Stories about giving
Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to building a caring community. When we see opportunities to give back, we forge relationships with like-minded organizations in order to increase our societal impact. That’s why we’re thrilled to be supporting United Way Greater Toronto through our campaign.
Here are a few stories that demonstrate why we are committed to helping United Way Greater Toronto achieve their goals.

Youth Development
Settlement
Food Insecurity
Mental Health
Eli shares the story of his son who succumbed to the challenges of mental illness and the support he received through a United Way funded agency. He hopes that one day we’ll be able to eliminate the stigma that surrounds mental illness so agencies can better provide support to those who are suffering.
Employment
Impacted by her mother’s death, 20-year-old Alexia put her education and plans aside to raise her younger school-aged siblings. After years of focusing on her family, Alexia took the time to invest in herself by participating in a United Way-funded program that helped prepare her for the workforce.
Homelessness
Like so many, Cat experienced housing insecurity in many forms throughout her life. After experiencing street life as a young adult, she accessed a United Way-funded agency on her journey to stable housing.