Funding Priorities
United Way of Oakville provides funding to agencies with an emphasis on prevention and crisis intervention. This balance allows UWO to help maintain the ongoing health of Oakville, and to provide support to those in the greatest need.
The funding priorities are to:
By focusing on children and youth, family support, and new Canadians, United Way assures us all a bright future.
Did you know there are more than 2,600 children living in poverty right here in Oakville?
United Way aims to support independence and the well-being of seniors in our community; with a specific focus on quality of life for both seniors and their caregivers.
Did you know that approximately 21% or 3,100 seniors live alone in Oakville?
United Way of Oakville emphasizes support for those dealing with addiction, violence, abuse and/or mental illness within our community.
Did you know one in four women in Halton has experienced at least one incident of violence at the hands of a boyfriend or husband?
By focusing on literacy, hunger relief and mental health, United Way helps to strengthen the community.
Did you know in Oakville at least 3,000 people aged 35 -65 have low literacy and need help with reading, writing and basic math?
