United Way Oxford
447 Hunter St. N4S 4G7 Woodstock, ON, Canada

To everyone supporting local tonight at the #LocalFlightsandBites .... have fun and thank you for you support Upper Thames Brewing Company Brickhouse Brewpub

Our Annual Online Auction is officially CLOSED! Thank you so much to everyone who participated in all the excitement! And congratulations to the lucky winners! Those that were successful in winning their bids will receive an email with information on how to pick up your items. ... Thanks again to the many donors that have stepped forward to make this a success! We're excited to post the results next week!

Only one hour left before our Annual Online Action closes! Get your bids in now! https://www.32auctions.com/2020UWOxfordAuction

#FridayNightLights Take in the Virtual Tour Of Lights this weekend! Grap the map, a hot chocolate and tour the lights of Woodstock https://www.cityofwoodstock.ca//live-a/tour-of-lights.aspx

WAIT A MINUTE! We've been mistaken! Its come to our attention that there has been a miscommunication about one of our auction items! ... The 6 month membership to the Woodstock YMCA is in fact a family membership, and not a single. https://www.32auctions.com//au/94381/auction_items/2685368 We apologize for the misunderstanding, and we're so grateful to our friends at YMCA of Woodstock, ON We thank you for your support and participation in our Annual Online Auction!

Click below to view where to help and get help in Oxford County this Holiday Season! https://www.informationoxford.ca/index.php/sharing #LocalLove #SupportingLocal #AllInThisTogether

EXCITING NEWS Our newly refreshed website is up and running ... take a look www.unitedwayoxford.ca A huge shout out to Craig at Hope Media for all your time and hard work putting it together!

#BetterTogether 1 in 5 people across Oxford County participate in programs and with organizations that are support by United Way Oxford. These supports help individuals and families get the support they need and help to build the path for a better tomorrow. #LoveLocal #CommunityLove

Thank you to our 2019 Wes Magill Award Recipient, Pow Engineering! The Wes Magill award pays tribute to Mr. Magill’s commitment and desire to build a stronger community by bringing people together to create positive change. He believed that United Way was the organization to do just that. In honour of his legacy, United Way Oxford established the annual award in 1980 and is proud to recognize an individual, company or organization that encompasses his spirit and commitment. ...United Way was pleased to recognize Pow Engineering and their employees as the 40th Wes Magill Award recipient. They, both individually and corporately, have been long-time supporters of United Way and quiet champions who are always willing to help From corporate support, sponsorships and commitment to a workplace campaign to volunteerism, Board and committee participation, the team at Pow Engineering is actively involved to ensure that United Way Oxford has the leadership and resources required to achieve positive impact and help those in need across our community. Please join the Magill Family and United Way Oxford in congratulating Pow Engineering and their Employees for all that they do to support United Way and for their commitment to building a healthier Oxford County for everyone.

Thankful: aware and appreciative of a benefit; expressive of gratitude Wishing everyone a very happy thanksgiving. #LoveLocal #BetterTogether

#WorldHomelessDay There is less than a 3% vacancy rate in Oxford County. It is crucial that supports are put in place to help people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. We are committed to ending homelessness in our community.

A message from our Executive Director - Kelly Gilson As Thanksgiving fast approaches there is much to be grateful for. At United Way, we are thankful for the individual and corporate donors who have already responded to our request for financial contributions, the many workplaces that are committed to finding creative new ways in which to run payroll campaigns and to the employees who sign up to give so generously week after week to help others. Additionally, we are ...thankful for our partner agencies who work tirelessly to provide vital services to individuals and families across Oxford County. Thanksgiving will look a little different this year. Many of us will miss spending it with extended family and friends; others will find themselves in in a position where they will need assistance or support. Little acts of kindness will make a big difference, especially to those that are lonely, isolated, anxious or vulnerable. Consider delivering a meal (or a delicious pie!), making a phone or video call, or enjoying a socially-distanced walk along one of our beautiful trails. Please also consider making a personal contribution to United Way Oxford to help ensure that we will have the resources necessary to meet community needs and positively impact lives. Thank you for believing in our efforts and for lending your support. We truly are grateful! Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, healthy Thanksgiving.

Meet Kennedy Atkinson - A Passionate United Way Volunteer Kennedy has been a part of the United Way Oxford family for the past 2 years, and we are so thankful for her. She was first introduced to United Way through her role as Sponsored Employee from GM Cami Assembly Unifor Local 88, when she worked alongside our team in the office for 16 weeks. What an incredible time it was, as Kennedy helped organize events, like the Student Stairclimb and the Online Auction. She also... helped run workplace campaigns and took part in presentations to help share the impact and work of United Way in our community. Thank you to you, Kennedy, for all your hard work, dedication, and for sharing your Local Love every day. Thank you for helping us build a brighter and stronger Oxford County we couldn’t do it without you! Read more about her story in our next e-newsletter #LoveLocal #CommunityStong #BetterTogether

United Way Oxford is now accepting funding applications for the Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) Round 2. The fund continues to provide financial support to charities and other qualified donees adapting their frontline services to support vulnerable Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications will be accepted for review from Monday October 5th at 10:00AM through to Friday October 30th at 5:00PM. Please visit https://agency.e-cimpact.com/login.aspx?org=601102 to view and submit an application. If you would like assistance or support with your organization’s application, please reach out to Cheryl Micacchi, our Community Impact Coordinator, at [email protected] or call (519) 539-04851 ext. 315 or to Kelly Gilson, Executive Director, at [email protected] or (519) 539-3851 ext. 301.

How could we possibly begin to say thank you!? With so many people coming out to support the #SmileCookie event, and the hundreds of Tim Horton's team members across Woodstock and Ingersoll that were the heart behind this incredible fundraiser, it's tough to share exactly how much this means to us. So please know how grateful we are for everyone that supported this year. This donation is going to make such a difference in the lives of people who need extra support now and in... the months ahead. So from everyone at United Way, and from all of our community partners that offer services of support, thank you! You are changing the lives of local people, and there's nothing more incredible than that! #LocalLove #LoveCommunity #StrongerTogether

There ya have it folks! Over 86,000 #SmileCookies were sold in Woodstock and Ingersoll this year! And we can't thank you enough for coming out to support us! This means that both United Way Oxford and VON Sakura House Residential Hospice receive a donation of $43,198.50 to help support Oxford County residents in their most vulnerable times. Thank you to Tim Hortons, their team leaders, and the hundreds of staff that have worked tirelessly to make this the biggest year yet for Smile Cookies! We're so appreciative of all your hard work and support.

What a way to start the week off Looking for ways to get your workplace involved in the United Way Campaign this fall and give back to your community? The team at Woodstock Hospital hosted a Supply Drive and were able to donate personal hygiene, baby items and home supplies to one of our partners - the Women’s Employment Resource Centre. Thank you to all employees that participated and the committee for all their hard work organizing the day. What an incredible way to come together and Show Your Local Love! Please reach out to our office if your workplace is interested in getting involved this fall 519-539-3851 or [email protected]

October is Small Business Month - let's continue to love and live LOCAL #BetterTogether #CommunityLove

Seeing is Believing- Throughout the year, we are pleased to offer Seeing is Believing Tours to our workplaces, donors and volunteers. This year, we had the opportunity to partner with TMMC and offer the tours in a virtual way, still allowing us to share the great work of our partnering agencies, but from the safety of our homes and offices! Check out the video to see how you are changing lives and making a difference in your community by supporting United Way Oxford. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_41udCIy7Nc&t=22s

HAPPY NATIONAL SENIORS DAY ! The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) provides grants and contributions for projects that help improve the well-being of seniors and foster their social inclusion. We are so happy to have been chosen as a partner with New Horizons. We have been working with local organizations across the county to provide support for seniors in the community and ensure they get the support they need during the COVID-19 pandemic. #LovelLocal #CommunityLove #BetterTogether