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Kooling Off: Koats for Kids Campaign Launching
The 28th annual Koats for Kids campaign is firing up on Wednesday to gather winter gear donations.
Pulling It All Together for the United Way
The United Way Winnipeg’s 13th Annual Plane Pull has 78 teams registered and more than 2,000 people set to pull aircraft in the least amount of time.
Drive-Thru Boot Drive Supporting United Way
Winter boots and cash donations will be rounded up on Wednesday as the United Way hosts its Drive-Thru Boot Drive for Koats for Kids.
Report Shows Life Expectancy Differs Based on Income
A new Peg report says those in the highest income bracket can live nearly 20 years longer than those in the lowest.
U of M Students Chillin’ for Charity
Fifty students from the University of Manitoba will brave chilly temperatures today as they jump into an icy pool. The annual Chillin' 4 Charity fundraiser is in support of the United Way of Winnipeg. "Having the opportunities to volunteer and raise awareness for such...
United Way Pulls It Together in Annual Plane Pull
Close to 2,000 people turned out Friday as the United Way of Winnipeg kicked off its annual fundraising campaign. The traditional Plane Pull at Red River College's Stevenson Campus saw a record 64 teams attempt to pull a FedEx plane and a C-130 Hercules in the...
‘One Night’ Concert Marking United Way’s 50 Years
The United Way of Winnipeg is continuing with its 50th anniversary celebrations by throwing a concert at The Forks. One Night for Winnipeg on Wednesday, June 24 will include the JD Edwards Band, JP Hoe, Mitch Dorge, Daniel Roy, Sweet Alibi, The Treble and others. The...
‘Red Table’ Luncheon Sparks Ideas for a Better Winnipeg
A large-scale outdoor picnic was the setting for a discussion about creating a better Winnipeg on Wednesday. The United Way of Winnipeg held the Red Table luncheon with nearly 300 guests at the corner of King Street and Alexander Avenue. Attendees exchanging ideas...
United Way Spreads Kindness in Downtown Winnipeg
WINNIPEG -- Unsuspecting people downtown over the lunch hour were treated to kindness to mark the 50th anniversary of the United Way of Winnipeg. As part of Winnipeg Wednesdays, the organization treated lunch-goers to free cookies and popcorn, high-fives and hugs. The...
United Way of Winnipeg Launches Crowdfunding Drive
The United Way of Winnipeg has kicked off a multi-project crowdfunding drive, helping to raise funds for everything from kids’ play equipment, to furniture, sewing machines and computers. Make It Happen is a four-week campaign that asks Winnipeggers to pitch in to...
Celeb Judges Announced for #LipOff 2015
WINNIPEG -- Celebrity judges have been unveiled for the upcoming LipOff 2015 lip sync battle on May 27. The fundraising event at Vodka Rocks on Pembina Highway will see all proceeds go to support the United Way of Winnipeg as local celebrities and personalities get up...
