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EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 23 MIN

Why United Way cut off Big Brothers Big Sisters

from The Craig Needles Podcast · host Blackburn Media

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. The Craig Needles Podcast is powered by London Hydro - with support from Downtown London and the Covent Garden Market. Click here to purchase a ticket for the 2026 Big Bash. Follow Craig on Twitter/X, Bluesky and Facebook.

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. The Craig Needles Podcast is powered by London Hydro - with support from Downtown London and the Covent Garden Market. Click here to purchase a ticket for the 2026 Big Bash. Follow Craig on Twitter/X, Bluesky and Facebook.

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