20 funded partners and programs in '25/26
The United Way Leeds and Grenville kicked off the month of May with a successful Volunteer Breakfast which took place during volunteer week. Here's United Way Executive Director Hailie Jack.
Here's more about the awards that were handed out and some of the recipients.
The Gord Brown Memorial Award which went to Darren Gallacher.
The event took place at the Brockville Country Club and the United Way thanks everyone who made the even a successful one.
Award recipients included:
• Chairs Cup – Finance: TD Bank Brockville
• Chairs Cup – Industrial: 3M Canada, Brockville
• Chairs Cup – Public Service: Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign
• Chairs Cup – Health & Social Service: Leeds Grenville Community Family Health Team
• Rural Strong Award: Stoodley’s Kitchen and Beverage
Special Volunteer Awards included:
• Gord Brown Memorial Award: Darren Gallacher
• Unsung Hero Award: Barb Geggie
These recipients exemplify what it means to lead with heart, and we thank them for their
incredible contributions to building a stronger Leeds & Grenville.
UWLG proudly announced its 2025/2026 funded community partners. The total investment of $354,459 will support a variety of essential programs and services across Leeds & Grenville. This diverse group of programs represents the wide-reaching impact of United Way donors and the collective strength of the Leeds & Grenville community.
2025/2026 Funded Partners & Programs:
1. Big Brothers Big Sisters – One to One Matching Program – $20,000
2. Beth Donovan Hospice – Expanding Caregiver Support – $8,459
3. CPHC – Senior Support Services – Subsidy Program – $20,000
4. CRCHC – Country Roads Community Health Centre – Meals to Go – $10,000
5. Connect Youth – Core Program – $30,000
6. DIFA – Do it for Aaron - Music Lending Library – $10,000
7. FCSLLG – Family and Children Services LLG - Camp Program – $12,500
8. FCSLLG – Family and Children Services LLG - Family Counselling – $15,000
9. Gananoque Food Bank – Weekend Bundle Program – $15,000
10. Girls Inc. – The Girls Inc. Experience – $25,000
11. Interval House – Children’s Programming – $10,000
12. KYC – Kemptville Youth Centre – Healthy Minds, Body and Spirits – $25,000
13. LLGAMH – Lanark Leeds Grenville Addictions and Mental Health – United Way Cares
for Leeds & Grenville – $30,000
14. Thousand Islands Playhouse – Young Company Program – $10,000
15. Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation – Outdoor Education Access – $10,000
16. RNJ Youth Services – Connections Program – $30,000
17. SCS – Seniors Community Services – Senior Care Access – $10,000
18. Volunteer Centre Rideau St. Lawrence – Community Income Tax Program – $20,000
19. YMCA of Eastern Ontario – Bermout Program – $13,500
20. YMCA of Eastern Ontario – Teen Drop-In Program – $30,000
Story by Tim Baltz