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 โ and ask that the Federal government bolster these efforts with funding and support."
- Mayor Olivia Chow, City of Toronto
SOURCE: United Way Greater Toronto
-
Related materials:
- 09-May-2024 04:36 PM TORONTO ๐๐๐ก๏ธ๐ฅโ๏ธ City of Toronto moves forward with renewed approach to tackle climate change
- 09-May-2024 08:00 AM TORONTO ๐โก๐ฉ๏ธ๐ง๏ธ Toronto Hydro Shares How to Stay Emergency Ready and Safe from Powerlines
- 08-May-2024 04:33 PM TORONTO ๐พ๐๏ธ Toronto City Council to expand alcohol in parks program city-wide
- 03-May-2024 06:52 AM TORONTO โฝ๐ต City of Toronto to Receive $104.34 Million in Federal Funding to Support Hosting Fifa World Cup 26
- 02-May-2024 12:00 PM TORONTO ๐ผ๏ธ Mayor Olivia Chow Proclaims May as Museum Month in Toronto, Announces New City-Wide Programming at Toronto History Museums ๐ผ๏ธ
- 02-May-2024 08:00 AM TORONTO ๐ผ๏ธ Doors Open Toronto unlocks the cityโs hidden histories on May 25 and 26 ๐ผ๏ธ
- 01-May-2024 04:32 PM TORONTO JOBS ๐ง๐ ๐ผ๏ธ Mayor Olivia Chow Lead Toronto's Film Mission to Los Angeles
- 27-Apr-2024 04:28 PM ONTARIO ๐๐ต Ontario Expanding GO Train Service Across the Greater Toronto Area
- 26-Apr-2024 02:41 PM TORONTO ๐๏ธ๐ป๐ต City of Toronto Turning on the Taps Ahead of Schedule in Parks Across the City
- 25-Apr-2024 02:23 PM TORONTO ๐ฎ City Of Toronto Reveals Enhancements and New Initiatives for Sidewalk Litter Bins
- 24-Apr-2024 06:34 PM TORONTO ๐ City of Toronto Taking Actions to Address Dangerous Dog Behaviour ๐
- 22-Apr-2024 08:00 AM TORONTO ๐ณ๐ฒ City of Toronto receives Tree City of the World designation
- 26-Mar-2024 10:22 AM JOBS ๐ง๐๐ง๐ผ๏ธ Over 400 Art Gallery Of Ontario Workers Are on Strike: "The Arts Matter. So Do We!"
- 09-Feb-2024 02:28 PM ๐ TORONTO New Measures Speed Up Streetcar Travel on King Street Transit Priority Corridor
- 17-Nov-2023 12:00 PM TORONTO JOBS ๐ง๐๐ฉโ๐ซ๐ป Seneca Polytechnic and Siemens Partner to Provide Tools and Training to the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
- 13-Nov-2023 10:23 AM HOLIDAYS ๐โ๏ธ๐ TORONTO City of Toronto Announces Lineup for Cavalcade of Lights and Heralds in the Holiday Season With Arrival of the Nathan Phillips Square Christmas Tree
- 04-Nov-2023 02:29 PM TORONTO City Of Toronto Officially Opens One Yonge Community Recreation Centre on TorontoโS Downtown Waterfront
- 15-Aug-2023 02:27 PM ๐ต๐งถ๐ถ๐ค SummerSeries in Trillium Park Hosts Wavelength Summer Thing and Yoga this Weekend - FREE EVENTS
- 11-Aug-2023 08:00 PM TORONTO ๐ฉCity o9f Toronto Reminds Pet Owners to be Responsible, Keep Their Dog Leashed
- 10-Aug-2023 02:19 PM TORONTO ๐ฅ๐โ๏ธCity of Toronto Opens Applications for Restaurants to Participate in Winterlicious 2024
- 09-Aug-2023 06:42 PM TORONTO ๐๏ธ City of Toronto Celebrates the Ground-Breaking of 725 New Rental Homes on City Land at 5207 Dundas Street West
- 29-Jul-2023 02:21 PM TORONTO โ World-Renowned Japanese Coffee Brand % Arabica Opens First Downtown Toronto Location
- 28-Jul-2023 04:21 PM TORONTO ๐ฒ๐ฅโ๏ธ Toronto Pearson Airport Welcomes Osmow's Authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Restaurant to Terminal 1
- 01-Jul-2023 08:00 AM TORONTO ๐ City Of Toronto Offering Free Programming Featuring Live Performances, Activities and Fireworks This Canada Day
- 01-Jul-2023 06:00 AM TORONTO ๐ Happening Now: Spend Canada Day with Parks Canada!
- 20-Jun-2023 10:21 AM TORONTO ๐จโ๐ป๐ป City of Toronto to welcome back Collision Conference in 2024
- 16-Jun-2023 10:21 AM TORONTO JOBS ๐ญACTRA Toronto Partners With Warner Bros. Discovery Access Canada to Launch Permit Access Fund
- 09-Jun-2023 02:25 PM TORONTO ๐ฟ๐บ First-Of-Its-Kind Toronto Holocaust Museum Opens its Doors
- 26-May-2023 01:36 PM Upcoming Event: ๐ฟ๐บ Doors Open Toronto Returns This Weekend
- 26-May-2023 12:10 PM TORONTO City of Toronto Issues 2023 Final Property Tax Bills
- 23-May-2023 02:25 PM TORONTO โ๏ธ๐งณ Minister of Transport Announces New Verified Traveller Program to Improve the Security Screening Experience for Eligible Travellers
- 09-May-2023 06:11 PM TORONTO โ๏ธ๐งณ Toronto Pearson Gears Up for the Busy Summer Travel Season and Passenger Experience Improvements
- 01-May-2023 10:18 AM TORONTO ๐ฟ๐บ Deputy Mayor Jennifer Mckelvie Proclaims May as Museums Month in Toronto, Announces Full Lineup of Museum Programming
- 30-Apr-2023 04:20 PM TORONTO ๐ง๐ฃ๏ธ๐ City Of Toronto Takes Action to Reduce Traffic Congestion Ahead of Metrolinx's Ontario Line Construction on Queen Street Coming May 1
- 19-Apr-2023 10:25 AM TORONTO ๐ง๐ฃ๏ธ๐ City Of Toronto Introduces Priority Travel Routes and Takes Action to Reduce Traffic
- 18-Apr-2023 06:13 PM TORONTO City of Toronto Staff Report Recommends Changes to Warming Centre Policies and Procedures
- 18-Apr-2023 02:19 PM TORONTO ๐ณ๐บ City of Toronto Announces Pollinateto Grant Recipients to Create 110 New Gardens
- 18-Apr-2023 12:00 PM Upcoming Event: ... โต๐ข Toronto Waterfront Festival: The Quack Is Back... Again!
- 18-Apr-2023 10:36 AM TORONTO City of Toronto Expands Traffic Agents Program to Increase Road Safety and Keep Traffic Moving
- 16-Apr-2023 12:00 AM TORONTO ๐ ๐ต City Of Toronto Launches $21.5 Million Request for Proposals for Multi-Unit Residential
- 14-Apr-2023 02:21 PM TORONTO โ๐ฌ City of Toronto Receives More Than 500 Cafรฉto Curb Lane Cafรฉ Applications
- 14-Apr-2023 12:00 PM TORONTO ๐๐ด๐ City of Toronto Encourages Residents to Participate in Regional Transportation Planning Survey
- 06-Apr-2023 02:23 PM TORONTO ๐น City Of Toronto Plans for Early Opening of Seasonal Park Washrooms
- 04-Mar-2023 02:21 PM TORONTO ๐ฆท๐ต๐๐ฅ Fielding Dental Healthcare Reveals Plans for a 'Healthcare Hub': The First Full-Service Offer of its Kind in The Greater Toronto Area