United Way HPE opens community funding applications

The local United Way has opened funding applications for community organizations.

The deadline to submit the online application is November 28th at 4 p.m.

“We’re seeing that more and more people are turning to United Way funded agencies for support, and it’s essential that this social infrastructure remains strong so our community can stay safe, healthy, and resilient. These are challenging times for everyone, but it’s critical that the most vulnerable members of our community are supported and protected,” said Kaitlyn Lalonde, Director of Community Impact with United Way HPE.

The team has announced the following requirements for funding:

• The agency must align with United Way Hastings & Prince Edward Community Impact Strategy and,
• The organization provides services to residents of Hastings County and/or Prince Edward County and,
• A volunteer Board of Directors governs the agency and,
• The agency provides audited annual financial statements (or a review engagement) and,
• The agency is sustainable, stable, and strong and,
• The organization complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code in its service delivery, employment practices and volunteer board leadership and,
• The organization aligns with United Way Hastings & Prince Edwards mission, vision and values statements and with UWHPE’s guiding principles and,
• The organization must be a qualified donee under Canada Revenue Agency