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This year’s campaign is seeing an unprecedented shortfall in the money raised for investment in our community and UWP is seriously concerned about the people who will require the services of partner agencies. With only weeks left in the campaign, an all-out effort is required so this trend doesn’t result in vulnerable people in our […]

That was a beautiful meal prepared by Peterborough EATS. Thanks to the students, Chef Miguel, and all who came out!

United Way Peterborough & District’s (UWP) commitment to this community’s children and youth continues as CEO, Jim Russell announced a $10,000 investment in the local Food For Kids, School Food Box Program. “Thanks to donors and community partners, this is a tangible example of United Way’s investment in children and youth. In fact, United Way […]

CHEX TV’s Aileen Doyle examines the impact precarious employment is having in our community in part one of a special series: Precarious, insecure jobs are now the new normal – Special Series Part 1

We believe in building a safe, inclusive community for all, which is why United Way Peterborough & District is part of the community task force charged with helping welcome 1,000 Syrian refugees to the Peterborough area. United Way partner agency New Canadians Center will be facilitating the creation of the task force, expected to be […]

In recognition of Women Abuse Prevention Month, Wrapped in Courage invites everyone to purchase a purple Wrapped in Courage scarf in support of local women fleeing abuse. “United Way is committed to lending its voice to important social issues facing our community,” Russell said. “Violence in all its forms is unacceptable and we stand in […]

Friday Nov 13, Peterborough Airport hosted breakfast in support of United Way Peterborough & District. Thank you all those who attended and to Peterborough Airport for putting on this great event!

On Nov 19th the John Howard Society of Peterborough hosted their annual lasagna lunch as part of their UW workplace campaign. Thanks John Howard Society for a delicious meal!

On Oct 28, The Peterborough Public Library was the site of a fierce competition between Miguel Hernandez and his graduates! After a close battle the students emerged victorious. Thanks to Peterborough EATS for using their delicious talent to support their community. All proceeds from the event donated to United Way Peterborough & District and COIN. Media Coverage […]

On Friday, Nov 13 YES Shelter for Youth and Families hosted Soup Stock for United Way. Thank you YES Shelter for the delicious lunch. Media Coverage YES Shelter dishes up Soup Stock benefit for United Way of Peterborough and District, Peterborough Examiner – November 14, 2015 Soupy Sales Benefit United Way, Peterborough Examiner – November 14, […]

Thank you to all who worked hard to make Just Laugh: Peterborough Comedy Festival a success! Complete details here. Media Coverage Just Laugh Comedy Festival aims to crack Peterborough residents up this month, Peterborough This Week – October 8, 2015 Just Laugh, Peterborough’s first comedy festival, debuts Oct. 23, The Peterborough Examiner – October 9, […]

Thank you to all the organizers, volunteers and those who joined us for the MNR Halloween Haunt.