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Press Releases
  RBC branches in Lethbridge and area are gearing up to begin their annual employee giving program and it began Wednesday with breakfast for RBC staff and a significant donation to United Way of Lethbridge & South Western Alberta. On Wednesday, November 16, Trudy Carrels, United Way’s executive... more
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The numbers are in and United Way is excited to announce the 25th Anniversary of the Golf Classic in Memory of John Wichers raised over $50,000 for community re-investment! United Way’s Community Fund is the source of grants to many local human service organizations to help run program for people... more
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Normally, you wouldn’t think of the United Way of Lethbridge and South Western Alberta as a matchmaker, but between October 12 and the end of December the organization is looking to match charities that need some volunteer help and people who want to help. As part of their on-going “Days of Caring... more
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For the second year in a row, United Way’s nominee for the Inspiring Philanthropy Awards has been selected as an honouree. This year, United Way elected to nominate a family which has, for many years, supported the community in a variety of ways:  the Wichers Family, well-known business owners and... more
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In order to make sure vulnerable community members are prepared for the cold weather before it actually hits, United Way’s Coats for Kids and Families Collection and the Alberta College and Association of Chiropractors’ Toasty Toes Sock Drive are beginning for another year. “In 2015, we were easily... more
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For 75 years, United Way’s purpose has been to raise funds to support programs for people and families and this year is no exception. The group took to City Hall on Monday, Sept. 12 to celebrate and raise the United Way flag with help from about 45 guests from business and agency partners. Trudy... more
Updates
Thank You To Our Sponsors: Tournament Host: Paradise Canyon Golf Resort Title Sponsor and Putting Contest: Servus Credit Union Cart Sponsor: Silver Ridge Construction Beverage Cart Sponsor: Hass Wealth Advisory Group Lunch Sponsor: Prime Catering Tee Gift Sponsor: The Wichers Family Wine Sponsor:... more
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The annual FloorRight Interiors Golf Tournament in support of United Way's Community Fund raised $4,440 to invest in programs and services for people and families in the Lethbridge region. The tournament took place on June 29, 2016 at Land-o-Lakes in Coaldale. United Way thanks the staff at... more
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As it begins its 75th year of service to the community, United Way of Lethbridge & South Western Alberta welcomes a new Executive Director who brings a wealth of global and local experience and knowledge to the table.  United Way’s Board of Directors has invited Trudy Carrels to join the United... more