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Thanks to almost 75 years of dedicated community support, United Way Peterborough & District has a proud history of working with partner agencies to transform our community. In May 2014, we approved a strategic shift to our corporate membership structure. This new membership structure guarantees equal representation from stakeholders and ensure compliance with upcoming legislative […]

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? Nominate them for the Scholfield Award of Community Distinction! If you know a deserving recipient, please complete the Scholfield Award Nomination […]

CEO Jim Russell announced United Way will be part of a 6-person contingent attending the national Poverty Reduction Summit in Ottawa next week. The collaborative is being funded by the City and Peterborough Poverty Reduction Network. “It’s important to understand poverty is an issue for all of us and we need to work cross-sectorially,” says […]

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!