United Way

Oct. 1 to Dec. 15
When we work together, anything is possible. 

UCalgary’s goal of $370,000 will help support many Calgarians

We all feel the effects of inflation. Every time we make a purchase, we are reminded of the rising cost of essential goods and services. When an individual or family can’t afford the basic needs for survival, it creates a ripple through every aspect of their lives.

The United Way and the University of Calgary are working together to tackle issues like the inflation crisis through the lens of four key outcomes: Socioeconomic Well-being, Mental Health, Social Inclusion and Healthy Relationships. 

One hundred per cent of your donation goes to United Way’s Community Impact Fund which provides stable funding to more than 120 agencies, ensuring Calgarians can access services and supports when and where they need them. Check out United Way's Impact Calculator to see how far your investment will go in your community.

With your help, UCalgary is aiming to raise $370,000 for the United Way this year. Through your donation, you are choosing to invest in programs and collaborations that provide vital services available to all Calgarians. 

Hope is in your hands.

United Way Workplace Campaign

Social inclusion

50% of Calgary's Black and Indigenous populations believe other clagarians are not accepting of people from diverse backgrounds. 

Mental health

46% of Albertans reported a deterioration in their mental health since the start of the pandemic. 

Healthy relationships

4,723 victims of domestic violent crime reported to police in Calgary in 2022. 

Socioeconomic well-being

82% of Canadians say that the increase in cost of living has outpaced any income growth they have seen in their household. 

Help us reach our goal of $370,000

Raised in 2023: $376,540

Ways to give

One-time donation

Select any lump sum amount you wish to give and share your love. To donate, log in with your UCalgary email address/account. 

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Payroll donation

With no minimum, you are able to contribute each pay check throughout the year. 

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Participate in our events

Check out some of our fundraising activities below! 

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Events

Participate in one of our fundraising events.

UCalgary's Sparks of Gratitude campaign is a fun and meaningful way to spread positivity while supporting a great cause! This campaign is all about celebrating your colleagues by sharing messages of thanks, encouragement, or just letting someone know how they make UCalgary a better place to work and learn.

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Here’s your chance to win big while making a difference! Enter UCalgary’s 50/50 raffle, where half the jackpot goes to one lucky winner and the other half directly supports the United Way’s impactful community programs.

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Put your knowledge to the test in our SSE Trivia Challenge, a 4-week virtual trivia competition designed to bring our community together in support of the United Way!

  • Dates: Trivia will run virtually on Thursdays at noon, from November 14 to December 5
  • How to Join: Register as an individual by November 13th, make a donation to the United Way, and prepare to dive into some friendly competition!
  • Grand Prize: The top trivia champion will take home a YETI COOLER! Are you “yeti” to support your community?

Get ready to compete, learn, and make a difference – all while having fun!

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We’re thrilled to bring back the SSE United Way Raffle, with over $900 in prizes up for grabs! Every ticket purchased contributes to the life-changing work the United Way does for our community.

  • How it Works: Each ticket = one entry. Bundle your tickets to increase your chances of winning big!
  • Dates: The raffle runs from November 9 to December 9, with the winner announced in December. 
  • View raffle prizes and winners here. 

Let’s come together to make a difference. Whether you’re aiming to top the trivia leaderboard or hoping to score a raffle prize, every contribution counts. Find out more about the United Way and other ways to get involved here. 

Thank you for supporting the Schulich School of Engineering’s United Way Campaign – together, we can strengthen our community!

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Investment Levels

Core Giving

Every donation has the power to change a local life. Core Donors are the cornerstone to positive change in communities across the Calgary area, coming together to improve lives locally with an individual annual donation of $1 or more. 

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Leadership Giving

Leadership Giving includes donations between $1,200 and $9,999, and is a critical part of UCalgary’s United Way Workplace Campaign. Through your generous support last year, we were able to raise $376,540. Almost $200,000 of last year’s total came from Leadership Giving donors.

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Major Giving

Major Donors serve as inspirational philanthropic leaders with generous donations of $10,000 or more annually. You are committed to making a difference in helping people overcome poverty and strengthening communities.

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Meet the people whose lives have been improved thanks to your support.

Through your donation, you are choosing to invest in programs and collaborations that provide vital services available to all Calgarians. United Way continues to make lasting impact in our communities by taking dollars raised and strategically investing in collaborations, change initiatives and agency partners that strengthen our city.

Find out how far your donation goes