Promotes an equal and diverse society, free of homophobia and discrimination, by encouraging visibility, health, and self-acceptance for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirited and queer youth. Services include education, support, resources, and outreach. With support from United Way, the Peer Project for Youth program provides a safe space for youth to inspire social change, improve skills, build self-esteem and confidence, and reduce feelings of isolation.

170 Scott Street, Wpg., MB
R3L 0L3
Phone: (204) 474-0212
Fax: (204) 478-1160

Email: info[at]rainbowresourcecentre.org
Website: www.rainbowresourcecentre.org/

Offers employment services for people living with a physical disability or health condition. These include career counselling, assistance writing resumes and cover letters, interview skills, job search and job maintenance skills. For employers, REES offers recruitment services, training seminars and consultation, as well as information and resources related to employing people with special needs. United Way supports REES in addressing the employment needs of Aboriginal mature workers, and newcomers living with a disability.

3050-1200 Portage Avenue, Wpg,, MB
R3G 0T5
Phone: (204) 832-7337
Fax: (204) 947-2932
TTY: 947-3480

Email: info[at]re-es.org
Website: http://www.re-es.org/

Supports youth and young adults seeking a way back from life on the streets. RaY's Resource Centre provides basic needs for homeless youth including food, clothing, and housing referrals. RaY also offers prevention workshops, intervention, outreach and advocacy.

Provides a broad range of social, recreational, cultural and educational opportunities for all members of the community. United Way supports the Centre's community development activities, youth leadership programs, single parent family and mental health services, special needs buddy program, as well as programs for older adults and new Canadians.

Offers youth a safe alternative to the streets 365 days a year. United Way supports a range of educational, recreational, cultural and pre-employment activities that empower youth and build their self-esteem. These include crisis intervention and counselling. Through the generosity of a United Way funding partner, an innovative music program nurtures participants' artistic talents and musical skills. A partner in the Winnipeg AssetBuilders Partnership, Rossbrook also offers money management training and matched savings programs that help individuals and families in low-income situations build their assets for long-term stability and financial independence.