THANK YOUChange starts with our volunteers.

Board of DirectorsElizabeth Maccabe, ChairBill BouwmeesterKaren DaltonPatricia DaltonJohn DowningLaurie GouldAli HaidarStephanie Joselyn-FogartyLynn LoganVlora MuslimiAbe OudshoornKathy ParkerJeff SageChirag ShahGary West

Development CommitteeKathy Parker, Chair John DowningMurray FaulknerLaurie LashbrookJohn LeitchLynn LoganJeff SageJennifer TaylorChirag Shah

Finance CommitteeLaurie Gould, Chair Bill BouwmeesterAlex Sie LauLynn LoganElizabeth MaccabeEric Mallory

Labour CommitteeLuis Domingues, ChairDan BorthwickCindy BurtRandy EvansJohn HassanMaria McFaddenGrant McnairJody JonesRichard RobsonBrian TansySharon Young-Kipp

2015 Campaign CabinetAnna Iacobelli, Chair Luis Domingues, Vice ChairBruce BurtRhonda ChojaRyan CrechiolaWilma de RondDanny DeepPeter DevlinLaura ElliottMandi FieldsJoseph FontanaNoah FullbrightAlf GoodallDave GoulartChief Laurie HaymanTony LaRoccaJohn LeitchChristopher MackieLarry MacKinnonMelissa MadrugaLarry MynyMatt PepePeter SherriffKim SmithLinda StaudtAssistant Commisioner Jennifer StrachanJennifer TaylorKarima VeljiKarl VolkmarMike WarnockJim Yeomans

Major Gifts Cabinet John Leitch, ChairSuzanne AllanKeith Gibbons Alex LauJamie LougheryJim MacKinnonMarjie MacounKerry RobbinsHoward Rundle Sara SeckJohn SliskovicWilliam Tucker

Leadership CabinetJennifer Taylor, ChairHarry BakkerKevin BertoiaPaul CockerMarco Di MarzioKristen KennedyCarole OrchardErin Rankin NashTed RiquinhaIan Ross David Sylvester

London Life Youth UnitedStephanie Docimo, ChairSean Fry, Co-Chair Asiya BarakzaiSimo BecarevicRebecca DayVictoria GoldsackWindemere JarvisEmily MoyerVikas PatelCady RiceAmber ScroobyIris SelimiCarolyn Shi

GenNext CabinetKaty Boychuk, ChairMaly Bun-LebertMelissa MadrugaKelsey McRaeSamara MouawadJustin O’DeaMark PlacideWil SorrellSunali SwaminathanCaterina Traini

Poverty Impact CouncilClint Wilson, Chair Anne AlexanderVanessa Ambtman-SmithSally BennettScott DartAnne-Marie FischerStephanie Joselyn-FogartyWendy Anne LeslieAbe OudshoornJoseph Wilson

Mental Health Impact CouncilReid MacKay, Chair Elisabeth BeaujotCheryl ForchukJennifer FrancisMichelle GilpinJanet GranthamAli HaidarMichael HerbertLisa HeslopBeth MitchellMike WarnockGary WestTatiana Zdyb

Beginnings & Transitions Impact CouncilMelissa Aveiro, Chair David BlackwellKaren DaltonJulie GonyouMatthew GordonBernadette HolmanDwayne MartinsVlora MuslimiPeter PolischukMaria Vasquez

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Statement of fund revenue and expensesyears ended March 31, 2016 and March 31, 2015.

Revenue

Net Donations and grantsInvestment income Unrealized gain (loss) on investmentsOther income

9,098,556205,662(57,056)33,728

9,188,421112,05699,24014,019

Community investments

Community FundDonor Directed FundsStrategic InvestmentsUnited for RefugeesUnited Way Community Leadership

5,575,000675,494456.214141,840788,722

5,730,065570,545700,572

-826,682

Excess of revenue over community investment

Less: fundraising and administrative expenses

Excess of (expenses over revenue) revenue over expenses

Transfer from Future Projects Fund

1,643,620

1,780,786

(137,166)66,000

1,585,872

1,693,525

(107,653)162,000

This is a summary of the details in the March 31, 2016 Finacial Statements Audited by Deloitte LLP.

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Gross revenue 9,280,890 9,413,736

Total Investment 7,637,270 7,827,864

Excess of (expenses over revenue) revenue over expenses after transfer (71,166) (54,347)

Total $ Total $2016 2015

A leader in organizational effectivenessUnited Way London & Middlesex is proud to be the first social service organization in our community to

be granted accreditation through the Imagine Canada Standards Program. Designed to strengthen public confidence in the charitable and nonprofit sector, the Standards Program offers an independently assessed stamp of approval for organizations that demonstrate excellence and transparency in five key areas: • Board governance; • Financial accountability and transparency; • Ethical fundraising;• Staff management; and• Volunteer involvementOur donors are the foundation of United Way. Your generosity supports a vital network of programs and services that enable United Way to address the root causes of social issues and create lasting change in our community. Our commitment to you is that we will continue to make every effort to ensure that your donation has maximum impact in people’s lives right here in London and Middlesex County.

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TOGETHER WE:

Address urgent issues at the time of need.

Build resilient

individuals and families.

Break long-term

cyclical problems by addressing

them at the root.

Our visionA community where everyone matters.

Our missionWe mobilize the power of our community to create lasting change.

in London and Middlesex County used a United Way service last year.PEOPLEUR

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LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS

We believe in possibility.When we look around London and Middlesex County, we see a community brimming with potential. We see newcomers finally finding a safe place to call home. We see families fighting through tough times and emerging more resilient. We see bright futures for children and youth. We see this all because of you; our caring donors and partners who share our vision of “a community where everyone matters.”

We are humbled by your generosity and unwavering commitment to ensuring that everyone has a chance to succeed in London and Middlesex County. A notable example of this is London United for Refugees, launched in December 2015. Through LU4R, United Way brought

together community partners, corporations, volunteers, and donors to address an urgent need in our community; helping hundreds of Syrian refugees settle successfully, right here in London.

While the work of helping our new friends and neighbours build a new life in Canada continues, so too does our work of improving more than 85,000 lives through our hallmark investments in more than 80 programs and services proven to get results. Whether it’s programming that teaches conflict resolution skills to a family in crisis, enables a senior to live independently, or helps a high school student stay in school, you are helping us create change that is local, tangible and meaningful. It is with deepest gratitude that we thank you for believing in possibility too.

Together, we are possibility.

Elizabeth Maccabe Chair, Board of Directors

Lynn LoganVice Chair, Board of Directors

DONOR DESIGNATIONS9%

POVERTY24%

BEGINNINGS & TRANSITIONS

39%

BUILDING CAPACITY

3%

MENTAL HEALTH25%

OurInvestments

1,5

61 HAPPY CAMPERS

POVERTY • 62,000 PEOPLE IN LONDON

LIVE IN POVERTY• 1 IN 4 LONDON CHILDREN

ARE LIVING IN POVERTY• 1 IN 4 PEOPLE LIVING IN

POVERTY HAVE A DISABILITY

BACKPACKS

TO HELP KIDS

SUCCEED

MEALS SERVED30,661

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Assistive devices provide people with disabilities increased independence, improved mental health, and the ability to thrive in our community.

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In a community where everyone matters, we create opportunities for individuals and families to not just survive in our community, but

to thrive and contribute. We do this through a range of programs that address urgent needs and provide long-term solutions that promote

independence and financial stability.

HAPPY CAMPERS

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ON ROAD TO

with the support of programs at the Unity Project that foster life skills such as making healthy choices, budgeting, and relationship building.

through the Street Level Women at Risk Collaborative – which is applying to Housing First approach to address and prevent homelessness for street involved sex workers.

SHARING OUR VOICE

480 FINANCIALLY

United Way funded advocacy programs help individuals access

$14.8 million in social supports.

and are on the their way to a brighter future thanks to programs that help them complete high school.

High school grads earn 5x more than social assistance can provide.

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MADE THE

GRADE

Michael came to Youth Opportunities Unlimited Youth Action Centre with nowhere left to turn. Trying to escape an unhealthy home, he reached out for counselling before he found himself homeless and on the street. Today, thanks to YOU transitional housing and other supports, he is on his way to finding a job and becoming permanently housed and financially independent.

STABLE

INDEPENDENCE

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MENTAL HEALTH • 1 IN 5 CANADIANS WILL EXPERIENCE A

FORM OF MENTAL ILLNESS• SUICIDE IS THE SECOND LEADING CAUSE

OF DEATH AMONG CANADIAN YOUTH

• MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES ACCOUNT FOR MORE THAN $6 BILLION IN ABSENTEEISM COSTS ACROSS CANADA

Volunteer Services at Community Living London helps people with intellectual disabilities participate in the community through meaningful

mentorship and volunteer opportunities. 83% of participants report feeling more connected to their community.

people with a mental health issue, addiction, or violence-related trauma

received subsidized counselling services

To respond to growing demand, United Way invested in an

innovative project at Addiction Services Thames Valley designed

to equip frontline workers with training and resources resulting in improved service integration for young people with addictions.

70% of members at the Horton Street Senior’s Centre

report feeling less isolated and a stronger

social network

averaging $300 were distributed to help woman escape an

abusive relationship

TOOLS FOR PROFESSIONALS

195 LOANSINTEREST FREE

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SOCIALINCLUSION

4,246

LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS

United Way brought together 12 workplaces,

representing 20,000 employees to participate in “Meeting the Standard” a program focused on implementing the National

Standard for Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace.

people with a mental health issue, addiction, or violence-related trauma

received subsidized counselling services

EARLY INTERVENTION THAT WORKS

CONVENING PARTNERS

ACTIVE SENIORS 70% of members at the

Horton Street Senior’s Centre report feeling less

isolated and a stronger social network

9/10 participants in the Focused Family Therapy program at Vanier

Children’s Services report improved coping skills and are less likely to

engage in risky or hurtful behaviour.

“Caring Dads” improves father-

child relationships by helping men

recognize the impact of abuse/neglect.

To help people better navigate the mental health system, we worked collaboratively with

agencies to improve intra-agency communication,

reduce wait times and develop new services.

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ST I G M A

Being a parent is hard work. Being a parent coping with a mental illness can be completely overwhelming; each day a struggle to keep up with the

demands. For Meredith, this meant that Children’s Aid Society had become involved in her family because there were concerns about her personal well-being and ability to care for her kids.The future brightened when she walked through the doors of Daya Counselling Centre and finally found the support she needed. After several months of counselling, she’s living proof that the right intervention at the right time can help keep families intact and help them to thrive.

BETTERDADS

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4,246

We believe that prevention and support for a wide range of mental health concerns

are important investments for a strong and resilient community. By offering early

interventions and timely support, we can help individuals maintain a better quality of life

and prevent concerns from escalating.

BEGINNINGS AND TRANSITIONS • LONDON’S POPULATION SPEAKS ABOUT

100 DIFFERENT LANGUAGES• 22% OF LONDONERS AND 10%

OF MIDDLESEX COUNTY RESIDENTS WERE BORN OUTSIDE OF CANADA

• LONDON IS THE 3RD LARGEST RECIPIENT OF SYRIAN REFUGEES IN ONTARIO & THE 7TH LARGEST IN CANADA

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86% of newcomer women feel more engaged in their community through their participation in a peer support program.

For assistance finding housing, language training, employment, and so much more – call 2-1-1. This United Way-funded helpline is free, offered in over 100 languages, and available 24/7.

LUSO Community Services

EMPOWERING WOMEN

OF INTERPRETATION SERVICES

3/4 of families found additional community supports through Muslim Family Support Services, bridging the gap between social service organizations and Muslim families.

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PEOPLE EDUCATED

1,333 HOURS

4,156

via the City of London Community Response to Syrian Newcomers Task Force to ensure a collaborative, co-ordinated community response.

LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS

4/5 parents in a parenting program for newcomer

parents report improved

problem solving skills.

LUSO Community Services

STRONG AND STABLE

FAMILIES

OF INTERPRETATION SERVICES

BRIDGING THE GAP

were provided in

37 languages and dialects to help newcomers thrive.

through an employment mentorship program for newcomers.

Through the London Middlesex Local Immigration Partnership which brings together many sectors,

volunteers and immigrant communities to develop and implement locally-driven strategies

for the successful integration of immigrants.

SHARING OUR VOICE

Asmaa’s story, like others who come to Canada as a refugee, is a tale of remarkable resilience and courage. She and her husband, with five children in tow, fled Iraq then Syria, before finally finding refuge in Canada. Then began the work of rebuilding their lives and resuming her career as a medical doctor. She soon found out, getting licensed to practice

in Canada is a competitive and lengthy process for international medical graduates.At United Way-funded Across Languages, Asmaa found meaningful work as a Medical Interpreter where she spends her days and nights where she feels most at home; in a hospital or clinic surrounded by medical professionals. “We benefit together,” she notes. “My job is helping me gain valuable Canadian experience, and hopefully it will open doors for me in the future. More importantly, I am helping people improve their health outcomes by removing language barriers, and making communication easy and comfortable - especially for Syrian refugees.”

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PEOPLE EDUCATED

1,333 HOURS

CAREERS LAUNCHED

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United Way believes in making investments to improve the well being of our friends, neighbours

and our community for the long-term. Getting to the root cause of problems and

building support systems for people early on is the best way to prevent challenges from

becoming more complex in the future.

We engage and empower all sectors of our community to come together and share their experiences, expertise and energy. The power of partnerships and collaborations multiplies our impact and leads us to find progressive and lasting solutions.

BUILDING CAPACITY

In 2015, we all saw some truly heartbreaking stories emerging from the Syrian crisis. For some, it may have seemed like it was happening a world away. But in London, we heard from the community that we needed to work together to do something and respond.London United for Refugees (LU4R) launched in December 2015. Its focus: to raise funds for the local settlement of people affected by this humanitarian crisis. Our community’s response was overwhelming: people offered support, resources, time, gifts and money to help.Thanks to the generosity of donors and partners like the Community Foundation of Canada Welcome Fund, LU4R has raised in excess of $300,000 in six short months and is already at work in the community through the following investments:

A new home.The next chapter.

Childminding

Housing stability

fundtenant rights & responsibilities

training

Safe home, good neighbour:

Cultural training for

building managers &

landlords

Giving refugees of the Syrian crisis the best start in their new liveshere in London.

Develops leaders and skills to strengthen

the non-profit sector.

Identifies, understands and

addresses the root causes of the social

issues we face.

Brings together the needed

research, experts and resources.

Initiates and invests in programs that hold the most promise for long-term solutions.

UNITED WAY:

London Life Youth United provides small grants to youth-initiated and youth-led volunteer teams that have developed a creative action plan to address an issue related to poverty, mental health, children & youth or newcomers. With the support of educators, community leaders, peers, and mentors, London Life Youth United applicants develop solutions and responses to the problems that concern them. They learn skills necessary to design, implement, monitor and evaluate meaningful community projects that ignite change.

12 funded proposals

1,000 local young lives improved

13 Advisory Council youth

volunteers

The 2015-2016 London Life Youth United Advisory Council. This council is made up of young people (13-24 years of age) who market and promote the grant program, review funding applications, interview youth teams and decide which projects will receive funding.

Members of the London Life Youth United Advisory Council visited grade seven/eight students at Jean Vanier Catholic Elementary School in January 2016. The council spent time with the students identifying needs in the London community, brainstorming creative project ideas to address those needs and working through the process of writing a grant proposal.