Maria Freire

United Way of Calgary and Area

At United Way of Calgary and Area, we care deeply about creating a resilient and caring community where everyone thrives. As a 100% local social impact charity, we are passionate about discovering innovative ways to deepen and diversify the impact of community support. We excel at bringing people and organizations together to develop new solutions to address critical issues in our community, focusing on mental health, healthy relationships, socio-economic wellbeing, and social inclusion. Founded in 1940, we have a long history in Calgary. Our office is home to 130 passionate employees who truly believe in making a difference. Our culture reflects our work – we are people-centered, relationship-focused, and innovative in our drive for impact, helping over 160,000 people a year in the Calgary area. We believe tomorrow can be better. Join us in making a difference in our community.