2017 Campaign Chair Announcement

2017 Campaign Chair Announcement

2017 Campaign Chair Announcement

Jim Russell, CEO United Way Peterborough & District announced today at the United Way office on Stewart Street that local social media maverick and entrepreneur, Neil Morton would Chair the 2017 Community Campaign.

Russell made the announcement saying, “Neil’s leadership style, social media expertise, deep roots in the community, and entrepreneurial spirit are widely known and highly valued.”

Neil is the son of David Morton former head of Quaker in Peterborough. Having moved to Peterborough at a young age, Neil developed a profound love for the community. He attended Adam Scott and graduated from Trent with an honours degree in history and English.

He moved to Toronto to study journalism at Ryerson University and for 18 years worked as Magazine/Digital editor for multiple publishing companies before returning to Peterborough with his family, as part of a lifestyle choice.

Mr. Morton is Co-Founder of the digital media company PTBOCanada.com and Co-Founder of the boutique social advertising agency StudioPTBO.com. He sits on the board of the Peterborough Chamber, is an expert-in-residence on social media/branding at the Innovation Cluster, and is a Founding Member of the grassroots entrepreneurial organization Startup Peterborough (local chapter of Startup Canada). Morton does regular public speaking on branding, social media, marketing and positivity.  Morton resides in Peterborough with his wife, Christi, and teenage daughters, Avery & Chloe. He loves Peterborough & plaid.

“The Campaign will launch this year on Sept 19th, and I am in the midst of putting the final touches on this year’s Campaign Cabinet. In fact I am happy to announce this morning that Robert Gauvreau has agreed to be vice chair for the campaign. I will be looking to round out the team with eager, Peterborough loving champions!”

For more information, please contact;

Jim Russell, CEO

United Way Peterborough & District

T: 705-742-8839

E: jrussell@uwpeterborough.ca

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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
❤️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!
☕️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. 

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