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We are thrilled to welcome David Martin, Partner at ISL Insurance, as our 2015 Campaign Chair. United Way Peterborough & District CEO Jim Russell made the announcement today saying, “David has been a sought after community leader for many years in Peterborough. He approaches all tasks with a focus and determination which inspires. He was […]

If you are between the ages of 14 and 19 and looking for a way to help with issues facing youth in our community, join our Youth Advisory Committee (YAC). Get connected to your community while building awareness about relevant issues, gaining friends, building confidence, and fulfilling your volunteer hours. When you join the committee […]

A big ‘Thank You’ goes out to Trent University for their hard work in raising $70 000 for United Way! The staff and faculty held the annual BBQ Oct 1 2014 which kicked off their campaign. New this year was a student-led pancake breakfast fundraiser. Everyone’s efforts and contributions helped Trent reach their 2014 campaign goal! […]

Thanks to you the 18th Annual SoupFest to support Peterborough Social Planning Council and United Way Peterborough & District was a tasty success. More than a dozen local businesses donated soups, bread, coffee, and treats for the event.  Media Coverage Twelve restaurants ladle up soup for Peterborough Social Planning Council’s SoupFest, Peterborough Examiner – April […]

United Way Peterborough & District’s (UWP) commitment to this community’s youth continues. On March 23, United Way Board of Directors approved the distribution of $1,650 through the 2015 Youth Grant Program. Thanks to donors and community partners, for the past 10 years UWP has provided funding up to $500 (to a maximum of $2,000 annually) […]

We heart our volunteers and need a few more! If you have general office skills and a few hours a week please consider joining our team!

Peterborough Yoga Festival Thank you for all who attended the First Peterborough Yoga Festival! What a beautiful day filled with peace and  harmony! Media Coverage About 200 people attended Yoga festival at Del Crary Park, Peterborough Examiner – June 22, 2015 Celebrating harmony and peace while helping community, Kawartha Now – June 16, 2015 Stretch […]

United Way Partnering to Fight Homelessness On March 10, 2015 United Way Peterborough & District along with community and federal partners jointly announced the ongoing funding of the Homelessness Partnering Strategy (HPS) for the City and County of Peterborough. “What is your vision for our community? Wouldn’t it be wonderful to end homelessness in the […]

Thank you! Thank you to our donors, volunteers, workplaces, media and partner member agencies who contributed to the success of the 2014 campaign! We couldn’t do it without you!

From leadership training to marketing techniques, learn how to build strong organizations and develop leadership skills through professional development opportunities tailored to meet the unique needs of the non-profit sector. United Way is committed to working with all local non-profit agencies to enhance the capacity of the sector through training and organizational development. We work with […]

Your help is needed now. Together, with our partner member agencies and generous donors like you, we’ll move people from Poverty to a life full of Possibility. Working shoulder-to-shoulder, we will build Healthy and Strong Communities. We can improve living conditions and the prospects for employment. We can give people access to opportunity, education and […]

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