United Way Sarnia-Lambton funds 27 local community programs

United Way Sarnia-Lambton announced funding for 27 local community programs for 2026 and reported $78,000 in donor-directed gifts during the campaign.

United Way Sarnia-Lambton announced program funding for 2026 and listed amounts for 27 local community programs. The announcement accompanies the close of the campaign year. Organizers said donors were responsive to community needs. Funding highlights: - The campaign listed funding allocations for 27 local programs across Sarnia-Lambton. - The United Way said the campaign included $78,000 in donor-directed gifts to other registered charities. - Big Brothers Big Sisters 1:1 matching program was listed at $80,000. - Boys and Girls Club out-of-school program was listed at $94,907. - Family Counselling Centre subsidized counselling was listed at $87,000. - YMCA resource houses were listed at $93,600 and Walpole Island First Nation warming shelter at $55,000. Summary: The announced funding covers a range of services, including youth mentoring, out-of-school programs, counselling, shelter support and elder services across the region. United Way representatives praised donors and noted donor-directed gifts were received. Undetermined at this time.