October 23, 25 & 26

With your support, we can continue to invest in a foundation of fundamental support, creating opportunities for people and neighbourhoods across Toronto.

helping newcomers achieve their potential

Helping newcomers to fulfill their potential

A United Way agency program gives newcomers a springboard for life in their new home. Read how your fundraising efforts make a difference in the community.

Prizes Via and Fairomont Hotels

Grand Prizes

Win the ultimate weekend getaway for two!

The Top Fundraiser over the age of 18 will enjoy a weekend getaway courtesy of VIA1 and Fairmont Hotels and Resorts.

Sony logo

Win a Sony Style gift pack

The Top Youth Fundraiser under the age of 18 will receive a Sony Style gift pack filled with the latest high-tech gadgets.

Fantastic incentive prizes

 

Collect $250 to $499

and receive a $25
Shopper's Drug Mart gift card 		$25 gift card

$295 provides housing support to five women who have been abused, helping them find new homes and achieve long-term independence.
 

Collect $500 to $749

and receive a $50
Shopper's Drug Mart
Life EXPERIENCES gift card 		$25 gift card

$600 enrols 15 newcomers in a four-part job search program giving them the necessary skills, Canadian labour market information and resume support they need to find gainful employment.
 

Collect $750 to $999

and receive a $75
Holt Renfrew gift card 		$25 gift card

$800 sends two youth to summer camp for eight weeks of leadership training, helping them build confidence and self-esteem.
 

Collect $1,000 to $2,499

and receive a $100
Sony Style gift card 		$25 gift card

$1,000provides an after-school program for 10 children for a month, giving them vital support and supervision outside of the classroom.
 

Collect $2,500 to $4,999

and receive a $250
Sony Style gift card 		$25 gift card

$3,000provides a senior a month at a program that gives support, recreation, socialization and personal care to keep him active and healthy, while providing vital relief for the caregiver.
 

Collect $5,000 or more

and receive a $500
Sony Style gift card 		$25 gift card

$5,000provides 25 homeless youth who dropped out of school the assistance they need to achieve their high school diploma equivalency in four months, giving them a new start on life.
 

Prize Eligibility:

To be eligible for prizes, your pledges must be submitted to United Way Toronto by Friday, November 21, 2008.

Important Pick up Information

Prizes must be picked up in person, or by a team designate, at: United Way Toronto, 26 Wellington St. East, 2nd floor between January 26 and February 13, 2009, Monday to Friday 9:00am until 4:30pm.

Prize availability is not guaranteed and may not be honoured beyond these dates.