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May 30

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real difference in our community? Our Day of Caring is back, and we’re looking for volunteer teams to help bring meaningful projects to life for local nonprofits.

🗓️Date: June 20, 2025
📍Location: Projects across the Peterborough community
👥Who: Workplace teams, community groups, friends & families — all are welcome!

Whether you’re painting, gardening, building, or organizing, your team’s time and energy will help local organizations focus on what they do best: serving our community.

Ready to get involved? Email us at dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca or visit the link in our bio!

May 30

Don't forget to put the final touches on your Neighbourhood Fund proposals this weekend!

Deadline: Monday June 2 (before midnight)

Full Details: [Link in bio]

May 30

Holy airball…
Day Of Caring is more than a feel-good moment. It’s a community wide volunteer-blitz where amazing local workplaces roll up their sleeves to make a real difference at non-profit organizations across Peterborough.
Whether is painting, planting, building or packing you’re sure to be a part of something bigger.
Day of Caring 2025 is Friday, June. 20! Visit the link in our bio for more information.
#HolyAirBall #DayOfCaring

May 28

Menstruation is a natural part of life, yet the subject is still taboo for so many.

On this Menstrual Hygiene Day, we want to highlight the importance of equitable access to menstrual products and to break the stigma around menstruation.

Your menstrual health matters. Let’s break the taboo and create an inclusive supportive community.

#MenstrualHygieneDay

May 27

The team had a great time at the @uwccanada #UWCUniteAndIgnite 2025 conference! We are excited to bring what we learned and discussed with other members of the movement back to serve Peterborough and District!

May 23

The United Way Peterborough & District team will be away from the office May 26–27 as we attend a United Way conference focused on learning, collaboration, and new ways to better serve our community.

We will be back on Wednesday, May 28!

May 21

Big news! United Way Peterborough and District is thrilled to welcome longtime community champion Paul Rellinger as Chair of our 2025 Campaign Cabinet!🎉

A passionate community advocate, seasoned journalist, and the heart behind Peterborough Performs, Paul brings deep purpose to this year’s campaign.

With Paul leading the way, we’re ready to ignite, bold, impactful change across the city and county of Peterborough. The work ahead is important — and it’s just getting started!

May 20

Save the Date! We are excited to announce that Day of Caring 2025 is taking place on Friday, June 20! 🛠️💪

This annual event connects local volunteers with nonprofit organizations across Peterborough & County to complete meaningful, hands-on project. These initiatives not only foster a sense of community and collaboration, but also significantly enhance the capacity of these nonprofit groups to fulfill their missions and better our community, all in a single day!

Keep an eye out for further details and updates!

May 19

Have you heard about our Neighbourhood Fund?

We provide small, one-time grants of $500 - $5000 to support informal groups of individuals that are working together to improve their community within the City and County of Peterborough.

Submit your applications by Monday June 2.

Learn more, and start writing your proposal now: [Link in bio]

May 17

Today marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia.

Let's stand united in our commitment to supporting LGBTQ2S+ rights and creating a society that embraces diversity, safety, and inclusivity for all.

United Way Peterborough & District celebrates the diverse individuals who shape our communities and is committed to working with LGBTQ2S+ communities to ensure their safety and well-being.

#InternationalDayAgainstHomophobiaBiphobiaAndTransphobia2025

May 16

🎉 Happy Victoria Day Weekend!
Please note our office will be closed on Monday, May 19 and will reopen on Tuesday, May 20 at 9:00 AM.
We wish you a safe and relaxing holiday!

May 14

Do you have an idea that would bring people in our community together?

Our Neighbourhood Fund provides small, one-time grants of $500 - $5000 to support informal groups of individuals that are working together to improve their community within the City and County of Peterborough.

Make your pitch by Monday June 2!

Learn more, and start writing your proposal now: [Link in bio]

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