Why United Way Cut Off Big Brothers Big Sisters

April 20, 2026 3:02 pm Published by

Big Brothers Big Sisters of London and Area has received funding from United Way Elgin Middlesex for 50 years.

But, amid economic pressures, the United Way has had to put a stop to the BBBSLA funding – which means the organization needs to chart a new fundraising path.

Interim executive director Lisa McIntosh joined Craig to explain what that may look like and why the work of BBBSLA is so important.

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