We are coming together to celebrate our community!
For the first time in four years United Way is excited to come together to celebrate the conclusion of our 2023/24 campaign season and honour the caring individuals, engaged organizations, and committed non-profits who worked tirelessly to foster our essential network of local supports in PTBO City and County in the past year.
Ticket sales and sponsorships are now available for this fun event. Click the photo to purchase. Contact Anne Ondercin aondercin@uwpeterborough.ca for more information!
April 11th, 2024 4:30PM - November 22nd, 2025 6:30PM
✨🍔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
Today is #NationalChildDay.
United Way Peterborough & District provides children and youth with the support they need to thrive, succeed in school, and reach their full potential.
To learn more about our work in this area, visit the "Our Research" link in bio.
🎟️ The November 50/50 post is live and growing! The next of our monthly draws takes place on Black Friday - November 28.
Secure your tickets today at the link in our bio for your chance to win big, give back and change lives ❤️.
*Must be 18 or older to purchase tickets. Ontario residents only.
United Way Peterborough & Distirct has been running Coats for Community for many years, and every year our community shows up with generosity and heart ❤️.
For the past two years, this program has been run in collaboration with our friends @path_ptbo (Peterborough Action for Tiny Homes).
This video shares a glimpse into how this long-standing program has evolved over the years.
If you’re able, we’re encouraging community members to donate warm winter items to support our neighbours facing the cold months ahead. Blankets, and men’s coats size L - XL are urgently needed at the moment, but every donation helps.
📍Drop off: 385 Lansdowne St E
🗓️ When: Wednesday (10-3) and Saturdays (9-3)
#CoatsForCommunity #buildingcommunity #UnitedWayPTBO #peterborough
Black Friday sales are popping up left and right, but the best deal of all isn’t in a catalog it’s right here: United Way Peterborough & District’s 50/50 draw! 🎟️ ✨
All month long, you can purchase your tickets, and not only will you be entered for a chance to win big, but you’ll also be giving back to your local community. Proceeds from ticket sales are invested directly into Peterborough and the surrounding areas through the work of our 20 local partner agencies. These agencies address a range of needs, including homelessness, domestic violence, mental health, unemployment, addiction, and more.
Buy your tickets today using the link in our bio and discover the joy of giving back! 💫
*Winner announced November 28th*
The 2025 #LivingWage for Peterborough and the Kawarthas is $22.20/ hour.
This is what it takes the cover the basic cost of living in our community - essentials such as housing, food, transportation, and childcare.
These figures are based on @onlivingwage 2025 calculated living wage. The United Way Peterborough and District is proud to fund and partner with the Ontario Living Wage Network to champion decent work and fair wages in our region.
A living wage is not a luxury - it’s the minimum required to living with stability and dignity in our area. It’s what it takes to make ends meet.
To learn more, visit ontariolivingwage.ca/documentation
#LivingWageWeek2025 #LivingWage
Paul wants 🫵YOU🫵 to have the opportunity to win big, give back and change lives through our monthly 50/50 draws!
Visit the link in our bio to secure your tickets.
Next draw takes place Friday, November 28!
*Ontario residents only. Must be 18 or older to purchase tickets*
#UnitedWayPTBO #buildingcommunity #peterborough #5050
On November 11, we remember.
From all of us at United Way Peterborough & District, we express our deepest gratitude to the brave individuals who served with courage and dedication.
Today, we honour and salute all Veterans as we work towards a brighter future together.
For help and support, dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca
❄️ Our first snowfall has arrived, and so has Coats for Community 🧥
We have once again partnered with @path_ptbo to ensure our neighbours stay warm this winter.
📍 Drop-off location: 385 Lansdowne St. E
🗓️ Wednesdays (10-3) and Saturdays (9-3)
We’re collecting (and in urgent need of) BLANKETS, coats, snow pants, sweaters, socks, underwear, gloves, towels, sleeping bags, hand warmers, and more!
❤️ If you’re able to donate, please ensure all items are clean and in good condition.
#CoatsForCommunity
👉 There’s more than one way to make a difference! Paul’s got options, and so do you❤️. Learn more about how you can contribute to your 2025-26 Community Campaign on our website [link in bio].
🎉A big Congratulations to Lorell S of Peterborough, our very first United Way Peterborough & District 50/50 winner, who took home $1,172.50!
🎟️Every ticket sold helps fund local programs that provide food, shelter and support for people right here in Peterborough.
The November 50/50 draw is now live! Visit the link in our bio today for your chance to win big, give back and change lives, just like Lorell did❤️
#BuildingCommunity #UnitedWayPTBO #5050
🍔🔥 It’s here: the first-ever @unitedwayptbo Ultimate Burger Battle begins TODAY!🔥🍔
All month long, 8 INCREDIBLE local restaurants across Peterborough and the County are facing off to be crowned the Ultimate Burger Battle champion👑! Each spot has crafted their own one-of-a-kind burger with big flavour and bigger IMPACT. From spicy stacks to fish patties and a burger beef wellington, they’re all battling it out for a cause.
👉 How it works:
🍔 Try as many Ultimate Burgers as you can between November 1-30,
💸 $2 from every burger sold support our work building a stronger, more caring community,
❤️ Feel good knowing every bite gives back!
Head over to our website using the link in our bio to 🗳️VOTE🗳️ for your People’s Choice Ultimate Burger and to learn more about these delicious creations and our 8 Burger Ambassadors who will be tasting along with you all month long.
Thank you to these amazing restaurants for cooking up creativity and community spirit all month long! Let’s make this a November to remember - every bite gives back❤️.
#UWPUBB #UltimateBurgerBattle
