United Way Saskatoon is making a 2 point 7 million dollar investment this year to go towards supporting community agencies in 2012.

The announcement was made today (Thurs) at their Annual General Meeting.

Executive Director of the United Way Sheri Benson says a total of 4 point 6 million dollars will be going back into the community, which is the largest ever.

5 new agencies have also been added to the list, including AIDS Saskatoon, Egadz, READ Saskatoon, Saskatoon Housing Coalition, and Community Legal Assistance Services for Saskatoon Inner City.

A total of 18 community service agencies will receive funding from the United Way this year.

[ED Jun 14/12]