Tuesday
March 10
2015

Homelessness Partnering Strategy Funding Announcement

United Way Partnering to Fight Homelessness

HPS Group PIcture

(L to R) Keith Riel, Karen Feeley, Donna Rogers, Dorothy Olver, and Jim Russell.

On March 10, 2015 United Way Peterborough & District along with community and federal partners jointly announced the ongoing funding of the Homelessness Partnering Strategy (HPS) for the City and County of Peterborough.

“What is your vision for our community? Wouldn’t it be wonderful to end homelessness in the City and County of Peterborough?” asked United Way Peterborough & District CEO, Jim Russell.

“We are here today to recognize the federal government’s investment in our community and to announce how the HPS funding will be invested but wouldn’t it be wonderful to have a vision, a dream, and a commitment to end homelessness in Peterborough once and for all?” Russell continued.

“To do so would take a strategic and coordinated response across the private, governmental and non-profits sectors. We need to start asking ourselves what it would take to affirm our desires once and for all.”

“United Way is the arbiter of need in Peterborough facilitating and leading deep discussions about social need. We invest in programs and collaboratives that provide vital services to strengthen Peterborough focussing on supporting vulnerable and low-income populations who are disconnected or at risk of becoming disconnected from mainstream services such as education, employment and community supports,” Russell announced.

“We have been the Community Entity for the HPS funding for the last seven years and are thrilled to be continuing to lead this collaborative effort and look forward to helping to realize a vision for this community that includes everyone having a roof over their heads.” Russell added.

Donna, Jim and Dorothy

“Why can’t we end poverty in Peterborough?” asks United Way Ptbo CEO Jim Russell, shown here with Donna Rogers and Karen Feeley.

Media Coverage

Why can’t we end homelessness?, Peterborough This Week – March 10, 2015

FourCast Funded by United Way of Peterborough, The Peterborough Examiner – March 11, 2015

More photos from the HPS Funding Announcement can be found on our Facebook page: Facebook.com/UnitedWayPtbo

Social Posts

This #ThankfulThursday, we`re sending a huge shoutout to all our Day of Caring sponsors! 📣✨

These incredible businesses are helping make #Peterborough and County a better place to live and we couldn`t be more grateful for their partnership.

➡️ Interested in being part of Day of Caring? Send us a message to dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca to learn how you can get involved!

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This #ThankfulThursday, we're sending a huge shoutout to all our Day of Caring sponsors! 📣✨ These incredible businesses are helping make #Peterborough and County a better place to live and we couldn't be more grateful for their partnership. ➡️ Interested in being part of Day of Caring? Send us a message to dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca to learn how you can get involved!

June is National Indigenous History Month.

We honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples: their histories, cultures, and ongoing leadership.

As a network, we have deepened our engagement by inviting network-wide individual and collective reflection, and we continue to reflect on our commitment to reconciliation.

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Day of Caring is Friday, June 26, and we`re looking for volunteers ready to roll up their sleeves and make a meaningful difference for local agencies across our community.

Will it be a day of hard work? Absolutely.
Will it make a lasting impact for the organizations and people who rely on these agencies every day? Without a doubt. 💯

Volunteer projects include gardening, landscaping, painting, outdoor maintenance, and assisting in an event day of. Whether you`re a seasoned volunteer or looking for a new way to give back, there`s a role for you!

📲 Interested in volunteering? Send us a DM or email dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca to learn more and sign up.

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💌 YOU'RE INVITED! 💌 Day of Caring is Friday, June 26, and we're looking for volunteers ready to roll up their sleeves and make a meaningful difference for local agencies across our community. Will it be a day of hard work? Absolutely. Will it make a lasting impact for the organizations and people who rely on these agencies every day? Without a doubt. 💯 Volunteer projects include gardening, landscaping, painting, outdoor maintenance, and assisting in an event day of. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or looking for a new way to give back, there's a role for you! 📲 Interested in volunteering? Send us a DM or email dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca to learn more and sign up.

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We celebrate diverse expressions of love, queer joy and chosen familiesm, while continuing the work toward equity and safety for all.

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #PrideMonth

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From the Campaign trail to the quiet in-between moments. A look back at a year that’s shaped us. As we step into our 85th year, we’re carrying it all forward ❤️.

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From the Campaign trail to the quiet in-between moments. A look back at a year that’s shaped us. As we step into our 85th year, we’re carrying it all forward ❤️.

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Menstrual health matters and access to products and education should never be a barrier.

Through the Period Promise campaign, United Way Peterborough & District is working to address period poverty in our communities.

On Menstrual Hygiene Day, we call for dignity, access, and inclusion for all.

#MenstrualHygieneDay

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