- was there he learned about the vital return on investment is an excellent ments in people’s lives. We wanted work of United Way Winnipeg, which return of resources.”
Current value of the Tomorrow Fund: $17,900,000
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Stable support in our community. 36 12 41 28 80,000+ AGENCIES COUNSELLING OUT-OF-SCHOOL LEADERSHIP/ WINNIPEGGERS AND CRISIS AND SUMMER MENTORING IMPACTED INTERVENTION PROGRAMS PROGRAMS PROGRAMS
CHILDREN AND YOUTH ARE OUR FUTURE. AS A COMMUNITY, WE CAN ENSURE KIDS ARE SET UP TO SUCCEED FROM THEIR EARLIEST YEARS, LAYING THE GROUNDWORK FOR THEM TO BEGIN SCHOOL READY TO LEARN, AND FINISH SCHOOL READY TO TAKE ON THE WORLD.
ADDRESSING THESE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
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Teaching real-life superpowers in the classroom
Batman. Black Panther. Wonder “In our classroom, we use Equinox Woman. The Hulk. Equinox. as our superhero, since we’re really Haven’t heard of the last one? focusing on social justice issues and 10-year-old Brooklyn can tell you all building empathy and perseverance,” about her. said Ms. Siller. “Equinox is brave. She stands up for Thrival Kits were developed what’s right, so kids can have a safe in 2017-18 through a partnership school. So when Equinox is eating between the Canadian Mental Health lunch and looks down, she doesn’t Association (CMHA), a United Way have to worry about mice running Winnipeg donor-supported agency around like she used to,” said Brooklyn. partner, and the Manitoba Advocate “And she went all that way to stick up for Children and Youth, in collabo- for her school and have the right to go ration with Manitoba teachers. The to school.” curriculum was developed to promote Equinox is a superhero in DC mental health strategies in the class- Comics’ Justice League. The char- room for students in grades 4-6. acter is based on the real-life story of In addition to the superhero theme, Shannen Koostachin, a 13-year-old two of many powerful tools Ms. Siller Indigenous girl who sought justice said she uses in her Thrival Kits curric- by travelling from her remote Cree ulum are mindfulness and meditation. community, to stand on the steps of For a lot of kids, she said it’s a real Parliament Hill and fight for equitable lightbulb moment when they realize education funding for her community. it’s okay to feel and react a certain way, Brooklyn’s teacher, Ms. Catherine and it’s also fine to take the time and Siller, teaches her students about use tools to decompress. Shannen to help them learn more “Meditation may not get rid of the about Indigenous history and also problem, but it takes the heaviness as part of the Thrival Kits curriculum, away, and it makes things more clear,” where kids can create their own super- said Ms. Siller. “Maybe there’s some hero, or choose an existing one. tension at home, but they can better understand where it’s coming from and understand other people’s anger as well. We’re building empathy together, big time.” Not every school has access to the kits, but Brooklyn hopes one day they will. “Maybe if they learn how other people feel, there won’t be any more school fights or bullying,” she said. “Since they’d know how it would feel.” 70% of mental health issues first occur during childhood or adolescence.
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Engagement opportunities that can last a lifetime
In high school, Megan Dufrat volun- The most impactful initiative to event last October. Students and teered on a number of committees. emerge out of the strategic review this teachers from participating schools When she was looking for something past year was the creation of a Youth celebrated the program with Youth to be involved with after graduation, United Chapters pilot program in a United Council members, where United Way Winnipeg’s Youth United number of Winnipeg high schools. they were invited to hear program was the answer. The new Chapters program, sup- guest speakers from United Youth United’s volunteer council of ported by a generous grant from Way Winnipeg’s Speakers passionate young Winnipeggers work Canada Life, is an innovative way Bureau share their stories. to connect youth from across the city to engage school-age youth in The Chapters also actively with valuable volunteering, learning, what’s happening in their city, engaged in their community by networking, and skills development and foster a lifelong relationship visiting United Way Winnipeg opportunities that inspire and cele- with United Way Winnipeg. Youth donor-supported agencies and partici- brate youth leadership. United Chapters act as an entry point pating in a Day of Caring. More than eight years after she into caring about what our organiza- “That event has been the highlight joined Youth United, Megan serves as tion does and an introduction to the of the year so far,” Megan said. “Lots the Council’s chair. different ways they can be involved in of people came away with the idea “I’ve found since being involved, my their community throughout their lives. that even though they’re young knowledge and understanding of com- Through the pilot program, Youth and in high school, they can make a munity issues have grown immensely,” United Council members work with difference.” said Megan, who graduated from the Chapters to support them in the University of Manitoba last June applying for grants of up to $1,000 with a master’s degree in music. “I to fund projects focused on creating really like the positive social change positive social change in their schools aspect of United Way Winnipeg and and beyond. In developing and Youth United. It’s really cool to see the implementing their projects, youth are impact in our own communities of the exploring tools and resources such as work that we do.” 211 Manitoba and the Peg community Youth United has undergone a thor- indicator system. ough strategic review in the past few Youth United launched the years. Council members had in-depth Chapters pilot program at a kickoff conversations about new ways they can work to fund and support youth- driven projects that connect young people with the community, and provide them with the skills and help Megan Dufrat they need to take action on issues Volunteer Chair most important to them. Youth United Council
Youth United
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Youth putting a stop to period poverty
Period poverty is a global issue “The biggest barrier for access to visiting a nearby K-8 school to give affecting millions of people who menstrual products is finances,” said presentations about menstrual health don’t have access to safe, hygienic Eric Bao, a Grade 12 student at Nelson and reusable pads as an option. sanitary products, including people McIntyre, who serves as the school’s In addition to doing something that in Winnipeg. But Nelson McIntyre Youth United Chapter Ambassador. will make Winnipeg a better place, Eric Collegiate’s Youth United Chapter is “Menstrual products can be espe- said the project has been enjoyable doing its part to fight period poverty in cially hard for women earning a lower because it’s allowed the Chapter to Manitoba’s capital with an innovative income to access. Our main goal is come together and grow as a team. project. to provide reusable menstrual prod- “At the beginning of the year, most Last year, United Way Winnipeg ucts so that finance is not a barrier of us were pretty quiet,” he said. “Now awarded the Chapter a $1,000 grant to for women interested in trying out or we’re all comfortable with each other, fund its project. The project has three using this menstrual health option.” and everyone trusts everyone else to phases: production, distribution, and The 12-member Nelson McIntyre fulfill their responsibilities. I think that’s education. Youth United Chapter has been a cool feeling; when you can depend Phase one and two include the cre- meeting each week since last October on your team and get the work done.” ation of 120 reusable sanitary pads that to work on the project. Along the way, Eric’s experience will be distributed to women’s resource Last December, the Chapter held a with the Chapter is sharpening his centres. community sewing event at the school leadership skills. to meet their goal of producing 120 “Your style of leadership changes pads. Participants included students for every group you’re in, and I think from Glenlawn Collegiate and Collège that’s something I’ve learned in our Jeanne-Sauvé, as well as Nelson Youth United Chapter,” he said. “In McIntyre. this group, I’ve taken a more laid-back For the third phase of the project— approach more or less, because I’m on education—students from Nelson a team where everyone is passionate McIntyre’s Youth United Chapter are about social change and eager to get to work.” There are currently nine Youth United Chapters, and the Youth United Council has awarded 12 grants of up to $1,000 per project.
Eric Bao Volunteer Ambassador Youth United Chapter
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Our kids More agencies on board means more need more opportunities for youth and mentors The United Mentoring Network (UMN) The network uses a website, winni- mentors! connects individuals who want to pegmentors.ca, as its central hub for make a difference in the lives of young interested individuals where people people through a mentoring program. can request a mentor or volunteer to Mentors help youth develop a broad Becoming a network partner is also an be a mentor. Child- and youth-serving range of internal and external devel- excellent opportunity for organizations agencies interested in joining the opmental assets. The more assets to add to and improve their program network can also connect to develop and supportive relationships youth offerings. effective practices and approaches that have, the more likely they will grow The United Mentoring Network help enhance mentorship experiences, into caring, capable, and confident continues to evolve and strengthen its including access to mentor training individuals. ability to connect Winnipeg kids with materials. What makes a great mentor? mentors. In the past year, over a dozen Jane Marion, Director of Service child- and youth-serving organizations Delivery and Community Connections Empathy—someone who takes a were engaged with and benefited at Big Brothers Big Sisters of curious and compassionate interest in from the network, such as Evermore Winnipeg—the leading agency for the challenges they are facing Gather Grow Lead Inc., CanU, the UMN—said exciting opportunities are A role model—someone who demon- Haven at the Salvation Army, Animikii in the works. strates generosity, loyalty, and other Ozoson Child and Family Services, “I love collaborating with organi- positive attributes and École Leila North School. River zations doing great work, seeing the East Transcona School Division and ways our programs can find intersec- Being present—someone they can the Better Business Bureau are also tions, opening new connection points count on to be there for them when working with the UMN to launch a and building creative programming to they need support and encouragement career-mentoring program this year. serve more kids,” Marion said. Active listening—sometimes kids just One of those new connections is want to have someone safe to talk to developing between Big Brothers Big and to express themselves openly Sisters of Winnipeg and Gang Action Interagency Network (GAIN). The Fun—research demonstrates that two organizations are talking about active, interactional play is an essen- creating a new program option for tial part of strong, healthy brain youth—particularly those with complex development challenges and needs—to connect with mentors in a safe, structured and supervised program at the Big Sign up to be a mentor Brothers Big Sisters activity space. “I think it will allow youth with complex needs to get mentorship much faster in this model,” said Marion. “Having United Way Winnipeg’s support in helping us do this collaborative work, to get youth out having fun and developing relationships with mentors, is just so important to com- winnipegmentors.ca munity health and well-being.”
Megan is one of many dedicated mentors in our community. 22 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG Thanks to Winnipeggers’ support of Koats for Kids, thousands of children had warm clothing to wear during the winter months, so they could attend school and play outside. 361 1,981 VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEER HOURS 4,332 1,096 JACKETS BOOTS + thousands OF SKI PANTS, TOQUES, MITTS, AND SCARVES
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24 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG Stable support in our community. 22 13 12 30,000+ AGENCIES LIFE AND ASSET BUILDING, MONEY WINNIPEGGERS IMPACTED EMPLOYMENT MANAGEMENT & SKILLS/SOCIAL FINANCIAL INCLUSION ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS PROGRAMS
A THRIVING COMMUNITY IS ONE WHERE EVERYONE HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO EARN A LIVING, SUPPORT A FAMILY, AND LIVE WITH A SENSE OF PRIDE, CONFIDENCE, DIGNITY, AND ACHIEVEMENT. IT’S DIFFICULT TO PLAN A BRIGHTER FUTURE WHEN EVERY DAY IS A STRUGGLE FOR BASIC NEEDS LIKE FOOD AND SHELTER. WHEN WE HELP PEOPLE SUPPORT THEMSELVES AND MAINTAIN STABILITY FOR THEIR FAMILIES, WE LIFT OUR ENTIRE COMMUNITY TO A BETTER PLACE.
ADDRESSING THESE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-20 25 Jocelyn’s story
Learning money management skills can change lives
For many people living in poverty, Jocelyn also participated in fear is an emotion they know too SEED Winnipeg’s Access to Benefits well. program, which helps people with “I was always afraid,” said Jocelyn. everything from obtaining ID, to “Fear that my utilities would be cut applying for benefits, to filing tax off, fear of not being able to pay the returns. rent. And while my kids never starved, Over the years, Jocelyn has had I wasn’t able to provide healthy food over 40 residences. for them. I was always scrounging just “Knowing your postal code is a gift, to cover the minimum payment on and to be able to get ID and access the bills, and my kids weren’t able to anything, you have to be able to prove participate in any organized sports or your address.” activities.” Jocelyn found filling out forms left Jocelyn also feared that living in her confused and filled with anxiety, poverty would limit her kids’ future but her colleagues helped her fill out opportunities. the necessary forms. “I didn’t know how to save money, “I now have enough ID to vote,” let alone put any aside for their Jocelyn said. “And they also helped future,” Jocelyn said. “Growing up in me get help obtaining my kids’ birth a home where survival mode was the certificates so I could open up a bank norm, knowing that there’s no money account and an RESP for each.” put away for education, words like When Jocelyn saw the last state- post-secondary were not used ever.” ment from her kids’ RESPs, she cried. Jocelyn then got a temp job “I have hope for them now,” she at SEED Winnipeg, a United Way said. “Words like ‘university’ and Winnipeg donor-supported agency. ‘college’ are normal in my home.” While working at the agency, Jocelyn Jocelyn is now working full time participated in some of their asset as an Administrative Coordinator building programs, which they run in for SEED Winnipeg’s Asset Building partnership with Assiniboine Credit Programs. Union. And these programs helped “I struck gold here at SEED. I had change her life. no skills, but they saw I was able to One of their programs is called connect with participants because I Saving Circle, which is a matched know their struggle,” she said. savings program, combined with Today, Jocelyn enjoys presenting money management training. participants with their Saving Circle Participants save $250, and SEED cheques and sharing what she has Winnipeg matches it with $750, for a learned in money management training total of $1,000. Participants can use this with the community. money for certain assets to improve Jocelyn’s next goal is to own her their lives. Participants also take a own home. 10-week money management course “For now though, I have healthy Helping that helps them learn about budgeting, food on my table, a roof over my head, more Winnipeggers banking, credit, and savings. and hope for my family’s future. And I get ID—a first no longer live in fear.” step towards employment
26 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG From poverty to possibility
UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-20 27 From poverty to possibility
End Homelessness Winnipeg From managing Homelessness Winnipeg engaged collaborates with homeless- stakeholders to identify what this system should look like in Winnipeg. serving sectors and all levels homelessness A central component of Coordinated of government to advance and Access is a robust, shared informa- measure progress toward the to ending it tion platform such as the Homeless following seven targets by 2025: Individuals and Families Information When we think ahead to the future, System (HIFIS). End Homelessness we may wonder if some things we’d Winnipeg is facilitating adoption and Create love to see happen in our community expansion of HIFIS among local home- 1,340 additional housing ever really will. We may ask, “Is it even less-serving organizations, to deepen units based on identified possible?” real-time understanding on homeless- local housing needs Take homelessness, for example. ness and collaboration across sectors. Will we ever see the day when every New initiatives and new data inform Winnipegger has their own bed to a new five-year plan, launched at sleep in? An escape from the elements. Thunderbird House last fall. The plan A safe haven. A place they can call sets out seven measurable targets— Eliminate home. including creating housing, moving entries to homelessness End Homelessness Winnipeg people into housing, and shortening among released inmates and doesn’t just believe it’s possible; shelter stays—for End Homelessness youth who are in CFS care or they’re helping make it happen. Winnipeg and stakeholders to work disengaging from school End Homelessness Winnipeg leads towards by 2025. the change needed to prevent and End Homelessness Winnipeg’s reduce homelessness in our city. In innovative, collaborative approach won House 2019, the organization was recom- the national 2019 Reframe Housing 1,519 people mended as Community Entity for Competition. Under the winning experiencing absolute Winnipeg, administering more than “Housing Through homelessness or who $9 million in federal funding under Collaboration” project, are provisionally housed the Reaching Home homelessness End Homelessness strategy. To develop the Community Winnipeg works with Plan for investing these funds, End Wahbung Abinoonjiiag Expand Homelessness Winnipeg conducted and eight other use of HIFIS to 45 home- surveys and focus groups with Indigenous and women’s organiza- less-serving organizations people who have lived experience of tions to create transitional housing for and programs as part of a homelessness. women and children fleeing violence. coordinated access system A key goal of Reaching Home is A collaborative service model will implementation of a Coordinated provide wrap-around supports for Access system that can improve access tenants, while an innovative financing to housing and supports. In 2019, End approach involving private and public Reduce sector investments will create a stable Indigenous overrepresenta- financial base for construction and tion in emergency shelters operations. by 50%
Prevent 90% of those served by coordinated access from re-entering homelessness
End Homelessness Winnipeg is the End Homelessness Winnipeg is part lead organization for one of the nine of a national demonstration project for new communities recently selected to the HelpSeeker app, which connects participate in the Built for Zero Canada individuals to local services in real time Shorten campaign, a national collaborative effort and sends data back to providers to length of stays in to end chronic homelessness through a identify pressures and gaps. emergency shelters so data-driven approach. 92% are less than 10 days
28 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG From poverty to possibility
Supporting transition to the workplace
TRC92: Youth Employment, an initia- sustainable employment—is the tran- tive of the Winnipeg Poverty Reduction sition from training to the early phases Council (WPRC), is grounded in Call of employment. To address potential to Action #92 from the 2015 Truth & gaps, WPRC is using a social innova- Reconciliation Commission of Canada tion lab format* to engage employers, report. This innovative cross-sectoral community organizations, government effort brings together private sector representatives, and young Indigenous * Social innovation lab format: social employers and community-based orga- job seekers in exploring effective tran- innovation labs are a cross-sectoral and nizations training Indigenous youth for sition support.** organizational approach to tackling employment. Job seekers identified supportive complex and challenging societal issues. Lab processes facilitate break-through The goal is to ensure access to a relationships and environments, thinking, collaboration, and systems range of culturally safe and attractive familiarity, and ongoing one-on-one change. job opportunities for Indigenous youth. mentoring as the keys to a successful ** Transition support: individualized, Early work primarily involved a highly transition. They also highlighted trans- culturally appropriate, wrap-around support engaged consortium of employers portation, suitable childcare and stable throughout the transition from training to focusing on educating their leader- housing as significant challenges. employment, as well as during the initial ship teams and workforces about In the next phase of the social phases of employment. Indigenous history and the legacy of innovation lab process, the different residential schools, all while exploring sectors and interests will collaborate to skills-based training in intercultural create potential solutions for providing competency, conflict resolution, human comprehensive transition support to rights and anti-racism. both new employees and workplaces, Over the past year, WPRC has ultimately helping these young workers worked collaboratively to engage a settle in their new careers. number of new employment sectors— including manufacturing, retail and hospitality—in the TRC92: Youth Employment initiative. These sectors offer a variety of career paths, as well as first jobs, part-time, and flexible employment opportunities. At the same time, research and stories from those with lived experi- ence have made it clear that the most critical time for young job seekers— Student jobseekers from Ka Ni often facing multiple barriers to Kanichihk Inc. and employers meet in conversation circles to share and discuss employment interests, questions, and opportunities.
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Stable support in our community. 61 39 10 29 62 225,000+ AGENCIES COMMUNITY NEIGHBOURHOOD LIFE SKILLS COUNSELLING, WINNIPEGGERS DEVELOPMENT SAFETY & AND ACCESS- WELLNESS, IMPACTED PROGRAMS COMMUNITY-BUILDING TO-RESOURCES & EDUCATION PROGRAMS PROGRAMS PROGRAMS
VIBRANT, SAFE, AND FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES BEGIN WITH PERSONAL WELLNESS—MAKING SURE EVERYONE CAN FIND THE HELP THEY NEED TO THRIVE RIGHT WHERE THEY LIVE. BY EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES TO IMPROVE THEIR OWN LIVES AND THOSE AROUND THEM, THEY CAN CONTRIBUTE TO A STRONGER, HEALTHIER, AND MORE CONNECTED WINNIPEG.
ADDRESSING THESE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
30 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG THRIVE RIGHT WHERE THEY LIVE.
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32 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG Todd’s story
Recovery is possible when the support is there
“The first thing meth gives you is Todd had attended a peer support the chemical euphoria,” said Todd, group at Mood Disorders Association a Winnipegger now in recovery from of Manitoba (MDAM), a United Way meth use. “But then it took me for a Winnipeg donor-supported agency ride, dragging me through the gutter, partner. While he was there, he saw and kicking me while I was down.” a flyer for Mood Disorder’s Leading Todd was 23 when he was first intro- Change meth recovery program. duced to meth. He’d been struggling “I thought, this is great; it’s just what with anxiety and depression for years. I need,” said Todd. “To be honest, I didn’t even know One of the techniques that worked it was meth the first time; I thought it well for Todd is called body mapping, was Ecstasy,” said Todd. where art is used as part of the journey The second time Todd tried meth, of discovery and recovery. he knew what it was, but he didn’t “I put myself on a big piece of paper think he’d get addicted. and tried to dissect who I was. It’s like “I was going through a lot at the I was one of those CSI guys trying to time. I’d lost my job, my apartment, figure out what was wrong and what and I was in a deep depression. I just caused my addiction,” said Todd. “It wanted to give in,” said Todd. helped me get back in touch with But Todd did get addicted and paid parts of myself I’d forgotten about. a very heavy price. And I realized I was using my addiction “Meth has so many side effects to help cope with my depression and that you won’t notice at the time, and anxiety.” the cost is so much more than time Todd even helped lead the Leading and money,” he said. “It’s relationships, Change program, using his experience reputation, opportunities, and way too and knowledge to help others who are many wasted sunsets. It’s never going using meth. to be enough, and all you’re left with is Todd believes he has insight only rotting teeth and peeling skin.” someone who has experienced meth “Even when it became really intense, addiction would understand. I’d look at other meth users and think, “I understand the hell they’re going well, at least I’m not them,” said Todd. through; I’ve been in the trenches. But “But then when I became as bad as I also know there’s a way out.” them, I just didn’t seem to care.” Then one day, he was lying in bed and had a moment of clarity. He real- ized he was in rough shape and things were only going to get worse. “I knew I needed to make a dramatic change,” Todd said. “I also knew I Helping needed help.” Winnipeggers find life after meth
UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-20 33 Healthy people, strong communities
For Every Family Created in 2016 through a special partnership involving the philanthropic Keeping family and community sectors, United Way Winnipeg, the Province of Manitoba resource centres open and The Winnipeg Foundation, For Every Family (FEF) aims to enhance even longer, so kids the family-centred and proven approaches offered through United Way and families have more Winnipeg-supported family resource centres. FEF has now reached options accessing services 99.5% of its fundraising goal of $7.5 million, with every dollar matched by the Province of Manitoba.
Empowering families by building partnerships
One of our city’s greatest challenges Helping young kids be ready for · 1,046 FRC participants received is protecting and nurturing vulnerable school entry free tax filing at tax clinics and children while supporting struggling · FEF is investing in the Abecedarian drop-in days, resulting in 1,579 tax families. Family resource centres (FRCs) approach, which uses one-on-one returns filed. operate on a community-driven and language-based strategies in early · Over $4.8 million was put directly needs-based preventative model of childhood education. into the hands of Winnipeg families service delivery, offering a wide range · Last year, the Abecedarian through refunds and benefits. of programs and services for families, approach was embedded into the · Participants were also able to including early childhood education, training of 13 childminders at West secure photo ID and open a bank health education and Central Women’s Resource Centre. account, all in one place. care, youth programs, · The childminders are available for To drive efficiency and effectiveness, literacy, employment hire to all FRCs so they can offer and encourage collaboration, FEF support, community services such as child care during has created a formal network of all economic develop- parenting classes. 24 FRCs, using a shared-services ment and many others. Families rely on · Abecedarian was also implemented approach for financial empowerment these centres for meaningful supports in the daycare at Thrive Community and early childhood development and programs in a safe, welcoming, and Support Circle. and programming. Overall, financial nurturing environment close to home. Putting more money in the support from FEF has enabled more Working through the FRCs, the hands of families families to access FRCs for support and objectives of the For Every Family (FEF) · In partnership with two other programming. initiative are to: United Way Winnipeg-funded While all of the wrap-around · ensure children are ready for school agencies—SEED Winnipeg and supports FRCs offer help keep kids when they enter kindergarten Community Financial Counselling and families together, our next phase · put more money in the hands of Services—FEF deployed its shared of investment will focus specifically families services approach to offer financial on augmenting prevention-oriented · reduce the number of children empowerment expertise directly supports that keep kids from going in care through preventative to all FRCs, enabling many more into care. approaches families with access to services right in their community.
34 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG For every family
Thank you to these visionary donors
$1,000,000 +
Anonymous The Moffat Family Foundation The Winnipeg Foundation
$500,000 +
The Asper Foundation
$250,000 +
Anonymous Bison Transport Inc. Steve & Ruth Chipman Susan Glass & Arni Thorsteinson The Estate of Henri R. Gratton Johnston Group Inc. Danielle (left) and Kristy helping Winnipeggers find great deals at Thrive Thrift Shop. Paul & Anne Mahon Craig McIntosh & Lorraine Beck Price Family Foundation Helping families thrive $100,000 + Paul Albrechtsen Foundation Canada Life Thrive Community Support Circle in fulfilling Habitat’s work equity CIBC (Thrive) has seen the impact of For requirement. Meanwhile, the daycare’s Jewish Foundation of Manitoba Every Family (FEF) first-hand. Thanks Abecedarian approach had a positive Johnston Family Foundation to FEF, two staff members received impact on the children’s readiness Edward & Stella Kennedy training to deliver the financial empow- for kindergarten. The family further Michael Nesbitt erment services. This was a dream benefited from the songs, games, and come true, considering Thrive previ- books the children brought home to $75,000 + ously had to cancel free tax filing due share. Graham C. Lount Family Foundation to lack of resources. Thanks to For Every Family, Thrive Pollard Family Foundation Offering these tax clinics resulted in increased its operating hours from $98,000 in refunds for 28 individuals. two days a week to daily. Numbers of $25,000 + One of these individuals was a man people accessing critical drop-in ser- Bell MTS experiencing homelessness who had vices—and food—more than doubled, Chipman Family Foundation Junior not filed taxes in more than 10 years. and the community responded with Board Fund His $20,000 refund allowed him to rent more donations, a new clothing Denis & Debbie Devos an apartment, furnish it, and pay off program and a hygiene drive. The Gerry & Debbie Labossiere debts. Staff supported him in obtaining addition of a men’s group and evening John & Beth Pollard identification, opening a bank account, programming means Thrive can Wellington West Foundation and accessing the Canadian Pension now reach even more people in the Plan and Old Age Security—all within community. $10,000 + the comfort of his neighbourhood Anonymous family resource centre. Carol & Barry McArton Thrive’s tax clinics also led to an Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited $8,000 refund for a newcomer family, who used the money to furnish their $3,000 + new Habitat for Humanity home, Dalbir & Navneet Bains including bunk beds for their five children. Accessing Thrive’s daycare services was critical to the parents
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WE WANT TO ENSURE ALL WINNIPEGGERS CAN GET THE HELP THEY NEED AT 100+ DONOR-SUPPORTED AGENCY PARTNERS AND PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT OUR COMMUNITY
United Way Winnipeg is committed to supporting an entire network of agency partners. By bringing together community- serving organizations and building up their Alysha Clark from Main Street Project shares how donor skills, we strengthen the nonprofit sector as a dollars make a difference whole, so collectively, they can deliver better at a United Way Winnipeg campaign breakfast. services and change more lives.
36 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG A city-wide web of support
WE WANT TO ENSURE ALL WINNIPEGGERS
UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-20 37 A city-wide web of support
Capacity building—helping nonprofits find viable solutions to today’s challenges
One of the great things that defines exploring ways to further strengthen “United Way Winnipeg has always pro- us as Winnipeggers is how much we their capacity to meet demands for vided excellent training opportunities. care about each other and those who their valuable services. One of the best need support. As a community, we ways to do this is to invest in their own This past year, one of these trainings want to make sure support is always organization and build the capacity of was in partnership with People First there. We want Winnipeggers who current staff and volunteers. need support to always have access to The Main Floor offers three HR Services on Succession Strategies the life-changing services provided by opportunities for capacity building: for Not-for-Profits. It was one of the the network of 100+ donor-supported the Learning Centre, the Innovation agency partners and programs. Centre, and meeting space. United best half-day trainings I’ve attended In our current environment, non- Way Winnipeg builds capacity by sup- and was very timely for our orga- profit organizations recognize the porting innovation, nurturing learning need to be as effective and efficient and partnerships, and providing acces- nization. Thank you United Way as possible. With limited resources sible and affordable meeting space. Winnipeg.” to hire additional staff, agencies are — Audra Penner President & CEO ImagineAbility Inc.
The Learning Centre partners The Innovation Centre is a shared- Lastly, United Way Winnipeg’s with diverse subject matter space work environment designed Main Floor offers room rentals experts to offer a variety of high- to support and foster social where groups can meet in an quality, low-cost, and accessible innovation. A number of dynamic affordable, comfortable space. learning opportunities for the organizations call this space home, And while the majority of renters nonprofit charitable sector. including Spark, a program of the are nonprofit organizations, this A recent highlight was a Canadian Community Economic space is open to all! workshop with Deanna Lanoway Development Network Manitoba of People First HR Services called (CCEDNet); Manitoba Association Succession Strategies for Not-for- for Rights and Liberties (MARL); Profits: Planning for Succession Proactive Information Services; and and Continuing Operations. Manitoba Organization for Victim Assistance (MOVA). 38 332 LEARNING CENTRE EVENTS BOOKED WORKSHOPS APRIL 2019 TO MARCH 2020 707 WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS
38 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG A city-wide web of support
Agency Liaison Volunteers United Way Agency Liaison Volunteers (ALVs) play an essential role in the process of renewing funding agreements and reviewing nonprofit best practices.
ACCOUNTABILITY TIME So how does it work?
94 ALVs serve on four Impact Councils — It takes an Education, Income, average of hours Individual & Family Health, to complete an8 agency renewal and Neighbourhood Health. Impact Councils are a place contract. Each agency works to and . with a team of learn connect 4 ALVs
ALVs spent They develop a first-hand understanding of how our community’s needs are being met through meeting with the agency hours partner’s board of directors and agency 2340 leadership. dedicated to agency contract renewals
They also spent In turn, they can provide resources, suggestions for connections with like-minded hours organizations, and 825 encouragement for in annual review meetings. That’s a whole lot of teamwork! continuous improvement!
There were94 volunteers in 2019-20, with 13% of our ALVs have volunteered with us for over 10 years! 19new volunteers
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their United Way Winnipeg employee Big Sisters of Winnipeg (BBBS). Agencies helping giving campaign for the entire network A “store” was set up in one of of United Way Winnipeg donor-sup- Manitoba Possible’s offices where agencies helping ported agency partners. their staff donated new or gently used “I think it’s important to encourage items to BBBS’s Rudolph Red Tag Sale. our community agencies to contribute to United Way At the sale, Little Brothers and Little Winnipeg’s annual campaign as much Sisters could purchase holiday gifts for For decades, Manitoba Possible as possible,” said Derek Day, Manitoba their loved ones at prices ranging from (formerly Society for Manitobans Possible’s Manager of Community 5 cents to 25 cents. with Disabilities or SMD) has been an Inclusion and Support Services. “It’s an opportunity to give back active force in our community, offering As well, staff and clients of to other agencies that United Way valuable programs and services to Manitoba Possible, who are also vol- Winnipeg supports,” said Derek. improve the lives of people living with unteers with United Way Winnipeg’s “And when our staff delivered the disabilities. Speakers Bureau, visited dozens of items, they got to go on a tour and To provide this high level of workplaces throughout Winnipeg. learn more about Big Brothers Big support, Manitoba Possible, like They shared their stories to help Sisters.” many nonprofit organizations, needs increase engagement and overall Manitoba Possible was also the to fundraise. And while Manitoba donations for the annual campaign. recipient of a collection drive with Possible does a significant amount Staff at Manitoba Possible also par- generous donations from staff at of fundraising for their own organiza- ticipated in a collection drive in support Wawanesa Insurance. tion, they also raise money through of another agency partner, Big Brothers
“We’ve seen both how beneficial it is to receive and also how important it is to give. It’s really about being part of that community of agencies.” — Derek Day Manager of Community Inclusion and Support Services Manitoba Possible
Items collected at Manitoba Possible in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg’s Rudolph Red Tag Sale
40 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG A city-wide web of support
Help starts here. mb.211.ca
“I needed “We needed food “I was struggling support for my for the week, but with addiction son who lost I’ve never been to and didn’t know his vision.” a food bank.” where to turn.”
211 Manitoba is a free, online service made possible by United Way Winnipeg donors, which connects people to help in such areas as housing, food security, and mental health supports. During the COVID-19 pandemic, municipal governments and local police across Canada presented 211 phone lines as an alternative to 911, to reduce the number of non-emergency calls. Some areas in Canada with 211 phone service saw call increases of up to 400%, demonstrating the vital role 211 plays in communities. 211 Manitoba is moving towards a phone-in option, in addition to its online support, to help even more Manitobans.
ONLINE • 24/7 • HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS! An engaged community
WHEN WE COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY, OUR ACTIONS CAN MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IS ABOUT KINDNESS, EMPATHY, AND COMPASSION, AND FINDING WAYS TO RELATE TO EACH OTHER AS PEOPLE WORKING TOGETHER TOWARD A UNITED GOAL— A STRONGER COMMUNITY.
42 BECAUSE WE WINNIPEG WHEN WE COME TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY, OUR ACTIONS CAN MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.
UNITED WAY WINNIPEG ANNUAL REPORT 2019-20 43 An engaged community
Next generation of leaders discover new ways to engage staff
An open membership of leaders The John Howard Society of Manitoba. who make a difference in Winnipeg, The Chapter organized a walking GenNext is made up of hand raisers tour to a series of United Way and game changers—and Canada Life Winnipeg agencies, so that Canada is right there in the mix. Life staff and leaders could develop The insurance and wealth manage- a greater appreciation of what those ment company boasts one of the 19 agencies do. The Chapter helped GenNext Chapters in Winnipeg. These increase engagement by setting up Chapters often work together to build a photo and info booth, where staff strong networks of people who want could share what they love about to make the city a better place. Winnipeg while posing for a picture, “Building on GenNext’s vision to learning about GenNext, and partici- inspire, connect, and act, we want to pating in a popcorn giveaway. promote the importance of giving back To get the word out about events and find out what our community really and volunteer opportunities, the needs,” said Nicole Hanson, Regional Chapter partnered with Canada Life’s Sales Support Manager at Canada Life. employee resource groups. This Nicole co-founded Canada Life’s enhanced the experience of emerging GenNext Chapter, which has eight leaders at the company and helped committee members. them grow their personal, professional, Throughout Canada Life’s workplace and community leadership skills. campaign, the Chapter organized and Nicole is thankful to work at a participated in an event each month, company that values endeavours like including a Food Bingo for NorWest GenNext. Co-op Community Health; West “Our leaders support our volun- Broadway Snoball; “H.U.G.S. & Cake” teer efforts,” she said. “It’s all part of for Thrive Community Support Circle; Canada Life’s strong commitment to and a highly successful book drive, community.” where they collected 2,500 books for
A day of sharing innovations and building connections
“Winnipeg has a good secret: commu- The Summit is a one-day personal nity mobilization by the people and for and professional development confer- the people,” said Mitch Bourbonniere ence where Winnipeg’s current and to a roomful of more than 400 emerging influencers get together Winnipeggers at the 4th annual to learn, share ideas, challenge, and Igniting the passion of the GenNext Summit this past October. inspire each other to create real and next generation of leaders to And mobilize they did! lasting positive change. Bourbonniere, Program Director of Organized entirely by volunteers, challenge the status quo and Ogijiita Pimatiswin Kinamatwin, was with great leadership from co-chairs effect positive change. one of the speakers at the GenNext Matt Johnston and Nicole Hanson, the Talks 7x7—a unique speaker series Summit also provides a forum for these featuring seven inspiring Winnipeggers leaders to build better connections making a difference in the community. and take care of each other. Innovation was the theme for the Summit, which took place at the RBC Convention Centre.
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It’s cool to be kind Kindness in Schools Kindness in Workplaces As part of Conscious Kindness Day, Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce par- Small acts of kindness can go a long students from Winnipeg School ticipated as well, collecting donations of way, and United Way Winnipeg is Division took part in a community bike granola bars, juice boxes, and water for proud to present Conscious Kindness ride in the spirit of kindness, and to agency partner West Broadway Youth Day each year. learn about what it means to attend Outreach. Conscious Kindness Day had a reach schools on Treaty 1 territory. Members Acts of kindness help strengthen our on social media of over 2.7 million of the Winnipeg Police Service, The community, and United Way Winnipeg’s across Canada last year. That’s a whole WRENCH, and Bear Clan Patrol also Conscious Kindness Day aims to do just lot of kindness! “came along for the ride.” that for one special day every year.
A hole lot of love for Winnipeg
United Way Winnipeg’s charity golf game of golf, or camaraderie, or evening. The winners of the Texas tournament is one of Winnipeg’s some well-deserved time outdoors,” Scramble-style tournament were Gavin premier fundraising initiatives. At said 2019 Tournament Chair Christian Johnstone, Jim Ludlow, Brian Dagg, this year’s tournament, United Way Kennedy. “What brings everyone out and Ryan Kyle Friesen. Winnipeg raised over $94,000, is a deep sense of caring about our United Way Winnipeg would like to bringing the total funds raised in the community. We love our city and want thank all the golfers, sponsors, and vol- 27 years of the event to $1.5 million. it to be the best it can be.” unteers for supporting our tournament The event sold out, with 152 golfers “It’s because of this collective com- and our community. on 38 teams swinging into action at mitment to our city that United Way beautiful Pine Ridge Golf Club, to Winnipeg can continue its important raise money to support United Way work in our community, supporting the Winnipeg’s work in the community. many agency partners and programs “This day wasn’t just about a great that make a difference in the lives of our fellow Winnipeggers every day.” Gemini Award-winning sportscaster Scott Oake was the emcee for the
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United Way Winnipeg celebrates many decades working with Labour
United Way Winnipeg held its inaugural Labour Community Awards & Appreciation Lunch last year. Presented in partnership with the Winnipeg Labour Council (WLC) and the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Manitoba Region, the awards recog- nized six individuals for their leadership and community service. Award recipients included Richard Hines and Stephanie Swain from the Manitoba Government and General Employees’ Union, Charlene Matheson from Unifor Prairie Region, and Glenn Tomchak from IAM District 181. Additionally, Sandi Mowat (Manitoba Nurses Union) and Sandra Oakley (Canadian Union of Public Employees) were presented with the 2018-19 Art Coulter Labour Award. It was the first time in about a decade that the Art Coulter Labour Award was presented. A trade Unionist who dedicated his life to helping others, Art Coulter was involved in the Community Chest during the 1950s and early 1960s. As Executive Secretary of the WLC, Art was committed to finding a more effective and united approach to raising funds to help meet the needs of Winnipeggers. His efforts led to the WLC’s initiative to involve the Chamber of Commerce in a partnership, which led to the formation of United Way of Winnipeg in 1965. The Labour movement and the United Way movement have been partners in social change for decades, sharing a common goal: a better community and quality of life for everyone, bound together by the power of collective action. Labour leaders on the volunteer Campaign Cabinet now coordinate Labour’s involvement in United Way Winnipeg’s annual campaign and help reach Union members in hundreds of workplaces across the province. Each year, Unions are invited to support United Way Winnipeg by selecting or endorsing members to join the Leadership Development Program as a Sponsored Executive (SE). For 14 weeks, SEs become cham- pions for United Way Winnipeg, working closely with staff and volunteers in Unions and workplaces to enhance the ways Unions are engaged in the campaign and help facilitate fundraising activities. Members of the Labour community can also be found serving as Board Trustees, on the Community Investment Committee, 51 Unions and the Labour Executive Committee to the Board of Trustees, the Labour Campaign Committee, and many other senior Locals were awarded volunteer roles throughout United Way Winnipeg. Certificates of Excellence In the last couple of years, the United Way Winnipeg and Appreciation at the Labour Program has renewed and re-engaged relation- 2019 Labour Awards ships with the Labour movement to support our goals of working stronger together. The awards recognized people who were a key part of this relationship and community building. Stephanie Swain, 2017 Labour Bernie Wood, Manitoba’s Regional Representative for the Sponsored Executive and MGEU Canadian Labour Congress, said the award ceremony made for an member, is presented with the exciting afternoon. Labour Volunteer Service Award “It was well-received and a great way to re-energize the Labour move- ment’s connection to United Way Winnipeg,” Bernie said. “I’m excited to see where it goes from here.”
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1919 strike! G S 1919 , labour Café
After months of unsuccessful negotiations, and in solidarity with the Sisters, Brothers and workers S bargaining for a fair share of the fruits of their labour, the Winnipeg General Strike was called. The fi rst to walk out were the “Hello Girls”, Winnipeg’s telephone operators, who walked out four H A , hours ahead of schedule. , By 11:00 a.m., 30,000 union and non-union workers had walked off the job. W G S With upwards of 30,000 workers without income during the Winnipeg General Strike, it immediately became clear there would be a need to support individuals, families and single income households. Helen Armstrong, Chair of the Women’s Labour League put together teams of volunteers who would create a soup kitchen which would serve between 1200 to 1500 meals a day. The fi rst kitchen, affectionately called the “Labour Café,” was set up in the Strathcona Hotel with the support of the Rosenthal family who owned and ran the Hotel. The Hotel was right in the heart of the strike at Main and Rupert, where the Manitoba Museum now stands. Women and children ate for free, and men were asked to pay what they could. These soup kitchens became a vital lifeline for many families that had no other option. The Labour Café became a rallying point and an important hub of strike information. Helen Armstrong’s team of young “runners” brought updates from the Café to other strike leaders. The Women’s Labour League distributed pamphlets there. The YWCA became a key support in keeping the kitchens going through the strike and beyond.
A century of progress and working stronger together
People who visited United Way of how Unions influenced the devel- in the workplace and in the commu- Winnipeg’s atrium last spring and opment of philanthropy and collective nity,” says Kevin Rebeck, President of summer were treated to a special action in our city as a response to the the Manitoba Federation of Labour. exhibit commemorating the 100th demand to help Winnipeggers in need. “We’re proud to be founding partners anniversary of the 1919 Winnipeg In 1922, the Federated Budget of United Way Winnipeg.” General Strike. Board created the Community Chest United Way Winnipeg looks forward The strike saw Winnipeggers come of Winnipeg to unite funding of some to the next hundred years of this part- together in solidarity and demand 30 social agencies. The Community nership to strengthen and build our their right to be heard; to organize, to Chest of Winnipeg paved the way for shared community. earn a living wage, and make a better United Way Winnipeg, which today life for themselves and their families. serves more than 100 agency partners It changed Winnipeg profoundly and and programs with secure, stable and permanently. ongoing funding, including nine of its Opened at the beginning of May, original agency partners. the Working Stronger Together exhibit United Way Winnipeg is honoured traced the strike’s history and high- to continue its tradition of working lighted some of the key players and stronger together with Winnipeg’s initiatives that arose during the move- Labour movement. Here in Canada, we ment. It served as a reminder, not only have a strong social safety net in place of the importance of this historic event to catch us when we need help. That’s but of the deep, rich history United due in large part to the strength of the Celebrating the launch of United Way Way Winnipeg shares with one of its Labour movement and Unions. Winnipeg and Labour’s “Stronger Together” founding partners—Winnipeg’s Labour “Unions have always known that exhibit in the United Way Winnipeg atrium, movement. the strength of collective action makes marking the 100th anniversary of the 1919 The exhibit gave a detailed account things better for everyone. That’s true Winnipeg General Strike
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Building a strong foundation of Learning about support for our kids poverty, building understanding
Poverty is a reality for far too many Winnipeggers, and to help fight it, we need to build understanding of its complexity. Living on the Edge: Taking a Look at Poverty is a unique, two- to three-hour interactive group experience organized by United Way Winnipeg that gives participants a glimpse into the difficul- ties families experience when they live in poverty. Kalyn Maskiw-Connelly was one of Assiniboine Credit Union’s many staff members to participate in the Living on the Edge poverty simulation. “It really puts you in a position to better understand the complexity of Manitoba’s social systems, and the emotional struggle of navigating them and trying to make it through a week,” United Way Winnipeg facilitates the was a good fit for our workplace.” said Kalyn. “It’s an effective tool for Brain Architecture Game at workplaces Serving as a model for childhood building empathy.” to help develop an understanding of experiences, the exercise brings the effects of stress, particularly toxic participants together to “build” a stress, on the development of a child’s child’s brain out of straws and brain and the lifelong impact on health pipe cleaners, and it shows how, and well-being. without proper supports in place, The Brain Architecture Game the foundation may not be strong is United Way Winnipeg’s latest enough to support it, and the offering for organizations wanting structure could collapse. to engage their staff in a unique and It’s a visual metaphor for mental impactful way. health challenges and the compulsive Kalyn was so moved by her experience “We were looking for a way coping behaviour people with adverse she wrote a journal, detailing how to engage staff and the Brain childhood experiences may suffer, poverty affected the character she played Architecture Game had just come illustrating the need for early family in her simulation. You can read Kalyn’s out,” said Dee dela Cruz, Business and parental supports, childhood story on our blog. Analyst at Payworks. “We thought it education, and trauma-informed care.
COLLECTION DRIVES DAY OF CARING SPEAKERS BUREAU 133 193 91 205 1644 WORKPLACES & COLLECTION WORKPLACES & PROJECTS VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEER GROUPS DRIVES VOLUNTEER GROUPS THROUGHOUT 2019 101 49 55 5120 VOLUNTEERS UNITED WAY WINNIPEG AGENCY PARTNERS UNITED WAY WINNIPEG AGENCY PARTNERS VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS HOURS
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What’s Next volunteers make Winnipeg a better place
United Way Winnipeg’s What’s Next They also helped to bring the program offers retirees opportunities holiday spirit to a community to put their skills and experience to centre, joining forces to prepare great use and get involved in our com- and serve food and refreshments to munity. Established in 2018, What’s the attendees of Good Neighbours Next has almost 100 members who Active Living Centre’s annual take part in a variety of exciting events Christmas Tea. This November’s all year long. It’s a way for Winnipeg’s theme was, “there’s no place like retirees to use their time, talents, and home.” Members worked together money to help make a better Winnipeg to create a warm and cozy event to for everyone who lives here. bring family and friends together for What’s Nexters help all members of the holiday season. our community, from children to older The warmth of the What’s Next adults. This year alone, they helped volunteers translated literally and set up a Pop Up Day of Caring with figuratively when volunteers ensured Powerland Computers. Volunteers put warm winter wear for everyone together over 400 “Have a Great Day” through United Way Winnipeg’s Koats kits for Good Neighbours Active Living for Kids program. They gave their Volunteers are truly the backbone Centre to distribute to isolated older time to sort and organize donations of United Way Winnipeg. Hundreds of adults in the community. The kits had of coats, hats, mittens, and scarves. people putting their skills and time to thoughtful items intended to brighten They also filled orders of outerwear to use to help make Winnipeg a better an older adult’s day, like playing cards ensure everyone could be warm for place creates a strong, resilient com- and toothbrushes. the winter. munity of which we can all be proud.
Richardson Foundation’s Essential Needs Fund helps build community
Nearly $2.6 million invested in the community since 2014!
Through the generosity of the their mission to create positive change two safe egress doors, and safe, even Richardson Foundation, the Essential and everlasting impact within our flooring. Needs Fund provides funding to community.” “It has been an incredible process United Way Winnipeg agency partners With the Richardson Foundation’s to see this space evolve from a der- in significant need of capital upgrades. grant opportunity, the Spence elict, vacant building into the space Now in its sixth year, the Essential Neighbourhood Association (SNA) we see now,” said Mareike Brunelli, Needs Fund invested $400,000 in 2019 has been able to create a safe space Central Neighbourhoods Director. to support 34 projects in partnership for people in three neighbourhoods. “Thank you for entrusting us with funds with United Way Winnipeg. SNA offers a central hub where people to upgrade this unique facility for the “The Richardson Foundation is from the Central Park, Centennial, and Central community.” proud of its partnership with United West Alexander neighbourhoods can Way Winnipeg and to have the meet in a space that’s safe, warm, and Essential Needs Fund program benefit welcoming. so many dedicated organizations A location where people can over the past six years,” said Shannon come together in a safe space is an Fijal, Executive Director, Richardson important part of community building. Foundation. “The steadfast commit- With Essential Needs Fund support, ment of individuals within the United the agency installed a number of The Essential Needs Fund, established Way Winnipeg partner agency network upgrades, including a more secure in 2014 by the Richardson Foundation, is truly inspiring, and we look forward and better insulated front door, a has provided nearly $2.6 million in to continuing to support them on large window that lets in the sunshine, support of 178 projects.
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Winnipeg Whiteout Street Parties raise $162,555 for our community
It was a veritable blizzard $162,555 was raised by Winnipeg Jets fans over the three nights, of support as thousands of and 100% of the funds went to nine Winnipeg agencies, including: Winnipeggers showed up to show their love for their community and Bruce Oake Recovery Foundation Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba their Winnipeg Jets! provides long-term, residential care (MDAM) and addiction treatment for adult males provides support and recovery to those The #WPGWhiteout Street struggling with drugs and alcohol. affected by mood disorders while Parties, presented by Tim Hortons, building community awareness and Eagle Urban Transition Centre (EUTC) included three separate events understanding. provides services to First Nations held between April 10-18. Close individuals and families transitioning from North Point Douglas Women’s Centre to 30,000 fans gathered together northern and southern communities to an creates opportunities for women in North in downtown Winnipeg to cheer urban environment. Point Douglas by offering advocacy on their hockey team and create a services, parenting groups, information End Homelessness Winnipeg lasting legacy for our community. on housing and employment, resumé coordinates actions to further Winnipeg’s assistance, computer and internet Thanks to everyone who sup- comprehensive Ten Year Plan to End access, as well as laundry facilities. ported this initiative, every dollar Homelessness, bringing together those raised from each $5 ticket was experiencing homelessness, service Siloam Mission providers, and other stakeholders. provides opportunities for change and invested in supports for fellow alleviates hardships for those affected by Holy Names House of Peace Winnipeggers focused in three homelessness. areas: mental health, addictions, provides a safe home for newcomer women in transition. Spence Neighbourhood Association and homelessness. encourages neighbours to take part in Main Street Project the revitalization and renewal of their provides emergency shelter and support community, working together to address to people experiencing homelessness, issues related to housing, safety, and addictions, and poverty. Thank you to health. True North Sports + Entertainment, and Economic Development Winnipeg for the opportunity to partner in this uniquely Winnipeg initiative. PHOTO USED WITH PERMISSION FROM MIKAELA MACKENZIE AND THE WINNIPEG FREE PRESS And thanks to the Winnipeg Jets and Jets fans, for making the street parties so successful! An engaged community
Eat a burger, help a child
Not that any of us really needs a good All proceeds went directly towards reason to eat more burgers, but if you after-school and breakfast programs do, here’s one that’s easy to swallow: for kids, and cooking programs that your burger love is helping feed enhance life skills and provide meals Winnipeg’s kids! for families living on a low income. United Way Winnipeg was thrilled With one in four children in to partner with Saputo for Le Burger Manitoba living in poverty, support is Week with Cheese, a delicious pro- needed more than ever. Thanks to the motion celebrating burgers and our generosity of Winnipeggers, more chil- city. Le Burger Week with Cheese has dren will begin their day with a healthy been a hugely popular event with breakfast, giving them a great start Winnipeggers for the past seven years, each morning at school and setting the and last year, 120 participating restau- stage for a brighter future. rants graciously donated $1 from each burger to United Way Winnipeg.
BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1-7 WINNIPEGGERS RAISED ALMOST $65,000 FOR WINNIPEG’S KIDS.
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On PAR to enhance our work with Indigenous communities
For United Way Winnipeg, honouring member of the Aboriginal Chamber of reciprocal relationships with Indigenous we are on Treaty 1 territory and the Commerce since 2014. peoples in Winnipeg, including rec- traditional homeland of the Metis It is important to United Way ognizing the importance of the Truth nation includes United Way Winnipeg Winnipeg that we continue to and Reconciliation Commission, and working in partnership with Indigenous strengthen the ways we work to create the United Nations Declaration on the peoples and organizations in our city. and enhance truth and reconciliation. Rights of Indigenous Peoples. This has been the case since we first One way we’re doing that is through The Policy is in alignment with and provided funding to an Indigenous-led the Progressive Aboriginal Relations an extension of United Way Winnipeg’s organization—the Indian & Metis (PAR) process set out by the Canadian vision of a thriving community where Friendship Centre—in 1965. We Council for Aboriginal Business everyone can realize their potential. currently invest in 15 Indigenous-led (CCAB). Its guiding principles include organizations, representing 15% of our By following the PAR guidelines, ensuring engagement with Indigenous annual investments. Our Organizational we can have a high level of assurance peoples is built on respect, humility, Development Grants support still more that United Way Winnipeg is a good and reciprocity. This includes choosing Indigenous-led organizations and help partner, a great place to work, and to engage in Indigenous spaces where keep them strong. Today, United Way committed to prosperity in Indigenous possible, respectfully incorporating Winnipeg is one of the top ten funders communities. While there are hundreds Indigenous practices, and continuous of Indigenous-led organizations in of PAR-certified businesses across learning. Canada. the country, United Way Winnipeg is The PAR journey has validated many Our partnerships have gone the first nonprofit to undertake the things United Way Winnipeg is already beyond our agency partners. We’ve process. doing, while at the same time, pushing participated in research on Indigenous While United Way Winnipeg is still the organization to do even more. It’s philanthropy, also referred to as in the first phase of the PAR program, provided a focus and a roadmap for Indigenous generosity. We partner it has already inspired codifying an doing better, together. with several Indigenous businesses and Indigenous Relations Policy. other organizations to run culturally This Policy outlines our organi- relevant campaigns. And we’ve been a zation’s commitment to strong and
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How YOU doin’, Winnipeg?
It’s not enough to care about Winnipeg— we actually need to measure to really know how our city is doing.
That’s one of the core beliefs behind in the last decade, post-secondary outcomes vary widely Peg, an innovative initiative of United graduation is more common, and our depending on where Way Winnipeg and the International visits to arts and cultural events have you live in our city. Institute for Sustainable Development taken a significant leap (SDG 4: Quality Achieving the full potential of our (IISD). Peg provides trustworthy data Education). We’re sending less waste city requires all of us to play a part in that tells us how we’re doing as a to the landfill and using less water per working for change. Peg is helping city on more than 60 indicators of capita (SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and guide that change by tracking prog- well-being, showing us where we can Communities). Our median household ress and inspiring action. It shows celebrate and where we need to work income rose 18.4 percent from 2005 to Winnipeggers who want to make a harder. 2015, while retail sales, average house difference, how and where they can do Peg integrates the United Nations prices, and our city’s GDP grew sub- so. Everyone has a role to play. Sustainable Development Goals stantially over the last decade (SDG 8: People are noticing Peg’s value and (SDGs), a set of 17 global goals that Decent Work and Economic Growth). not just in Winnipeg. In early 2020, the United Nations developed to Still, there are areas where the Mayor Brian Bowman spoke to the address the world’s most pressing city is struggling. The percentage of alignment between Peg and the SDGs issues. Winnipeggers living in poverty hasn’t and then announced that for the first In January 2020, Peg released dropped; it’s up slightly since 2007 time, the city would align its develop- its fifth report to Winnipeggers. (SDG 1: No Poverty). Similarly, the per- ment plans with the SDGs. Meanwhile, Titled 2019 Our City: A Peg Report centage of households in core housing Peg’s innovative approach is being on Winnipeg and the Sustainable need increased from 2006 to 2016. recognized internationally: IISD staff Development Goals, the report is a Though perceptions of our health recently worked with four countries window into how Winnipeg is pro- overall have improved, our smoking in the Caribbean that were looking to gressing and where we need to focus rates and obesity rates are concerning develop systems similar to Peg. more energy to move toward targets (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being). To read the latest report and get set by the SDGs. Progress has not been consis- more information about Peg, visit The number of Winnipeggers with tent. People are being left behind. mypeg.ca. a high school diploma has increased Economic, educational and health
Thank you to The Winnipeg Foundation for its three-year contribution towards Peg and furthering the integration of the SDGs in our city.
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United Way Winnipeg is committed to adhering to the highest standards of effective and efficient operations.
United Way Winnipeg has been re-accredited by Imagine Canada’s Standards program, a set of 73 standards designed to enhance all areas of nonprofit governance and management through demonstrated accountability and transparency. A mark of trust, accreditation demonstrates United Way Winnipeg’s commitment to operating efficiently and effectively, as part of our overall mission. Imagine Canada message
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EXECUTIVE As a volunteer-led organization, United Way Winnipeg relies on the leadership and oversight of the volunteer Board of Trustees to advise and provide guidance in such areas as fundraising, marketing, finance, and community investments. We are grateful for their vision, expertise, and the many hours they devote to ensuring we serve the needs of our Joan Hardy Isha Khan community efficiently and with compassion. Chair Chair Elect & Senior Vice President, Sales Vice-Chair & Marketing, Grain & Senior Independent Fertilizers, Canadian External Decision Maker, Pacific Railway Government of Canada
Jeff Goy Marvin Kocay Paul Lacap Marilyn McLaren Vivian Rachlis Heather Reichert Connie Walker Campaign Chair Vice-Chair, Community Vice-Chair, Marketing Past Chair Honourary Solicitor Vice-Chair, Finance Secretary Wawanesa Mutual Investment & Communications Rachlis Neville LLP & Administration (Non-voting Officer) Insurance Company Director, Digital President & CEO, Strategy and United Way Winnipeg Engagement, University of Manitoba TRUSTEES
Dorothy Albrecht Jean-Vianney Auclair Ingrid Botting Sky Bridges Sarah Cook Ainsley Donald Megan Dufrat Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Chair, Council for Trustee Chair, Youth United Teacher, Government Corporate Secretary, Chief Operating Indigenous Relations Senior Manager, Grant Council of Canada WRHA Officer, Aboriginal Assistant Director of Thornton LLP Peoples Television Finance, Manitoba Network First Nations Education Resource Centre
Kevin Edwards Dr. Idris Elbakri Darlene Jackson Satvir Jatana Brendt Lambert Jeffrey Leclerc Donna Miller Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Representative, Chair, Governance Trustee CEO Assistant Professor/ President Vice-President, HR & GenNext Council Committee Skip the Dishes Imaging Physicist, Manitoba Nurses Union Corporate Services Manager, International University Secretary, CancerCare Manitoba Manitoba Public Sales, Oilseed Office of the President, Insurance Richardson University of Manitoba International Limited
Sofia Mirza Lindy Norris Paul Norris BJ Reid Michael Robertson Stephanie Scott Craig Sheldon Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Trustee Partner, Fillmore Riley Director, Marketing & Vice-President, Vice President Fund Partner, Cibinel Director of Operations, Chief Financial LLP Public Affairs Residential Customer Services, Chief Architecture Ltd. National Centre for Officer, Richardson New Flyer Industries Solutions, Bell MTS Financial Officer Truth & Reconciliation International Ltd. Canada ULC / New IG Funds, IG Wealth Flyer of America Inc. Management
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Treasurer’s Report
In 2019-2020, United Way of Winnipeg In 2019-2020, the Board of Trustees, with the support of the continued to demonstrate prudent Finance & Administration Committee: fiscal management and achieved its · Developed, implemented and closely monitored a financial plan to focus highest ever fundraising performance. the investment of human, financial and in-kind resources required to achieve United Way of Winnipeg protects United Way of Winnipeg’s organizational goals and strategies, and the desired the resources entrusted to it by the outcomes for the community. community while generating maximum ê In 2019-20 United Way reported revenues of $30.8M which will be invested long-term sustainable revenue to in our community to help create opportunities for a better life for everyone. create opportunities for a better life for everyone. ê Thanks to an annual grant for fundraising and administrative expenses from the Province of Manitoba, United Way continues to invest every donation to A set of core values drives our financial the annual campaign in our community. United Way’s work, investments and stewardship practices, including: partnerships are focused on providing tools and supports that help kids be · Adherence to financial management all they can be, help people move from poverty to possibility, and support best practices; strong communities and healthy people. · Accountability and maximizing ê United Way invested $20.5M in approximately 100 community organizations impact of community investments; that support our areas of focus and $3.3M in United Way community programs and partnerships. In addition, $1.2M was added to the Tomorrow · Prudent use of resources; and, Fund and $1.1M was directed to other charities designated by our donors. · Providing fair, accurate and · Managed the investment of funds with a balanced approach, a long-term transparent disclosure of focus, and with consideration to economic risks in the current climate. information. ê During 2019-2020, investments yielded a loss of 1.18%, primarily as a result of COVID-19 impacts in March 2020. ê For this fiscal year, the Board of Trustees had approved budgeted transfers of investment income equal to 4.5% in total to the Community, Tomorrow and Operating Funds. However, as a result of the investment losses and other financial impacts associated with COVID-19, the Board subsequently approved allocating investment returns accumulated in the Stabilization Fund from previous years to the Operating Fund only, so that the balance of the Stabilization Fund could be maximized to offset possible future economic risks. This transfer of budgeted investment returns combined with actual investment losses resulted in a decrease in the Stabilization Fund of approximately $1.298M for 2019/20. After a further allocation out of the Stabilization Fund to the Operating Fund to cover its operating deficit, the result was an overall decrease in the Stabilization Fund of $1.661M which still leaves $3.356M available to offset possible economic risks. In addition to demonstrating positive performance, both financially and in terms of better lives for all Winnipeggers, United Way’s prudently-managed fiscal resources have positioned the organization for long-term stability.
Heather Reichert, FCPA, FCA Treasurer
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Financial Statements
REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITOR ON THE SUMMARYSTATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION SUMMARY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS March 31, 2020 To the Members of United Way of Winnipeg 2020 2019 Opinion ASSETS The summary financial statements, which comprise the Cash And Investments $38,018,768 $38,475,013 summary statement of financial position as at March 31, Pledges Receivable 12,096,749 12,047,743 2020, and the summary statements of community and oper- Capital Assets 7,875,134 8,228,600 ating activities and changes in fund balances for the year $57,990,651 $58,751,356 then ended, are derived from the audited financial state- ments of United Way of Winnipeg (the “Organization”) for LIABILITIES Accounts Payable and the year ended March 31, 2020. $984,427 $1,072,299 Accrued Liabilities In our opinion, the accompanying summary financial state- Mortgage Payable 647,170 841,398 ments are a fair summary of the audited financial statements, Deferred Contributions 5,274,061 5,176,175 in accordance with the criteria disclosed in the notes to the Other Liabilities 1,604,985 1,424,189 summary financial statements. 8,510,643 8,514,061 Summary Financial Statements FUND BALANCES The summary financial statements do not contain all the disclosures required by Canadian accounting standards for Community Fund 22,159,563 22,109,636 not-for-profit organizations. Reading the summary financial Operating Fund - - statements and the auditor’s report thereon, therefore, is not Capital Assets Fund 6,026,904 6,380,370 a substitute for reading the Organization’s audited financial Tomorrow Fund 17,622,575 16,465,804 statements and the auditor’s report thereon. Stabilization Fund 3,356,296 5,017,295 Building and The summary financial statements and the audited financial 314,670 264,190 Technology Fund statements do not reflect the effects of events that occurred 49,480,008 50,237,295 subsequent to the date of our report on the audited financial statements. $57,990,651 $58,751,356 The Audited Financial Statements and Our Report Thereon Approved on Behalf of the Board of Trustees In our report dated July 16, 2020, we expressed an unmodi- fied audit opinion on the audited financial statements. Management’s Responsibility for the Summary Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation of the Joan Hardy, Chairperson Heather Reichert, Treasurer summary financial statements in accordance with the financial reporting provisions in accordance with the criteria disclosed in the Notes to the summary financial statements. Auditor’s Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on whether the summary financial statements are a fair summary of the audited financial statements based on our procedures, which were conducted in accordance with Canadian Auditing Standard (CAS) 810, Engagements to Report on Summary Financial Statements.
Chartered Professional Accountants
Winnipeg, Manitoba • July 16, 2020
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF Community & Operating Activities & CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
2020 2019
BUILDING & COMMUNITY OPERATING CAPITAL TOMORROW STABILIZATION TECHNOLOGY TOTAL TOTAL FUND FUND ASSETS FUND FUND FUND FUND REVENUE Net campaign contributions: Donations $20,274,726 $20,274,726 $20,552,712 For Every Family - Vision Philanthropy 2,848,263 2,848,263 2,304,373 Donor directed 1,070,691 1,070,691 1,047,114 Donor directed fees 20,462 20,462 20,953 Recovery/(Deficiency) from the 220,108 220,108 232,452 campaigns of prior years Legacy giving 1,156,771 1,156,771 1,556,927 Government Grants 50,000 4,436,836 4,486,836 4,486,836 Sponsorships, grants and other income 471,161 358,774 829,935 814,843 Funding partners and special initiatives 500 500 3,600 The Winnipeg Boldness Project revenue 524,840 524,840 556,399 Investment income - 704,270 - (1,297,934) (593,664) 1,452,248
25,460,289 5,520,342 - 1,156,771 (1,297,934) - 30,839,468 33,028,457 COMMUNITY INVESTMENT Funding to agencies 17,619,919 17,619,919 17,226,606 For Every Family - Vision Philanthropy 2,848,263 2,848,263 2,304,373 Donor directed 1,070,691 1,070,691 1,047,114 Programs and activities 3,311,712 3,311,712 3,116,270 The Winnipeg Boldness Project expenses 524,840 524,840 556,399 Management and administration 587,050 587,050 599,121 United Way of Canada 237,318 237,318 237,011
25,375,425 824,368 - - - - 26,199,793 25,086,894 OPERATIONS Resource development 4,884,335 4,884,335 4,812,415 Organizational development initiatives 57,741 57,741 42,911 Amortization of capital assets 454,886 454,886 444,710 - 4,942,076 454,886 - - - 5,396,962 5,300,036
One-Time Special Initiatives ------67,412
Total Expenditures 25,375,425 5,766,444 454,886 - - - 31,596,755 30,454,342
Net funds before transfers 84,864 (246,102) (454,886) 1,156,771 (1,297,934) - (757,287) 2,574,115 Interfund transfers (34,937) 246,102 101,420 - (363,065) 50,480 - - Opening fund balance 22,109,636 - 6,380,370 16,465,804 5,017,295 264,190 50,237,295 47,663,180
Closing fund balance $22,159,563 $ - $6,026,904 $17,622,575 $3,356,296 $314,670 $49,480,008 $50,237,295
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NOTES TO THE Summarized Financial Statements
MARCH 31, 2020
The summarized financial information is extracted from the capital assets is funded through transfers from the Operating annual financial statements audited by Deloitte LLP. A copy Fund, Community Fund and Building and Technology Fund. of the complete audited financial statements is available by The purchase price of United Way’s building was funded by the request to [email protected]. The summarized Federal and Provincial Government, private capital contributions financial information has been prepared in accordance with and the balance being mortgage financed. On an annual basis, criteria developed by management. These criteria require amortization expense is charged to the Capital Assets Fund. management to ensure: 1) the summarized financial information Tomorrow Fund agree with, or can be recalculated from the annual audited The source of the Tomorrow Fund is permanent capital gifts financial statements; 2) the summarized financial information made by donors to provide ongoing benefit to the community contains the necessary information and is at an appropriate and a portion of the investment income earned on the fund. level of aggregation, so as not to be misleading to the users of These gifts may contain restrictions imposed by the donor this information, and; 3) adequate disclosure of this criteria. (i.e. governing the use of investment income) or they may NATURE OF FUND BALANCES be unrestricted. Separate capital records are maintained for each capital gift to ensure that the directions of the donor are Community Fund implemented accurately. The source of the Community Fund is all resources dedicated or directed to supporting investments in the community including: In order to preserve the purchasing power of the Tomorrow donations to the annual campaign, program sponsorships, Fund, the portion of the annual investment income equal to government and non-government grants, gifts-in-kind, and the Consumer Price Index is capitalized to the Fund on an investment income allocated through the annual budgeting annual basis. process. These resources may contain restrictions imposed by Stabilization Fund the donor or provider (i.e. allocation to a particular agency or The purpose of the Stabilization Fund is to support community investment in a particular program, initiative or area of service) service levels and United Way of Winnipeg operations in special or they may be unrestricted. circumstances and to manage the use of investment income The purpose of the Community Fund is the investment of in order to provide a stable flow of resources for community unrestricted resources in the community through funding in investment and operations. Accordingly, changes in the market accordance with partnership agreements and expenditures value of investment funds are reflected as income or loss from for community services, programs and/or initiatives which investments in the Stabilization Fund. On an annual basis, in support sustainable community solutions to pressing social conjunction with its annual budgeting process, the Board of issues. Restricted resources will be allocated or expended in Trustees approves an allocation of investment income from the accordance with the directions of the donor. Stabilization Fund to the Community and Operating Funds. In any year where returns on investments are higher (lower) The revenues presented in the 2020 Statement of Community than the Board of Trustees approved allocation, the excess and Operating Activities include the proceeds of the 2019 (shortfall) will serve as an additional increase (decrease) to the Annual Campaign. In April of each year, the Organization’s Stabilization Fund. Board of Trustees approves the expenditure of these proceeds Building and Technology Fund to support vital community services in Winnipeg. As a result, the associated community investment expense will be recorded The Building Fund was established to allow for funds to be set in the year that will end on March 31, 2021. aside for future, significant repairs, maintenance and replace- ment costs related to United Way of Winnipeg’s building at 580 Operating Fund Main Street. In 2018, it was expanded to become a Building The source of the Operating Fund is the accumulation of and Technology Fund in order to similarly set aside funds for resources dedicated or directed to cover the operating and large technology infrastructure purchases in future years. development costs of United Way of Winnipeg including: Provincial funding, sponsorships, other government and non- The source of the Building and Technology Fund is annual government grants, special events, gifts-in-kind, and investment transfers from the Operating and Community Funds income allocated through the annual budgeting process. allocated through the annual budgeting process; to cover costs including, but not limited to, roof repairs/replacement, The purpose of the Operating Fund is expenditures on: window replacement, HVAC systems, server replacements, resource development, management and administration, network replacements etc. marketing and communication, administration of community investments, research and development and purchase of capital assets for operating purposes. Capital Assets Fund The Capital Assets Fund was established to record the investment in capital assets. The purchase price of operating
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UNITED WAY WINNIPEG Agency Partners 2019-2020 FUNDING
A & O: Support Services for Older Adults...... 429,996 Marlene Street Community Resource Centre **...... 116,911 Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre of Winnipeg Inc...... 202,831 Marymound Inc...... 80,830 Aboriginal Vision for the North End ...... 50,000 Meals on Wheels of Winnipeg ...... 82,678 African Communities of Manitoba Inc. (ACOMI)...... 35,020 Mediation Services: A Community Resource for Conflict Resolution. .159,721 Andrews Street Family Centre, Inc. **...... 265,908 Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba...... 54,133 Art City ...... 49,205 Mount Carmel Clinic...... 161,240 Arthritis Society, Prairie Region Manitoba/Nunavut ...... 106,670 Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada - Winnipeg Chapter...... 133,569 Aurora Family Therapy Centre ...... 159,821 Ndinawemaaganag Endaawaad Inc...... 170,013 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winnipeg ...... 359,474 New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults and Families...... 107,589 Boys & Girls Clubs of Winnipeg ...... 577,420 New Life Ministries Inc...... 15,057 Canadian Community Economic Development Network - North End Community Renewal Corporation...... 50,279 Manitoba (CCEDNet-MB)...... 198,347 North End Women’s Centre ** ...... 320,076 Canadian Mental Health Association - Manitoba and Winnipeg . . . 463,142 North Point Douglas Women’s Centre ** ...... 207,867 Canadian Muslim Women’s Institute **...... 247,596 NorWest Co-op Community Health - Winnipeg */** ...... 866,413 Canadian Red Cross Society (Manitoba Region)...... 317,788 Ogijiita Pimatiswin Kinamatwin (OPK)...... 122,988 Centre Renaissance Centre...... 68,455 Opportunities for Employment...... 107,596 Clan Mothers Healing Village...... 35,000 Oshki-Giizhig...... 25,000 CNIB...... 425,412 Oyate Tipi Cumini Yape Inc...... 108,675 Community Education Development Association...... 442,947 Palliative Manitoba ...... 149,397 Community Financial Counselling Services **...... 386,629 Pluri-elles (Manitoba) Inc...... 107,934 Community Unemployed Help Centre...... 156,853 Rainbow Resource Centre...... 76,510 EAGLE Urban Transition Centre ...... 68,077 Reaching E-Quality Employment Services ...... 38,347 Elizabeth Fry Society of Manitoba...... 148,569 Resource Assistance for Youth...... 119,301 Elmwood Community Resource Centre ** ...... 289,085 Rose & Max Rady Jewish Community Centre...... 282,017 End Homelessness Winnipeg...... 318,077 Rossbrook House...... 269,194 Evermore Gather Grow Lead Inc...... 136,417 SEED Winnipeg **...... 901,855 Eyaa-Keen Healing Centre Inc...... 158,001 Sexuality Education Resource Centre...... 119,852 Family Dynamics **...... 1,070,744 Social Planning Council of Winnipeg Inc...... 316,607 Fort Garry Women’s Resource Centre */**...... 158,277 South Winnipeg Family Information Centre Inc. */** ...... 98,206 Gang Action Interagency Network (GAIN)...... 20,000 Spence Neighbourhood Association ...... 105,408 Girl Guides of Canada - (Three Areas of Winnipeg)...... 62,245 Spinal Cord Injury Manitoba Inc...... 133,253 Good Neighbours Active Living Centre ...... 54,649 St. Boniface Street Links - Morberg House...... 30,000 Graffiti Art Programming...... 165,031 Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba Inc...... 65,583 House of Peace...... 18,077 Teen Stop Jeunesse...... 190,125 ImagineAbility...... 37,823 The Laurel Centre...... 123,305 Immigrant & Refugee Community Organization of Manitoba Thrive Community Support Circle Inc. ** ...... 296,440 (IRCOM) * ...... 166,574 Urban Circle Training Centre Inc. *...... 40,937 Immigrant Centre Manitoba Inc...... 160,519 Villa Rosa Inc. *...... 289,978 Inclusion Winnipeg...... 193,309 Volunteer Manitoba...... 214,380 Independent Living Resource Centre...... 166,368 Wahbung Abinoonjiiag...... 5,000 Indigenous Women’s Healing Centre...... 156,480 West Broadway Youth Outreach...... 123,307 Jewish Child and Family Service...... 183,374 West Central Women’s Resource Centre **...... 370,811 John Howard Society of Manitoba...... 165,179 Winnipeg Central Park Women’s Resource Centre **...... 120,863 Kã Ni Kãnichihk Inc...... 232,221 Wolseley Family Place **...... 92,320 Kidthink Children’s Mental Health Centre Inc...... 20,000 Women’s Health Clinic Inc...... 234,690 Kildonan Youth Activity Centre...... 55,743 YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg...... 480,198 Knowles Centre Inc...... 76,191 Youth Agencies Alliance ...... 199,823 L’Arche Tova Café Inc...... 20,604 TOTAL 2019/2020 FUNDING...... $20,280,396 Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba Inc...... 122,366 Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre ** ...... 609,716 * Net of unused allocations returned to United Way of Winnipeg. Macdonald Youth Services *...... 178,059 Main Street Project...... 202,152 ** Includes funding made through the For Every Family Initiative (FEF) totalling $2,658,184. Remaining FEF expenses of $190,079 relate to FRC network Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties...... 56,954 coordination, outcome evaluation and database development. Manitoba Interfaith Immigration Council ...... 108,234 Manitoba Possible * ...... 1,086,790 Manitoba School Improvement Program - The Peaceful Village . . . .93,958 Maples Youth Activity Centre ...... 55,743
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2019-2020 Programs & Partnerships
Community and Agency Capacity Building
Community Engagement Program Incubation
Day of Caring
End Homelessness Winnipeg
Essential Needs Fund
Family Resource Centres Network
GenNext
Indigenous Relations Strategy
Koats For Kids
Labour Engagement
Learning & Innovation Programs
Peg (Community Indicators)
Poverty Simulation
Research and Policy
The Winnipeg Boldness Project
Winnipeg Poverty Reduction Strategy
Youth United
211 Manitoba
TOTAL 2019/2020 FUNDING $3,836,552
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