Portage la Prairie Shopping Night
Nov
7
5:00 PM17:00

Portage la Prairie Shopping Night

Canad Inns - Ambassador H, Portage la Prairie

Door Prizes | Cash Bar | Cash Admission

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at our Shopping Night! Explore a variety of local crafters, bakers, and home-based businesses—perfect for finding unique Christmas gifts. Don’t miss out!

$5 Admission

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Brandon Shopping Night
Nov
14
5:00 PM17:00

Brandon Shopping Night

Victoria Inn - Grand Salon 3350 Victoria Avenue, Brandon

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at our Shopping Night! Explore a variety of local crafters, bakers, and home-based businesses—perfect for finding unique Christmas gifts. Don’t miss out!

$5 Admission

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Community Fun Lunch
Nov
1
11:45 AM11:45

Community Fun Lunch

  • Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spaghetti Lunch

Friday, November 1, 2024
11:45am – 1pm (Doors open at 11:30am)
Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre

Tickets $25 – Includes salad, spaghetti with sauce, breadstick & dessert with coffee or tea
PLUS! 50/50 Draw & Rainbow Raffle

Please RSVP at events@uwwcmanitoba.ca

Sponsored in part by Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre.
All proceeds to benefit the 2024 United Way Fall Campaign.

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Portage la Prairie Coats for Seniors
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Portage la Prairie Coats for Seniors

  • United Way Brandon & District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Portage Service for Seniors

40 Royal Rd N

Portage la Prairie

Coats for Seniors collection is organized by the Herman Prior Centre and Portage Service for Seniors

For more information contact Kaylee or Jen at Portage Service for Seniors

204-239-6312

Together, let’s spread the warmth!

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Coats for Kids Collection - Portage
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Coats for Kids Collection - Portage

  • United Way in Central Plains (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have gently used winter items that no longer fit your family? Let us take care of them for you. Donate gently used winter gear - coats, boots, ski pants, gloves, mitts, hats, etc. and help those in need stay cozy and protected. Together, let's spread the warmth!

Collection locations:

  • Stride place

  • Pharmasave Portage la Prairie

  • Portage Regional Library

  • Family Resource Centre Portage

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters Central Plains

  • United Way Portage la Prairie office

PLUS! You can also drop off your coats at Fort la Reine Museum during Freight at Museum event on October 25th & 26th between 5pm-9pm.

Contact us at 204-857-4440 for details.

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Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2024 (Fall Edition)
Sep
21
9:00 AM09:00

Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2024 (Fall Edition)

Saturday, September 21st, 2024

Keystone Centre
9am - 3pm

Open to garage salers, crafters, bakers, and retail vendors. 

Pricing

Admission $3.00 (Children 12 and under FREE)

Tables rent for $35.00 each
All Wall Tables are $40.00

Download and send the fillable form below to reserve your table.
Downloadable PDF Form

Online Form

Payment

Payment Drop-off:

United Way of Brandon and District
#201-1011 Rosser Ave.
Brandon, MB  R7A 0L5

(All cheques to be made payable to United Way of Brandon)

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Kick off Glow Golf Tournament
Sep
19
6:00 PM18:00

Kick off Glow Golf Tournament

  • United Way Brandon & District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

September 19, 2024
6pm-10pm
Southport Golf Club

Registrations are filling up fast, so secure your spot or team registration today!
Open until August 10th
$75.00 per golfer includes Dinner, Beverage and Snacks

Support your local United Way Campaign Kick off event for 2024.

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Road Tour Challenge Campaign Kick-off
Sep
13
12:00 PM12:00

Road Tour Challenge Campaign Kick-off

September 13, 2024
Starts at 12 noon
Location TBA

Join us in kicking off the 2024-2025 campaign!

Limited space - register now to save a spot!
$100 per team. Maximum 4 people in a team.
Drop off completed registration forms at our office or send to office@brandonuw.ca
Registration Form

Payment can be received in cheque, credit card, cash or etransfer (office@brandonuw.ca)

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Hog Wild Pulled Pork Lunch
Sep
13
11:00 AM11:00

Hog Wild Pulled Pork Lunch

Get ready to go hog wild for a great cause! Enjoy a delicious pulled pork sandwich provided by Joe Beeverz, along with a drink and chips, all for just $15. Proceeds go directly to support the 2024 United Way campaign!

🛑 Supplies are limited — pre-orders only! ⏰ Preorder deadline: Wednesday, September 11th

Don't miss out on this tasty way to give back!

Pre-order form

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BBQ for Tools for School - August
Aug
23
11:00 AM11:00

BBQ for Tools for School - August

Join us for a BBQ on Friday, August 23rd at Murray’s Chevrolet on 1500 Richmond Avenue from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm. For just $5, enjoy a hot dog, a bag of chips, and a drink!

Pre-order forms are available through the UW office for easy pickup. All proceeds go to the 2024 Tools for School program.

Pre-order Deadline: Wednesday August 23, 2024 - 12 noon
Download your pre-order form

A big thank you to our sponsors: Murray’s, Kuipers, and Old Dutch!

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Tools for School
Aug
1
to Aug 28

Tools for School

  • United Way Brandon & District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Supplies can be dropped off at the donations bins set up throughout Brandon. At the end of August, the supplies are collected, boxed up and delivered to all schools in the Brandon School Division. Supplies are available at the schools for students on their first day back.

Supplies can be dropped off at the donations bins set up at these locations:

  • Christies Office Supplies

  • Guild Insurance Group

  • Stream N Wood

  • Towers Realty

  • Precision Toyota

  • Brandon Source for Sports

  • Manitoba Public Insurance

Visit our page Tools For School for details.

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BBQ for Tools for School - July
Jul
19
11:00 AM11:00

BBQ for Tools for School - July

Join us for a BBQ on Friday, July 19th at Murray’s Chevrolet on 1500 Richmond Avenue from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm. For just $5, enjoy a hot dog, a bag of chips, and a drink!

Pre-order forms are available through the UW office for easy pickup. All proceeds go to the 2024 Tools for School program.

Pre-order Deadline: Wednesday July 17, 2024 - 12 noon
Download your pre-order form

A big thank you to our sponsors: Murray’s, Kuipers, Co-op Heritage and Old Dutch!

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Jun
20
12:00 PM12:00

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of members and interested parties of United Way of Brandon & District Inc. will be held virtually on Thursday, June 20th, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

For the purpose of:

• Receiving and considering the annual report and financial statements for the year ended on March 31, 2024 and the report of the auditors thereon:

• Ratification of By-Law No. 1;

• Election of Directors;

• Appointing of auditors; and

• Transacting such further and other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof.


AGM Documents and Resources

Agenda
Board Nominees
2023 AGM Minutes
By-Law No 1
Financial Statements

To register please contact:

United Way of Brandon & District Inc. office;
Jamie@brandonuw.ca
TEAMS and election details to follow

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Central Plains Coats for Kids Collection
May
1
to May 31

Central Plains Coats for Kids Collection

  • United Way in Central Plains (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Do you have gently used winter items that no longer fit your family? Let us take care of them for you. Donate gently used winter gear - coats, boots, ski pants, gloves, mitts, hats, etc. and help those in need stay cozy and protected. Together, let's spread the warmth!

Collection locations:

• Family Resource Centre
• Big Brothers, Big Sisters
• United Way in Central Plains
• Portage la Prairie Regional Library

A second collection will take place in October with distribution of all items in early November.

Contact us at 204-857-4440 for details.

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Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2024 (Spring Edition)
Apr
27
9:00 AM09:00

Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2024 (Spring Edition)

Saturday, April 27th, 2024

Keystone Centre
9am - 3pm

Open to garage salers, crafters, bakers, and retail vendors. 

Pricing

Admission $3.00 (Children 12 and under FREE)

Tables rent for $35.00 each
All Wall Tables are $40.00 (SOLD OUT)

TABLES ARE SOLD OUT

Payment

Payment Drop-off:

United Way of Brandon and District
#201-1011 Rosser Ave.
Brandon, MB  R7A 0L5

(All cheques to be made payable to United Way of Brandon)

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Manitoba Will Week
Apr
22
to Apr 26

Manitoba Will Week

  • United Way Brandon & District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Will Week, which takes place annually during the last week of April, is a series of free public presentations on the importance of wills and estate planning. Sessions are presented, by professionals on a volunteer basis, as a public service and are for information purposes only.

Topics covered include:

  • The importance of having an up to date will

  • An enduring Power of Attorney

  • Health care directives

  • Ensuring your last wishes are achievable

  • Supporting the community with a charitable gift in your will

Will Week is a collaboration between the Manitoba Bar Association, The Winnipeg Foundation and the Public Guardian and Trustee

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United Way Annual Volunteer Fair
Apr
20
10:00 AM10:00

United Way Annual Volunteer Fair

Make Every Moment Matter at the United Way Annual Volunteer Fair.
Find community volunteer opportunities - connect with local non-profit organizations looking for support.

Shoppers Mall

Saturday, April 20, 2024
10am - 5PM

Tables - $25 (cover advertising costs)
Must be pre-registered
Download PDF form
Email unitedwaycommunity@brandonuw.ca

Register by Saturday, April 5

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Portage's Largest Indoor Garage Sale 2024 (Spring Edition)
Apr
20
9:00 AM09:00

Portage's Largest Indoor Garage Sale 2024 (Spring Edition)

Saturday, April 20th, 2024

Portage Curling Club
9am - 3pm

Open to garage salers, crafters, bakers, and retail vendors. 

Pricing

Admission $3.00 (Children 12 and under FREE)

Tables rent for $35.00 each
All Wall Tables are $40.00 each

Download and send the fillable form below to reserve your table.
Downloadable PDF Form

Payment

Payment Drop-off:

United Way in Central Plains Region
20 E Saskatchewan Ave., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0L2

(All cheques to be made payable to United Way of Brandon)

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National Volunteer Week
Apr
14
to Apr 20

National Volunteer Week

  • United Way Brandon & District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Let's recognize and celebrate every volunteer and each contribution they’re making to strengthen inclusivity and wellbeing in our communities. Now more than ever, Every Moment Matters! 

#NVW2024 #EveryMomentMatters

The theme for National Volunteer Week 2024 is Every Moment Matters. It highlights the importance of every volunteer and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever. The sharing of time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to the inclusivity, strength, and wellbeing of our communities. 

During National Volunteer Week 2024, we come together to recognize and celebrate the importance of each and every volunteer’s impact from coast to coast to coast. Now more than ever, Every Moment Matters. 

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Central Plains Touchdown Volunteer & Campaign Breakfast
Apr
4
8:30 AM08:30

Central Plains Touchdown Volunteer & Campaign Breakfast

Central Plains Touchdown Volunteer & Campaign Breakfast

Thursday, April 4, 2024
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Prairie Fusion Arts & Entertainment Centre - Main Gallery

Join us for a coffee/tea and light breakfast to celebrate our volunteers and learn about our successes from 2023!

Tickets: $5
Deadline for pre-registered tickets is April 1st, 2024. Otherwise, tickets can be purchased at the door.

Contact us for more information.
204-857-4440
officecp@westcentraluw.ca

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FREE Community Screening of Connecting the Dots Film
Apr
3
6:30 PM18:30

FREE Community Screening of Connecting the Dots Film

FREE Community Screening of Connecting the Dots Film

Wednesday, April 3, 2024
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Prairie City Cinema

This film is an intimate look at youth mental health from a global perspective, showcasing young voices breaking barriers surrounding youth mental health. Doors open at 6:30. As seating is limited, register for tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/866593914727.

Tickets: FREE - pre-registration is preferred as seats are limited.

Contact us for more information.
204-857-4440
officecp@westcentraluw.ca

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Wheat Kings Skybox Online Auction
Dec
19
6:00 AM06:00

Wheat Kings Skybox Online Auction

December 19th, 6am -9am

Score skybox seats for the Wheat Kings game against the Regina Pats on December 27th in our online auction, thanks to the generous donation from IG Wealth in support of United Way Brandon & District.

QCountry kicks off this auction on Tuesday, December 19th, from 6 am to 9 am.

To place your bid, call or text 204-725-2525

The lucky winner will be revealed on December 20th.

Your bids contribute to a great cause - all proceeds go to United Way.

Special shout-out to Pattison Media and the Keystone Centre for their fantastic contributions.

*Participants must be 18 years or older. Bidding closes at 11 am on December 19th (with possible extensions for high bidding activity). The skybox, valued at $1900, starts with a minimum bid of $500. It accommodates 18 tickets with snacks provided, and drinks are available for purchase.

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Community Fun Lunch
Nov
3
11:45 AM11:45

Community Fun Lunch

  • Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Spaghetti Lunch

Friday, November 3, 2023
11:45am – 1pm (Doors open at 11:30am)
Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre

Tickets $25 – Includes salad, spaghetti with sauce, breadstick & dessert with coffee or tea

Order Deadline: Tuesday, October 31, 4:00pm

Hosted by Rhoni from Trident X
PLUS! 50/50 Draw & Rainbow Raffle

Please RSVP at unitedwaycommunity@brandonuw.ca

Sponsored in part by Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre.
All proceeds to benefit the 2023 United Way Fall Campaign.

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Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2023 (Fall Edition)
Sep
16
9:00 AM09:00

Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2023 (Fall Edition)

Saturday, September 16th, 2023

Keystone Centre
9am - 3pm

Open to garage salers, crafters, bakers, and retail vendors. 

Pricing

Admission $3.00 (Children 12 and under FREE)

Tables rent for $35.00 each
All Wall Tables are $40.00 (SOLD OUT)

Download and send the fillable form below to reserve your table.
Downloadable PDF Form

Online Form

Payment

Payment Drop-off:

United Way of Brandon and District
#201-1011 Rosser Ave.
Brandon, MB  R7A 0L5

(All cheques to be made payable to United Way of Brandon)

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Campaign Kick-off - Connecting the Dots Screening
Sep
14
4:30 PM16:30

Campaign Kick-off - Connecting the Dots Screening

  • Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A Community Screening on Youth Mental Health
Followed by a panel discussion/ workshop

September 14, 2023
Doors open at 4:30pm
Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium

ABOUT CONNECTING THE DOTS

Connecting the Dots is the first feature documentary of its kind to offer a raw and intimate look at youth mental health from a global perspective. With heart-felt poignant stories of lived experience, the film exclusively showcases young voices breaking barriers surrounding youth mental health. Through highly cinematic and character driven storytelling, Connecting the Dots is emotional, reflective and hopeful. Our future leaders are speaking up. It's time to listen.

ABOUT THE EVENT

Our 2023 Campaign Kick-off begins with a message from our CEO, our new Campaign Chair and goal announcement followed by the feature documentary with panel discussion.

Free event, please register at Eventbrite to reserve seating:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2023-campaign-kick-off-and-community-screening-of-connecting-the-dots-tickets-680158280727?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse

#RAISEYOURHAND
CONNECTINGTHEDOTSFILM.COM

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Tools for School
Aug
1
to Aug 28

Tools for School

  • United Way Brandon & District (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Supplies can be dropped off at the donations bins set up throughout Brandon. At the end of August, the supplies are collected, boxed up and delivered to all schools in the Brandon School Division. Supplies are available at the schools for students on their first day back.

Supplies can be dropped off at the donations bins set up at these locations:

  • Bell Media

  • Christies Office Supplies

  • Guild Insurance Group

  • Stream N Wood

  • Towers Realty

  • Precision Toyota

  • Brandon Source for Sports

  • Manitoba Public Insurance

  • Keywest Photo

Visit our page Tools For School for details.

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Fusion Credit Union Westman Lip Sync Battle
May
18
6:30 PM18:30

Fusion Credit Union Westman Lip Sync Battle

Thursday, May 18, 2023

Do you lip sync along to songs you know? This is your time to showcase your skills with WESTMAN LIP SYNC BATTLE in support of United Way! Be one of the teams competing head to head in the ultimate challenge or come out for a great night and vote for the best team! It’s always a sell out, so be ready to get your tickets to one night that you will remember!

Houston’s Country Roadhouse
Doors open at 6:30pm
Battle begins at 7:45pm

Entry Fee: $30 (includes Poutine Bar)
Tickets available at Eventbright.ca

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Fusion Credit Union Westman Lip Sync Battle
May
17
6:30 PM18:30

Fusion Credit Union Westman Lip Sync Battle

Thursday, May 17, 2023

Do you lip sync along to songs you know? This is your time to showcase your skills with WESTMAN LIP SYNC BATTLE in support of United Way! Be one of the teams competing head to head in the ultimate challenge or come out for a great night and vote for the best team! It’s always a sell out, so be ready to get your tickets to one night that you will remember!

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Pulled Pork BBQ Drive Thru
May
12
11:30 AM11:30

Pulled Pork BBQ Drive Thru

Pulled Pork BBQ Drive Thru

Friday, May 12, 2023
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Joe Beeverz

$15 meal: Includes Joe Beeverz Pulled Pork Sandwich, Chips & Drink

Pre-Order Deadline: May 10, 2023, 12 noon
Download PDF Form
Online Form

Pre-order only. Please pre-order to ensure you are able to receive your order.
All orders must be picked up. No substitutions. Limited quantities available.

All proceeds to benefit the 2023 United Way Fall Campaign.

Sponsored by Maple Leaf Foods, Joe Beeverz and Kuipers Bakery

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Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2023
Apr
29
9:00 AM09:00

Brandon's Largest Garage Sale 2023

Saturday, April 29th, 2023

Keystone Centre
9am - 3pm

Open to garage salers, crafters, bakers, and retail vendors. 

Pricing

Admission $2.00 (Children 12 and under FREE)

Tables rent for $30.00 each
All Wall Tables are $35.00

Download and send the fillable form below to reserve your table.
Downloadable PDF Form

Online Form

Payment

Payment Drop-off:

United Way of Brandon and District
#201-1011 Rosser Ave.
Brandon, MB  R7A 0L5

(All cheques to be made payable to United Way of Brandon)

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