Guelph-area organizations to split $852K coronavirus funding: United Way

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The United Way says the funding is meant to support vulnerable populations in the Guelph area during the coronavirus pandemic.

United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin says over $852,000 will be distributed to local organizations through the federal government’s Emergency Community Support Fund.The United Way said since May 19, 47 applications were received from various charities and organizations, with a total ask of over $1.9 million.

Successful applications are addressing a number of issues in the Guelph area, such as food insecurity, mental health and addictions, housing, domestic violence, seniors and social isolation.United Way Peterborough to distribute $366,080 to charities and non-profitsUnited Way City of Kawartha Lakes provides $217,000 to 17 organizations adapting due to COVID-19

“Even as we move into more things reopening, we know vulnerable populations in our community will continue to need support moving forward,” he said. With funds already allocated during the pandemic, the total COVID-19 funding invested in the Guelph area since March is over $1 million.

 

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