Fund Distribution

With your financial help we are able to provide funding to support local programs and services throughout our community. People contribute to the United Way because they know that one gift will go a long way and funds stay within Cumberland County.

THESE ARE THE AGENCIES THAT PROVIDE PROGRAMS:

Amherst Preschool Association

Operates a preschool program for 4-5 year old’s. Provides social, emotional, physical and intellectual development to help prepare them for school the following year.
(902)667-7731

After the School Bell Program

Providing food security to children in need

Sexual Health Center for Cumberland County

Encourages informed, responsible attitudes toward healthy sexuality throughout the human life cycle, thus improving the quality of life.
(902)667-7500

Maggie’s Place

To enhance the health and social development of children ages 0-6 years, and their families by providing a variety of promotion and prevention services and programs. Our aim is to support families through the preconception, prenatal, infant and early childhood periods by strengthening partnerships and collaborative activities among families, service providers, communities and government.
(902)667-7250

St. John Ambulance

Enables Cumberland County residents to improve their safety, health and quality of life by providing training and community service.
(902)667-5960

SMILE, SHINE and Summer Respite Programs

Provides programs for children with a variety of special needs and/or behaviour challenges between the ages of 3 to 21 years and their families.  these programs promote potential and build a positive view of the future through social and recreational programming in partnership with our community.
(902)667-8244

(902)667-1200

211 Program

211 is an easy to remember phone number and Internet based service, connecting people to non-emergency social programs, community and government services, including basic needs such as shelter, food and support resources and other community and health related programs.

211  or www.ns.211.ca

Cumberland County Transportation Services Society

Cumberland County Transportation Services Society provides sustainable transportation service that is accessible, reliable, affordable and safe for all residents of Cumberland County. Call for Schedule in your area. 667-8149 Toll Free 1-877-305-7433.