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Campaign off to a strong support

Friends, More than 400 people attended our campaign kickoff this month, a resounding show of local love and an inspiring start to our fundraising efforts. As we heard heartwarming stories from young people whose lives have been deeply influenced by programs we help fund, the audience heard that several companies were stepping forward to donate…

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Workplace giving is transforming lives

Friends, Without the dedication of the region’s companies and their employees, we would not be able to build brighter futures for those in need. Donors in workplaces across Saint John, Kings and Charlotte are transforming lives and building stronger, more compassionate communities. The spirit of giving – and the remarkable stories of those who have…

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Mark your calendars for Sept. 12!

Friends, As summer gallops by, United Way staff are working hard on our 2024 campaign kickoff in September. We hope you can join us Sept. 12 at noon at the Delta in Saint John. The luncheon, presented by Saint John LNG, is always a heart-warming community celebration as we share stories of lives changed and…

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Exciting news: Uniting for impact in the Maritime region!

I hope you are well and filled with excitement for the summer ahead! I am happy to share some news from the heart of our community. At United Way, we’ve always believed in the power of unity, and today, we’re thrilled to share with you a monumental step we’ve taken toward maximizing our impact and…

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Welcoming a new campaign chair

I’m delighted to share with you that the chair for this year’s United Way campaign is Ryan Mitchell, President and CEO of Saint John Energy. Ryan brings his boundless energy and his passion for community building to the role. We couldn’t be more pleased to have him lead our campaign. “I’ve become increasingly impressed with…

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Welcoming two new partners

It takes a collective effort to make a difference. For the United Way, that means working with – and funding – organizations whose energy and dedication are building better communities. Collaboration with those funded partners is vital in our united effort to create brighter futures for the most vulnerable in our region. We are fortunate…

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Thank you for your enduring support

It has been my privilege to serve as campaign chair for United Way Saint John Kings & Charlotte over the last year. And I’m very pleased to report that the campaign, with the support of thousands of community-minded individuals and organizations across our region, has reached $1.74 million. This is an incredible outcome at a…

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Just days remain to support our critical campaign

In the final days of our annual giving campaign, we find ourselves short of where we should be to reach our goal. Can you help? These are such difficult times for many in Saint John, Kings and Charlotte. Amid rising prices and a shortage of affordable housing, more people do not have a place to…

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Help us overcome tragedy and despair in 2024

January can be a time for hope and new beginnings. But for many people in the communities we serve, it is not that. It’s another month of desperation, where hope is limited to finding a place to stay warm. While many of us have the luxury of resolving to lose 20 pounds, others wake up…

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