United Way Greater Victoria has been helping people since 1937. Last year, we marked eight decades of improving lives and building healthy communities in our region. As we begin our next 80 years, we can be proud of our legacy accomplishments while remaining focused on evolving to meet the changing needs of our partners, donors and community. United Way acts as a bridge between people in need and people who are able to help. People accessing United Way funded programs are among us every day – they could be your co-workers, neighbours, children, friends or family. Last year we helped almost 87,000 people in our community, helping children get a good start in life, moving families from poverty to possibility, and helping to build a strong, vibrant and healthy community.