About United Way
United Way East Ontario tackles the tough problems.
Working in Prescott-Russell, Ottawa, Lanark County and Renfrew County, the United Way works with a network of smart, passionate and engaged donors and partners to get to the root of local issues and support long-term solutions.
Explore each issue, learn about the challenges facing our communities and how together, we’re creating lasting, local change.
Local love fuels the United Way to tackle the greatest challenges facing our community. Together with their supporters and partners—people who love where they live and want to make a difference (like Carleton University!) —we can break down barriers, improves lives, and create opportunities for individuals and families in Ottawa.
The United Way’s efforts are backed by a commitment to 100% local impact. This means funds raised locally are put to work to help those most in need, right here – in the heart of Canada’s capital.