Great things are happening in Chatham-Kent. Read some of our recent stories to learn what's new in the local nonprofit sector!
VON Kids’ Circle Program Moves Over to the “425”
VON Chatham-Kent and the Chatham-Kent United Way are excited to announce that effective September 11, 2018, the VON Kids’ Circle program will be moving into the Chatham-Kent United Way offices located at 425 McNaughton Avenue, Chatham Ontario. VON Chatham-Kent has been in partnership with the Chatham-Kent United Way for 70 years. “We value our longstanding...
Expanding Opportunities for Low Income Canadians – Initial Highlights from the Federal Budget
The Budget – Equality and Growth: Strong Middle Class – includes several provisions designed to expand opportunities for low income Canadians. Expanded benefits for Canadians: The Working Income Tax Benefit is being renamed the Canada Worker Benefit, and strengthened. Building on the previously announced $250 million enhancement (Budget 2016), and $500 million (2017 Fall Economic Statement), Budget 2018 proposes...
United Way Chatham-Kent raises $1,687,048 to invest in Chatham-Kent
United Way Chatham-Kent announced today that their Annual Campaign has wrapped up, raising $1,687,048. The announcement was made this morning by the 2017 Campaign Chair, Elizabeth Downey-Sunnen, at the Campaign Touchdown Breakfast hosted by the Links of Kent and presented by Solomon Roofing, Advanced Realty Solutions, Ross Insurance Brokers, Inc., 94.3 CKSY FM, 99.1 CKXS...
United Way Campaign Goal set at $1.725 Million
At the 2017 Annual Campaign Kick-Off tonight, Campaign Chair Elizabeth Downey-Sunnen announced a goal of $1,725,000. The United Way’s Mission is “to improve lives and build community.” Donations to and through the annual United Way campaign are invested in programs that help people cope with the numerous challenges of daily life – those associated with...