“Be the change you want to see in the world” – Mahatma Gandhi
Case for Support
The United Way is a volunteer-led organization with a vision to improve the lives of people in the Brant community.
Our goals are:
- To help make Brantford and Brant County a better place to live by improving social conditions and creating a stronger, healthier community
- • To raise funds to support our Member Agencies who deliver vital social services in our community to ensure services are available to citizens when needed
- To strengthen the capacity of the non-profit community in Brantford and Brant County
Partnership in the Community
Brant United Way partners with 18 Member Agencies in the community and together we are helping to ensure that the citizens of Brantford and Brant County are supported in all facets of their lives.
We understand the need to address the root cause of a problem. The variety of programs supported by Brant United Way offer multiple levels of support ranging from temporary support in crisis situations, to preventative solutions that ensure citizens of this community have the support they need to prosper.
Donations to Brant United Way are invested locally and address the most pressing community issues. Approximately 45,000 citizens or 1 in 3 have been helped by the over 50 programs supported by Brant United Way.
Our Commitment
Brant United Way is committed to being accountable, efficient and effective in the distribution of donor contributions. Your contribution will be invested strategically where it will have the most impact and provide the greatest return on your investment to our community.
I believe in real, lasting change!
Our Priority Areas
Children & Youth
Supports early intervention and prevention programs for at-risk school-age children and youth with a focus on improving social skills, self-esteem and engagement in learning and healthy behavior.
Crisis Counselling And Support
Supports interventions for those in crisis dealing with financial instability, addiction, violence, abuse and/or mental illness within our community.
Independence And Well-Being
Supports independence and well-being of those with special needs and seniors in our community; with a focus on reducing social isolation and improving the quality of life for both individuals and their caregivers.
Poverty And Housing
Supports the provision of the most essential and elemental needs of individuals or families. Principally, but not exclusively, food and shelter to those not able to provide and supply for themselves.
Examples of Success
88% reduction is shown in aggression and increased social tolerance – Kids Can Fly
70% of clients have reported an improvement in their ability to manage their finances – Family Counselling Centre of Brant
The introduction of daily nutritious snacks has shown a significant decrease in student tardiness. Students are on time and able to focus on learning – Brant Food for Thought
650,000 pounds of food will be distributed to the hungry in 2010 – Community Resource Service
20,397 meals were delivered to hundreds of individuals, like seniors, who are not able to access hot and nutritious meals – The Canadian Red Cross