You love where you live, and we do too. That’s why United Way tackles poverty so that everyone has a fair shot at a good life right here in Elgin Middlesex.

Southwestern Public Health has launched a study to explore the feasibility of Consumption and Treatment Services for Oxford, Elgin, St. Thomas. Learn more and get involved here: ow.ly/NWV550N67zx Southwestern Public Health

The income tax clinic opened yesterday #lndont Drop off and appointments available. If you or someone who know qualifies for the program, make sure to file so benefits are not left on the table. Thank you to the volunteers who make this program possible! cbc.ca/news/canada/lo…

We celebrate and promote #women – as full participants with no economic, educational or social barriers to success - in a community where everyone deserves a fair shot at a good life. #IWD2023 1/2

That’s one reason we are so passionate about cultivating women leaders and funding programs that show equity in action. lihc.on.ca/programs/women… LIHC #IWD2023 2/2

“Real change will happen when we prioritize the voices of those … most affected by the problems we wish to solve.” westernu #BLUE program. Why representation matters. ow.ly/t6Wz50Nx9Cz

Happy Earth Day everyone! Today we celebrate Earth's unique biodiversity and ecosystems while also promoting awareness of environmental issues. What are you doing to recognize Earth Day?

Increasing social assistance rates in #ontario is a must. Food banks and community food cupboards were designed as emergency, short-term supports. They have instead become tools of long-term day-to-day survival due to insufficient income rates to cover the most basic of needs.

Always excited to have our Libro Credit Union teams support United Way Elgin Middlesex #DayOfCaring

Spending time with amazing volunteers from Buckland who are getting the word out about services at Second Stage Housing, delivering information packages to partner agencies and local businesses in City of St. Thomas #DayOfCaring United Way Elgin Middlesex

Brave volunteers from EPCOR learned radio skills this morning with Mennonite Community Services in #AylmerOnt helping to get valuable information and connection out across our community #DayOfCaring United Way Elgin Middlesex Libro Credit Union

Great to hear from Donna Rankin @YWCAStThomas about the importance of volunteering and to spend time with dedicated local leaders Nicole Libro Credit Union and Mark EPCOR in City of St. Thomas #DayOfCaring United Way Elgin Middlesex

Thank you so Libro Credit Union for creating a more vibrant and clean space for our friends @endwomanabuse. The clients and staff are so thrilled to see the transformation. #DayofCaring

So many #DoGooders volunteering from Libro Credit Union cleaning up the Indigenous Healing Garden and getting it ready for planting as well as cleaning the entrance My Sisters' Place this afternoon. Thank you so much for your time and talent! #DayofCaring

Thank you to KPMG Canada for #volunteering with CMHA TVAMHS at London Coffee House reorganizing the kitchen & basement as well as power washing and outdoor cleanup. Many #Locals and staff appreciate the revamped spaces. #DayofCaring

Huge thank you to all the volunteers who came out to CASO Station ⁦City of St. Thomas⁩ helping at local projects as part of the 500+ volunteers in our community #DayofCaring ⁦United Way Elgin Middlesex⁩. Kudos to sponsor ⁦Libro Credit Union⁩ making it all possible! #StThomasProud !

Ian, owner of Willie's Cafe stopped by with some goodies for us today. Ian is a longtime friend, supporter & volunteer —there was both cheering and applause when he arrived! Thank you Ian & team. #ldnont CMHA TVAMHS

'The jump' quilt by Spanish quilter and textile artist Cristina Arcenegui Bono #WomensArt

#StrathroyPride celebrating and connecting with community United Way Elgin Middlesex Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) Strathroy-Caradoc

Portland-based artist Yellena James creates kaleidoscopic, biomorphic artworks that resemble colourful ecosystems #WomensArt