City of Vaughan staff raise more than $86,000 for United Way Campaign
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Vaughan employees have raised more than $1 million since 1994
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The City of Vaughan has a long-standing tradition of helping not-for-profit organizations that provide essential programs and services to residents in Vaughan and beyond. Every year, City staff support the United Way Greater Toronto by taking part in a variety of fundraising efforts to create opportunities and offer resources that help individuals build a better future.
In a special presentation at Committee of the Whole on Jan. 22, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council, along with Interim City Manager Tim Simmonds and City of Vaughan United Way committee member Patrick Mangion, presented a cheque to Samantha Cook, the manager of corporate donor relations at the United Way Greater Toronto. As part of the Spirit of Generosity commitment, Mayor Bevilacqua pledged $15,000, bringing the campaign total to $86,087.
Since 1994, the City of Vaughan has raised more than $1 million through its annual United Way Campaign. Through volunteer-led initiatives such as the fire-truck pull, pool tournament, CN Tower Climb and silent auctions, City staff continually demonstrate generosity and compassion through their support which raises funds and brings much needed awareness to local organizations.
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“As is often the case with life, sometimes people face setbacks for reasons beyond their control. This is where a community needs to step in and step up. I want to offer my congratulations to City staff for their level of involvement and continued support of the United Way Greater Toronto. Our staff are truly committed to making a positive difference to the lives of others. Together, we are helping our fellow citizens by giving them hope for a more promising future. I want to thank United Way Greater Toronto President and CEO Daniele Zanotti and his team for their exceptional commitment to supporting important causes in our community.”
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua
QUICK FACTS
- Each year, the City of Vaughan has a volunteer-led employee campaign to support United Way Greater Toronto
- Fundraising events in 2018 included a fire-truck pull, CN Tower Climb, silent auctions, pool tournament, candygram and bake sales, and Halloween events
- United Way Greater Toronto aims to empower individuals and promote well-being through a variety of community services throughout the GTA
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