TORONTO United Way Greater Toronto Pledges $250,000 to Support African Refugee Claimants and Asylum Seekers; Encourages Public to Meet the Moment
Wednesday, 09 August 2023 12:00.PM
United Way Greater Toronto is announcing $250,000 in grants to support the leadership of Black-led and Black-serving community service organizations working on the frontlines with African refugee claimants and asylum seekers across the Greater Toronto Area.
As part of this funding, United Way Greater Toronto aims to catalyze additional support and public participation essential in creating sustainable solutions for African refugee claimants and asylum seekers. Together, we can match this first step with another $250,000 in the coming weeks providing housing and employment support, food, clothing, community connections and more.
"This is the beginning of a long journey," said Daniele Zanotti, President and CEO of United Way Greater Toronto. Recognizing the increasing need for support, Zanotti added, "the commitment of $250,000 is a step forward. We are ready to provide immediate emergency relief and support to those in need. By leveraging United Way's expertise and network, the funds will be swiftly channeled into the community, empowering Black-led initiatives to make an impact. With additional support from the public, we can expand efforts to provide essential services, including housing and employment support, food, clothing, and community connections for African refugee claimants and asylum seekers."
The African Resettlement Emergency Fund is aligned with United Way Greater Toronto's commitment to confronting anti-Black racism. United Way Greater Toronto will ensure these funds and additional support donated through the Emergency Fund will directly assist community organizations helping refugee claimants and asylum seekers with a special focus on efforts by Black-led and Black-serving community groups.
United Way Greater Toronto has a history of collaborating with local governments in Peel, Toronto, and York to facilitate the settlement of newcomers, refugees, and asylum seekers. In recent years, the organization has been actively involved in supporting refugees from Afghanistan and Ukrainian temporary residents. In addition to directing residents to the African Resettlement Emergency Fund, the City of Toronto is accepting and coordinating offers of housing for refugee claimants and asylum seekers and referring goods and services to community agencies through its DonateTO web portal.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of refugee claimants and asylum seekers. Donate now to the African Resettlement Emergency Fund and be part of a compassionate community that stands together to provide vital support and assistance.
"This is the beginning of a long journey, and the commitment of $250,000 is a step forward. We are ready to provide immediate emergency relief and support to those in need. By leveraging United Way's expertise and network, the funds will be swiftly channeled into the community, empowering Black-led initiatives to make an impact. With additional support from the public, we can expand efforts to provide essential services, including housing and employment support, food, clothing, and community connections for African refugee claimants and asylum seekers."
- Daniele Zanotti, President and CEO of United Way Greater Toronto
"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the United Way of Greater Toronto for providing this vital funding to support African refugee claimants and asylum seekers across our city. We must acknowledge the ongoing leadership and mobilization of Black-led community and faith organizations in Toronto who continue to provide temporary shelter and supports for new arrivals. As the need continues to grow, the City will continue to work with the community to provide the services refugees need. I urge all Torontonians to join us in ensuring our city is a welcoming place for all β and ask that the Federal government bolster these efforts with funding and support."
- Mayor Olivia Chow, City of Toronto
SOURCE: United Way Greater Toronto
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