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Faces of United Way: Nicola
“I got involved with the United Way through work because we fund their campaign, since I work for the City of Edmonton. That’s how I found out that United Way is the main funding organization for the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton. The Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton seriously ch...
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“I got involved with the United Way through work because we fund their campaign, since I work for the City of Edmonton. That’s how I found out that United Way is the main funding organization for the Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton. The Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton seriously ch...
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Faces of United Way: Muriel and Ed
“We came to Edmonton in 1962 and from then on we’ve supported United Way … We’re part of United Way’s Red Feather Society, which means that we’ve been donating for over twenty-five years. The Red Feather goes back to the early days of United Way. It was United Way’s emblem when they first started...
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“We came to Edmonton in 1962 and from then on we’ve supported United Way … We’re part of United Way’s Red Feather Society, which means that we’ve been donating for over twenty-five years. The Red Feather goes back to the early days of United Way. It was United Way’s emblem when they first started...
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Faces of United Way: Muriel and Ed
“We came to Edmonton in 1962 and from then on we’ve supported the United Way … We’re part of the United Way’s Red Feather Society, which means that we’ve been donating for over twenty-five years. The Red Feather goes back to the early days of United Way. It wa...
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“We came to Edmonton in 1962 and from then on we’ve supported the United Way … We’re part of the United Way’s Red Feather Society, which means that we’ve been donating for over twenty-five years. The Red Feather goes back to the early days of United Way. It wa...
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We Need to Stop Stigmatizing – Ron’s story
He sat there, a rum and coke in one hand, and a revolver in the other, ready to pull the trigger and end his life.Ron Campbell was suicidal. He was sabotaging his own life and his family’s, so no one would miss him when he was gone. But Ron got the help he needed before it was too late - but...
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He sat there, a rum and coke in one hand, and a revolver in the other, ready to pull the trigger and end his life.Ron Campbell was suicidal. He was sabotaging his own life and his family’s, so no one would miss him when he was gone. But Ron got the help he needed before it was too late - but...
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An Independent Woman – Elaine’s story
She left with nothing…not a penny. The abuse was physical and emotional, and he controlled all the finances. After many years, Elaine finally made the difficult decision to leave her abusive husband.Elaine applied for welfare and accessed Edmonton’s Food Bank. Hoping to begin healing, s...
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She left with nothing…not a penny. The abuse was physical and emotional, and he controlled all the finances. After many years, Elaine finally made the difficult decision to leave her abusive husband.Elaine applied for welfare and accessed Edmonton’s Food Bank. Hoping to begin healing, s...
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A Chance to Change – Tim’s story
Tim* was 13 when the trouble started.He was missing school, his grades were poor and he was at risk of being drawn into crime and gang activity. Then, thanks to United Way donors, just like you, Tim got the support he needed.Tim’s youth worker learned that he was missing school to look after...
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Tim* was 13 when the trouble started.He was missing school, his grades were poor and he was at risk of being drawn into crime and gang activity. Then, thanks to United Way donors, just like you, Tim got the support he needed.Tim’s youth worker learned that he was missing school to look after...
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Faces of United Way: David
“I’ve been involved with United Way since 1977. I remember it was 1977 because the Edmonton Social Planning Council used to be in the 630 CHED building and we had a meeting the day that Elvis died. Elvis had left the building. I was also with the Edmonton Police Service for over a quarter of a ce...
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“I’ve been involved with United Way since 1977. I remember it was 1977 because the Edmonton Social Planning Council used to be in the 630 CHED building and we had a meeting the day that Elvis died. Elvis had left the building. I was also with the Edmonton Police Service for over a quarter of a ce...
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Faces of United Way: David
“I’ve been involved with United Way since 1977. I remember it was 1977 because the Edmonton Social Planning Council used to be in the 630 CHED building and we had a meeting the day that Elvis died. Elvis had left the building. I was also with the Edmonton Police Service for over a ...
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“I’ve been involved with United Way since 1977. I remember it was 1977 because the Edmonton Social Planning Council used to be in the 630 CHED building and we had a meeting the day that Elvis died. Elvis had left the building. I was also with the Edmonton Police Service for over a ...
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Faces of United Way: Al
“I was on the board for United Way from 1982 to 1988. I was the Chairman of the board in 1987. I also worked with the Government of Alberta so I was involved peripherally after that. I helped with the United Way campaign within the Alberta government as a facilitator.” ...
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“I was on the board for United Way from 1982 to 1988. I was the Chairman of the board in 1987. I also worked with the Government of Alberta so I was involved peripherally after that. I helped with the United Way campaign within the Alberta government as a facilitator.” ...
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Faces of United Way: Al
“I was on the board for United Way from 1982 to 1988. I was the Chairman of the board in 1987. I also worked with the Government of Alberta so I was involved peripherally after that. I helped with the United Way campaign within the Alberta government as a facilitator.” “The year...
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“I was on the board for United Way from 1982 to 1988. I was the Chairman of the board in 1987. I also worked with the Government of Alberta so I was involved peripherally after that. I helped with the United Way campaign within the Alberta government as a facilitator.” “The year...
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Faces of United Way: Cherry
“I teach the Empower U program for the United Way—it’s a budgeting program. So I facilitate and teach the girls budgeting skills and how to manage money. I took the program myself and I believe in it. It’s a good program. Teaching is a nice way to give back and help people. It’s a really helpful ...
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“I teach the Empower U program for the United Way—it’s a budgeting program. So I facilitate and teach the girls budgeting skills and how to manage money. I took the program myself and I believe in it. It’s a good program. Teaching is a nice way to give back and help people. It’s a really helpful ...
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Faces of United Way: Cherry
“I teach the Empower U program for the United Way—it’s a budgeting program. So I facilitate and teach the girls budgeting skills and how to manage money. I took the program myself and I believe in it. It’s a good program. Teaching is a nice way to give back and help people...
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“I teach the Empower U program for the United Way—it’s a budgeting program. So I facilitate and teach the girls budgeting skills and how to manage money. I took the program myself and I believe in it. It’s a good program. Teaching is a nice way to give back and help people...
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Faces of United Way: Gerald
“Since 1991, everywhere I’ve been, I’ve donated to the United Way—Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and now Edmonton.” “What makes you want to keep giving?” “Well, I would say there’s no one particular thing. I would give you a little example: when...
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“Since 1991, everywhere I’ve been, I’ve donated to the United Way—Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and now Edmonton.” “What makes you want to keep giving?” “Well, I would say there’s no one particular thing. I would give you a little example: when...
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Faces of United Way: Gerald
“Since 1991, everywhere I’ve been, I’ve donated to the United Way—Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and now Edmonton.” “What makes you want to keep giving?”“Well, I would say there’s no one particular thing. I would give you a little example: when I lived in Saskat...
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“Since 1991, everywhere I’ve been, I’ve donated to the United Way—Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and now Edmonton.” “What makes you want to keep giving?”“Well, I would say there’s no one particular thing. I would give you a little example: when I lived in Saskat...
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Faces of United Way: Larry
"I got involved with the United Way when I was a fairly young person, when I got a summer job working for a United Way-funded agency—it was a centre downtown working with inner city kids and families—and I got hooked … What never ceases to astound me is the kind of leadership the United Way gives...
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"I got involved with the United Way when I was a fairly young person, when I got a summer job working for a United Way-funded agency—it was a centre downtown working with inner city kids and families—and I got hooked … What never ceases to astound me is the kind of leadership the United Way gives...
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