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World Homeless Day 2016

October 10th, 2016

In recognition of World Homeless Day, here is a re-post of our Point in Time Homeless Count from March 2016. For 75 years our singular priority as United Way of Peterborough & District has been to ask ourselves: what does our community need and how we collectively respond to those challenges with conviction and hope? […]

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Push for Change Event: Soup and Speaker on Youth Homelessness

October 8th, 2016

Joe Roberts, a former homeless youth is pushing a shopping cart across Canada to raise awareness and funds to prevent youth homelessness and will be in Peterborough on October 16th to share his story. Register now with YES Shelter for Youth and Families to listen to his inspiration and and enjoy a soup lunch at […]

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Coats for Kids & Grown-ups Too 2016

September 30th, 2016

Coats for Kids & Grown-ups Too information is now available.  Click on links for details: Coats for Kids – Collection Coats for Kids – Distribution

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75th Campaign Launch

September 22nd, 2016

75th Anniversary United Way Campaign Launches PETERBOROUGH, ON –There was a festive, carnival mood at the Evinrude Centre this morning as United Way Peterborough and District launched its 75th Community Campaign. Over 250 people were entertained by a 24 piece swing band generously provided by New Horizons. United Way Partner Agencies were on hand and […]

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You’re invited to our 74th AGM

August 2nd, 2016

Thursday August 25, 2016 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm   The Mount Community Centre Chapel 1545 Monaghan Road, Peterborough Bylaw changes will be presented for approval by the membership.

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We are hiring: Labour Programs and Services Development Officer

July 26th, 2016

Position Title: Labour Programs and Services Development Officer Reports to: Director, Philanthropic Impact, President Peterborough & District Labour Council & the Canadian Labour Congress Representative Position Summary: The United Way operates as an open, dynamic, high functioning team that values resourcefulness, creativity, and integrity. Our goal is to mobilize resources to build a stronger community. The […]

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Nominations now open for Scholfield Award of Community Distinction

July 21st, 2016

Do you know an individual or organization who should be recognized for their outstanding volunteer contributions? Someone who inspires people to come together to make a lasting difference in the City and County of Peterborough? United Way Peterborough & District is inviting nominations for the Scholfield Award of Community Distinction. “In recognition of our 75th […]

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