Good things happen because we are United.

The United Way of Burlington & Greater Hamilton is committed to working with individuals and organizations in Burlington and Hamilton to make a real difference in the prevention and reduction of poverty, in the strengthening of neighbourhoods, and in supporting seniors. In 2009, over 218,000 people in our region accessed one or more of the 137 United Way funded programs and services being delivered through 75 community agencies.

McMaster University and the United Way share a long, successful and growing partnership. In 2009, the McMaster Workplace Campaign aimed to raise $225,000;McMaster faculty, staff, retirees and students united to raise over $250,000 to help people in Burlington and Greater Hamilton lead better, independent and more productive lives.

If you have supported the McMaster United Way campaign in the past, welcome to a new year and a new campaign! If you have not supported the McMaster United Way campaign before, welcome! This website will help you discover the positive difference the United Way makes to our communities, update you on the 2010 campus campaign and help you join us in helping others.

United, we can make a difference. McMaster United: Every One, Every Day, Every Way.

2010 United Way Campaign

United Way Campaign

2010 Stories & Events

  • Campaign Kick-off - September 2010
  • Hats Off to the United Way 2010
  • United Way Silent Auction 2010 (coming soon)
  • United Way of Burlington and Greater Hamilton: News and Events
  • Your United Way Event
    • Is your department planning an event? If so, please and we'll post your event on this site.

Get Involved

  • It's easy to Pledge to the Campaign:
    • Be a Friend. ($500-1000 annual donation)
    • Be a Leader. ($1000 or more annual donation)
  • Volunteer for the Campaign
    • Student Open Circle (a United Way funded agency) provides volunteer placements for McMaster students
  • Do you have an idea that would raise awareness and much needed funds that you would like to implement? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of others? Would you be interested in serving with us on the United Way committee? !

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