Thank you to our generous sponsor Cogeco for their donation of $2500 for Coats For Community. This year, we are grateful for PATH’s support towards collecting and distributing coats.
Read the full article in the Peterborough Examiner: United Way and PATH team-up collecting Coats for Community
Photo Credit: Clifford Skarstedt
Happy 70th anniversary to all of our friends celebrating the Peterborough & District Labour Council๐ฅณ.
We are so grateful for all that you do for our communities, and canโt wait to celebrate this momentous occasion alongside you, tonight.
Hereโs to another 70 years of a thriving organized labour community here in Peterborough!
Small Investment, BIG Impact. ๐
The Neighbourhood Fund supports local, volunteer-led projects that help make Peterborough communities better.
Get to know your neighbours, give back to your community, and have fun!
๐ Apply using the link in our bio
๐๏ธ Deadline: Wednesday, May 27 at noon
Reaching Home: Indigenous Initiatives Applications Are Now Open! ๐ฃ
United Way Peterborough & District is excited to announce new, targeted funding opportunities through Reaching Home for Indigenous initiatives.
๐ Learn more and apply when you visit the link in our bio.
โ Applications close May 11, 2026.
๐ฑGarden Boxes are back, and theyโre going fast๐ฑ
These beauties are made by local volunteers! Hand-crafted, solid wood garden boxes are available in two sizes:
โข Medium 4 ft box โ $45
โข Large 6 ft box โ $65
Built by community, for community, with proceeds supporting programs and services right here across Peterborough City and County.
A very special thank you to our friends @chemonghhbc for generously providing the materials to make this project possible.
Spring has already sprung, and quantities are limited, so if youโve been thinking about growing your own veggies, herbs, or flowers this season, nowโs the time to jump in!
๐ Reserve yours today by emailing: dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca, or send us a DM for further details!
@timhortons Smile Cookies in support of our friends @ptbo_humane_society and @5countieskids at the office today!
Enjoy a cookie (and a smile๐) today through May 3 at participating Tim Hortons locations in Peterborough, Lakefield, Bridgenorth and Curve Lake to benefit these two amazing organizations that work hard to support our community!
Be the person youโd recognize anywhere โค๏ธ.
๐ Visit the link in our bio to explore ways you can get involved with our work! From volunteering to funding opportunities.
Donโt worry, Jim & Rhonda! Weโre holding it down over here!
๐๐ A healthy planet supports healthy communities.
Climate change impacts us all โ but the most vulnerable feel it first and hardest.
This #EarthDay, letโs take action for people and the planet.
How are you making a difference today? ๐ฑ
Learn more about the Neighbourhood Fund at the link in our bio ๐๐ก
๐ Volunteers bring communities to life!
From lending a helping hand to leading initiatives, volunteers make lasting change possible.
This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we celebrate YOU โ the people who make our communities stronger every day.
Drop a โค๏ธ if youโve ever volunteered!
Do YOU want to make a difference in your community? ๐๏ธ
๐ Apply for our Neighbourhood Fund Grant today!
United Way Peterborough & District`s Neighbourhood Fund offers small, one time grants to help groups of people in the City and County of Peterborough bring their community ideas to life. Whether youโre planning something with neighbours or working on a local project, this fund is here to support you. Itโs all about helping people connect, get involved, and make their community a better place together.
๐ Get started via the link in our bio
๐๏ธ Deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 27 at noon
Looking for an impactful volunteer role in our community?
Weโre looking for volunteers to join our Finance, Community Impact, and READI Committees ๐
From helping guide funding decisions to strengthening equity and inclusion, thereโs a place for your voice at our table.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online [link in bio] by April 30!
Keep an eye on our website for more volunteer opportunities ๐
