United Way of Calgary and Area
Heather Hayes is a seasoned professional in social work and community impact, currently serving as a Community Impact Strategist at the United Way of Calgary and Area since April 2021. Previously, as the Family Resource Network Coordinator for the Town of Cochrane, Alberta, from August 2020 to April 2021, Heather oversaw programs aimed at enhancing family resiliency and wellbeing. Heather's experience includes roles as a Youth Transitions to Adulthood System Connector with Calgary and Area Regional Collaborative Service Delivery and as a Program Supervisor and FASD Coordinator at Enviros WSA. Early career roles included managing social assistance cases for the Government of Saskatchewan and providing crisis support at Southwest Crisis Services. Heather holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the University of Regina, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of Saskatchewan.
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.