After more than a decade of dedicated leadership, we are sharing the news that our CEO, Jim Russell, will retire in July 2026.
Since joining United Way Peterborough & District in 2011, Jim has been a steady and passionate force for community change, leading more than $36 million in revenue generation and championing critical work to address poverty, homelessness, and income inequality across our region.
Under Jim’s leadership, United Way Peterborough and District has strengthened its role as a trusted community partner through impactful research, including Housing is Fundamental, multiple Point-in-Time Counts, and The Gap reports on income adequacy and living wages.
Jim’s commitment to Peterborough & District, and to building a more equitable, resilient community, has left a lasting mark. We are deeply grateful for his leadership and look forward to celebrating his legacy over the coming months.
Please join us in congratulating Jim on his incredible contributions to our community!
🎄✨Festive sweaters described in one word only!
We brought the holiday spirit in support of our @unitedwayptbo workplace campaign!
Which one’s your favourite? 🤨
#UnitedWayPTBO #BuildingCommunity
As the holidays approach, we wanted to share a quick update on our office hours.
Our office will be closing early on Wednesday and Thursday of this week as we celebrate the season with our staff, board and committees. We will then be closed beginning at noon on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) through January 5, returning to regular office hours in the new year.
If you or someone you know needs support during this time, please remember that help is available by calling 211, 24/7.
Wishing you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season. 🎄✨
Looking for food support this holiday season?
Please visit the City of Peterborough website for information on food banks and free meals.
peterborough.ca/foodcalendar
Last-minute shoppers, we’ve got you covered! 🎄
Check out our holiday gift guide for one of a kind ideas.
🎶 For the music lover on your list:
Give the gift of live music with 2 tickets to Peterborough Performs on February 26. Featuring fourteen local artists performing all styles of music from eclectic pop to acoustic folk. Grab your tickets at showplace.org
🎟️ 50/50 Tickets = the gift that could win big!
You can now purchase 50/50 tickets as gifts, giving everyone on your list a chance to win while supporting our community at the same time. Enter today using the link in our bio.
🍴 For the foodie:
Looking for something deliciously different? Check out the John Howard Society`s Holiday Cookbook, packed with tasty recipes to try out this winter. Email cburkholder@jhsptbo.com to get your copy.
❤️ Not sure what to choose?
Make a donation in a loved one’s name and spread the joy even further. United Way Peterborough & District supports 20 local partner agencies, so your gift makes an impact across Peterborough and County.
What are your go-to holiday gift ideas? Comment below! 👇🎁
❤️We ended @unitedwayptbo Spirit Week on a cozy note with our second annual #PJDayForUnitedWay
Big smiles, big heart - and one team member (👋hi, Joy!) reminding us that participation was not in the fine print of her contract. And yet, she shows up anyways!
👏Now that’s team spirit!
❤️It’s Thank You Thursday!❤️
Thank you to the whole team at J & M Automotive who welcomed us into their shop to present a generous gift to @unitedwayptbo
We also want to thank @darcybonner2829 Campaign Cabinet member, for helping build these strong community connections.
We’re so grateful for local businesses who step up for our community! Remember that every dollar raised here, stays here supporting our 20 outstanding partner agencies.
❄️Even with the snow coming down outside, our spirit week continues strong with Statement Sock Day!
🧦Bold statements, adorable animals, throwback characters - the team brought it all.
❤️Proud of this team for finding joy, colour and community no matter the weather!
Consider this your official invitation to United Way`s PJ Day! 🎉🛏️
Feeling the winter chill? Warm up with us this Friday, December 12th and get cozy in support of United Way Peterborough & District’s annual campaign.
To participate, simply donate $5 and enjoy rocking your fuzziest slippers, comfiest PJs, or favourite track pants all day long. You can event invite your coworkers and make it a workplace PJ party!
When you donate to the United Way, every dollar you give supports 20 local partner agencies doing vital work right here in Peterborough & County.
Ready to get cozy for a cause?
👉 Visit the link in our bio to take part!
❤️ @unitedwayptbo Spirit Week continues!
👯Today we celebrated Twin Day, complete with family-style photos and some friendly competition!
❤️The UWP staff team may not share DNA, but we certainly share a commitment to building community and changing lives (and coordination skills)!
🤫P.S. … can you spy the little Jim heads?
☕️We kicked off our @unitedwayptbo Staff Spirit Week with a cozy hot chocolate bar at our all-staff meeting!
❤️Even though our team gives in many ways year-round, Spirit Week is a chance to come together, have some fun, and show what workplace campaigns can look like across our community!
😊Cheers to Jim for starting us off with a smile. Stay tuned to see what the rest of Spirit Week brings!
❄️ TODAY (Dec. 6) - Public pickup day for neighbours in need of coats and other warm gear, too!
📍10AM - 3PM at @path_ptbo 385 Lansdowne Street East.
🗓️ Can’t make it today? Public pickup days take place the first Saturday of every month, from now until April.
📞Questions? Call (705)775-7284
