Volunteering with United Way Toronto
Volunteers are the heart and soul of United Way Toronto. When it comes to building stronger neighbourhoods and improving the lives of Torontonians, we couldn’t do it without volunteer support. Our more than 20,000 volunteers are vital to United Way Toronto’s operation. They play an important part in keeping our fundraising costs low, making United Way Toronto one of the most fiscally efficient charities in Canada. We’re always looking for people who want to make a positive impact in our community. You can make a difference while connecting with your community and learning new skills. It’s like we always say, ‘Without you, there would be no way,’ so get involved, be active, make an impact—volunteer.
Different ways you can volunteer
Giving back to your city through volunteerism with United Way Toronto is easy. From giving your individual time and effort to being a part of an employee team at one of our fundraising events, or providing one-time support to committing to long-term opportunities, we have many rewarding volunteer opportunities to suit your schedule and interests. Volunteering can mean taking part by providing event support, operational support, joining our allocations panel, or lending your skills and expertise as a professional volunteer. In our website’s volunteer section, you’ll discover all the different ways to give back.
How to get started
Once you’ve decided what you would like your level of participation to be, you can review our volunteer pages highlighting various available options. From individual one-time volunteer opportunities to more frequent volunteerism, you’ll find the right fit for you. Over 20,000 volunteers donate their time at our over 200 membership agencies, helping make a difference in our community. Also for teens looking to make a difference, our Youth United initiative offers school-based involvement. And for young professionals, our GenNext program provides various means of giving back as well. When you’ve chosen the right option for you, connect with us and we’ll help you get started.
