About Us
OUR MISSION
United Way Estevan’s mission to positively impact the quality of life in our community.
Our vision is for everyone in our community to have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
OUR VALUES
Demonstrate integrity, respect, and transparency
Encourage and inspire volunteerism, service, and leadership
Commit to inclusivity, innovation, partnerships, and collective action
OUR FOCUS AREAS
Our work focuses on three key strategies that create opportunities for everyone in our community to live a better life:
- Moving People from Poverty to Possibility
- Helping Kids Be All They Can Be
- Building Strong and Healthy Communities
United Way Estevan invests in building community capacity and supporting vital programs and services that help people live vibrant and resilient lives.
OUR HISTORY
Since 1976, United Way Estevan has raised money for community programming. We support and encourage volunteering and strengthen our community through important social causes.
Every year in mid-October during our Annual Telethon and with the help of Access Now, board members, volunteers and community members pull together to successfully reach our goal. We are proud to say that for most of these years, we have been the first in Canada to reach our goal. We are also one of the top 10 in Canada for money raised on a per-capita basis with one of the lowest costs to operate. We attribute this to generous and hardworking people of our community.
We held our first Day of Caring in 2011. Our annual Day of Caring is a full day dedicated to helping those in need, doing everything from washing windows to painting fences and yard work. It’s a way for volunteers in our community to show that they really do care!
Our volunteer Board of Directors has over 20 members, many of whom have been a part of United Way for decades. The board, alongside our Executive Director work year-round to support our community, raise money, and give back. Our success is your success.
Recently asked questions
Some Frequently Asked Questions
Have more questions? Head over to our Get Involved page, where you can get more details on all the ways to contact us.
Does all of my money stay in Estevan?
All of the money raised goes to benefit local people, though some of the services offered are not in Estevan. As an example, one of our member agencies is the Saskatchewan Abilities Council. The money allocated to them is for children from Estevan and area who experiencing complex physical and intellectual needs so that they may attend Camp Easter Seal. Other agencies provide services right here in Estevan.
How do I donate to United Way Estevan throughout the year?
Donate through PayPal through our online form, and even set up a recurring donation. Send an e-transfer to etransfer@unitedwayestevan.com. Send a cheque to United Way Estevan, Box 611, Estevan, SK S4A 2A5 Call our office at 306-634-7375 to arrange a payment in person Come to our Telethon, enjoy the awesome entertainment, and bring your donation with you
When is the Telethon held?
Our Telethon is held in the fall every year. Here’s a link to this year’s Telethon
When is the Day of Caring held?
The Day of Caring is held in May every year. Here’s a link to this year’s Day of Caring. You can nominate someone who’s in need of help, or get involved yourself.
How can I help out, either as a volunteer, committee member or board member of United Way Estevan?
We’re so excited you asked! You can call or email our office to get involved. Our phone number is 306-634-7375, or you can email heidi.hesselink@unitedwayestevan.com.
Natural Support Simulation
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