Tuesday
June 25
2019

Announcing: #LocalLove Showcase of UWP Neighbourhood Fund!

Media Release:

Last night, at their Annual General Meeting, United Way Peterborough & District (UWP) provided a showcase of Local Love as they profiled several of their Neighbourhood Funded programs and initiatives from 2018 and announced the 2019 recipients.

The Neighbourhood Fund provides small, one-time grants to support groups of individuals that are working together to improve their neighbourhood, defined as a physical place or a connection of people, within the City and County of Peterborough.

United Way Neighbourhood Funding is used to enhance resident engagement and leadership while offering valuable opportunities for residents to get to know their neighbours and engage in their community.

In its second year, the Neighbourhood Fund initiative distributed $20,000 in grants ranging from $500-$5,000.

Jim Russell, UWP CEO acknowledged the generosity of an anonymous community member whose donation funded the 2019 projects, “We are so lucky to have a donor come forward and support the idea of small micro grants to neighbourhood initiatives. We know that a little money can leverage a lot of goodwill and capacity.”

2018 Neighbourhood Fund Projects

Sacred Fire
Neighbours Fighting Poverty
McDonnel Street Neighbours
Wild Eats
The River Magazine
Men Supporting Men
Youth Advisory Committee (PYS)
Warming Room
Summer Street Festival
Creating Space
Carol’s Place

2018 Labour Project

Peterborough Precarious Employment Research Initiative (PERI)

2019 Neighbourhood Fund Projects

Communication Displays at Riverview Park and Zoo
Neighbourhood Discovery Mural
Garden Stewardship Program
INSPIRE: Women’s Portrait Project
Peterborough Folk Festival
The River Magazine
One Roof Community Centre Finances and ID Hub

2019 Labour Project

Peterborough Precarious Employment Research Initiative (PERI)

Click here for more information about our Neighbourhood Fund, including a brief description of all recipients, please click here

Videos of each project who were at our AGM can be found on our YouTube Channel. Click here for full playlist.

Social Posts

📸 Whoever gets caught on camera…. Has to promo the December 50/50!

❤️ When you buy United Way Peterborough & District 50/50 tickets, no one loses. In fact, there’s always two winners: you and your community.

💸 Congratulations to our November winner, J. Million of Peterborough on taking home $877.50!

🔗 Tickets for the December draw are live! Find out more at the link in our bio.

*Must be 18 years or older to purchase 50/50 tickets. Ontario residents only.

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📸 Whoever gets caught on camera…. Has to promo the December 50/50! ❤️ When you buy United Way Peterborough & District 50/50 tickets, no one loses. In fact, there’s always two winners: you and your community. 💸 Congratulations to our November winner, J. Million of Peterborough on taking home $877.50! 🔗 Tickets for the December draw are live! Find out more at the link in our bio. *Must be 18 years or older to purchase 50/50 tickets. Ontario residents only.

❤️ Today is the day - #GivingTuesday 2025!

💡Did you know that thanks to a generous anonymous donor, all new donations will be matched 100%, and any donor who increases their gift by 10% or more will have that increase matched as well.

✨ That means not only will your gift strengthen our community’s social safety net by championing our research efforts and sustaining the work of our 20 partner agencies, but your impact can be DOUBLED‼️

🔗 To learn more about the work of UWP, and explore ways you can give, visit the link in our bio!

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❤️ Today is the day - #GivingTuesday 2025! 💡Did you know that thanks to a generous anonymous donor, all new donations will be matched 100%, and any donor who increases their gift by 10% or more will have that increase matched as well. ✨ That means not only will your gift strengthen our community’s social safety net by championing our research efforts and sustaining the work of our 20 partner agencies, but your impact can be DOUBLED‼️ 🔗 To learn more about the work of UWP, and explore ways you can give, visit the link in our bio!

It’s with a profound sadness that United Way Peterborough and District, staff, Board of Directors, and Campaign Cabinet remember and celebrate the life and legacy of Ann Farquharson.

Ann was a dedicated member of our Campaign Cabinet - a community builder with admirable determination. Her legacy spans decades of dedicated civic leadership, and her impact is woven into every corner of our community. We will miss Ann’s voice in our community, and around our tables.

To her family, many friends, and colleagues: we offer our deepest condolences. To our United Way community: we pledge to honour her memory by continuing the work that she so believed in.

Thank you, Ann.

Photo courtesy of: @jordanlyallphotography

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It’s with a profound sadness that United Way Peterborough and District, staff, Board of Directors, and Campaign Cabinet remember and celebrate the life and legacy of Ann Farquharson. Ann was a dedicated member of our Campaign Cabinet - a community builder with admirable determination. Her legacy spans decades of dedicated civic leadership, and her impact is woven into every corner of our community. We will miss Ann’s voice in our community, and around our tables. To her family, many friends, and colleagues: we offer our deepest condolences. To our United Way community: we pledge to honour her memory by continuing the work that she so believed in. Thank you, Ann. Photo courtesy of: @jordanlyallphotography

On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we stand united against gender-based violence.
Let`s raise awareness, support those who have experienced violence or are struggling and work towards a future free from violence.
If you or someone you know needs help, dial 2-1-1 for support and services.

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On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we stand united against gender-based violence. Let's raise awareness, support those who have experienced violence or are struggling and work towards a future free from violence. If you or someone you know needs help, dial 2-1-1 for support and services.

✨🍔There’s still PLENTY of time left in the search for Peterborough & Districts Ultimate Burger of the Year!🍔✨

Peterborough and County - your mission this weekend is simple: get out, try an ultimate burger (or two or three), and head to the 🔗 link in our bio to cast a 🗳️vote for your favourite!

A huge shout out to our incredible participating restaurants for bringing the heat all month long🔥: @agavebyimperial @thevine_ptbo @thedirtyburgercompany @therinktapandgrill @theloonlakefield @chemonglodge @doubledz_s @pizzavillabridgenorth

And a massive thank you to our Burger Ambassadors for taste-testing, cheering loudly, and keeping the friendly competition alive all month long! @ptboeaters @dangotoole @neildmorton @_thetiffanyshow @nourm_ @petedalliday77 @artofwilkins @rellyelton

PLUS - big gratitude to our media and community partners @kawarthanowcommunity and @corus_entertainment for helping spread the love and the flavour ❤️

📍Every Ultiamte Burger sold donated $2 back to United Way Peterborough & District, supporting programs that build community and change lives
🗳️ Cast your people’s choice vote at the link in our bio!

#UWPUBB #UltimateBurgerBattle

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✨🍔There’s still PLENTY of time left in the search for Peterborough & Districts Ultimate Burger of the Year!🍔✨ Peterborough and County - your mission this weekend is simple: get out, try an ultimate burger (or two or three), and head to the 🔗 link in our bio to cast a 🗳️vote for your favourite! A huge shout out to our incredible participating restaurants for bringing the heat all month long🔥: @agavebyimperial @thevine_ptbo @thedirtyburgercompany @therinktapandgrill @theloonlakefield @chemonglodge @doubledz_s @pizzavillabridgenorth And a massive thank you to our Burger Ambassadors for taste-testing, cheering loudly, and keeping the friendly competition alive all month long! @ptboeaters @dangotoole @neildmorton @_thetiffanyshow @nourm_ @petedalliday77 @artofwilkins @rellyelton PLUS - big gratitude to our media and community partners @kawarthanowcommunity and @corus_entertainment for helping spread the love and the flavour ❤️ 📍Every Ultiamte Burger sold donated $2 back to United Way Peterborough & District, supporting programs that build community and change lives 🗳️ Cast your people’s choice vote at the link in our bio! #UWPUBB #UltimateBurgerBattle
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