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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…

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…

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…

As we head into the holiday season, I can’t help but think of those who are struggling. It is meant to be a joyous time of year but for an increasing number of people in our communities, it is a time of anxiety and desperation. A new campaign now underway by United Ways across the…

At the United Way, you often hear from us as we seek to raise money to support organizations in our communities as they work to deliver vital programs and services to our most vulnerable citizens. After all, without these crucial donations all this vital work would not happen. But another large part of our efforts…

At the United Way, we have a lot to be grateful for. In my time with the organization, I have seen and felt the love and strong support of our communities. That shows up in many ways – perhaps the most tangible are donations and volunteer commitments. We are also blessed to be working with…

Friends, Our 2023 campaign kickoff was a rousing success, with more than 400 supporters gathering at the Delta hotel in Saint John. The mood was electric – it was a true celebration of community spirit and support. A highlight of the lunch was hearing powerful testimonies from those that benefit from that generosity. Like Jason…

Friends, On Sept. 15, please join us for stories of triumph and impact as we celebrate the launch of our 2023 campaign. Last year, we were delighted to be able to reUNITE with our supporters for our first in-person campaign kickoff since the pandemic and what an event it was! The sold-out luncheon proved what…

Our Annual General Meeting, held last month, has me reflecting on a remarkable year. United Way Saint John Kings & Charlotte embodies the true essence of community, from its commitment to a best-in-class non-profit sector to the compassion and relationships formed through conversations with those who provide and receive support from our funded partners. After…