Our Community Needs Your Help!
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...
Season’s Eatings
That was a beautiful meal prepared by Peterborough EATS. Thanks to the students, Chef Miguel, and all who came out!...
Investment in Food for Kids
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 Foo...
Precarious Employment in Peterborough
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...
Responding to the Syrian Refugee Crisis
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 t...
Wrapped in Courage
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...
Breakfast at the Airport
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!...
John Howard Society Lasagna Lunch
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!...
Wednesday Market Cook Off!
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 Peterborou...
Local Giving. Local Results.
Local Giving. Local Results. Your support makes everything possible....
Soup Stock!
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 Unite...
Just Laugh: Peterborough Comedy Festival
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 th...

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📬 It’s that time of year again!
We were thrilled to visit @miskinlaw this morning and are proud to announce Miskin Law as the Presenting Sponsor of Day of Caring 2026 with a generous $5,000 contribution. 

Day of Caring brings volunteers and workplaces together to support local agencies and strengthen our community through hands-on impact. Partnerships like this one make it all possible!

Thank you to the whole team at Miskin Law (including Leo🐶) for your leadership, generosity, and commitment to building a stronger Peterborough. We can’t wait to work together for an incredible Day of Caring 2026!
Our office will be closed today, Monday, may 18th and will reopen tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19th! Have a safe and restful  long weekend. 

Need support? Dial 211 to connect with a live agent and find assistance with food, housing, healthcare, employment and more.
🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Today we stand for love, dignity, and inclusion.
 
Everyone deserves to live authentically and without fear.

United Way Peterborough & District remains committed to fostering inclusion, advancing equity, and supporting initiatives that uplift 2SLGBTQI+ communities across our region.
 
#IDAHOBIT
Last week, nearly 60 community members came together at our Solutions Summit to share ideas, build connections, and help shape the future of Reconciliation, Equity, Accessibility, Diversity, and Inclusion (READI) work across Peterborough City & County. 

The conversations were thoughtful, honest, and inspiring, and we know there are still more voices to hear.

We’re now inviting the broader community to help inform how up to $300,000 through our new Priority Issues Fund will be invested over the next 18 months.
Whether you attended the Summit or not, we want your insight.

📝 Complete the Priority Issues Fund Survey before Tuesday, May 19 at 10:00 a.m. and help shape this work moving forward.

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Thank you to everyone who has already contributed their time, perspectives, and lived experience to this process. We’re excited to continue learning, evolving, and building this work, together!
Happy Mother’s Day 💖
 
To every mom and mother figure — your love and care make our communities brighter.
Do you have an idea to make your community better? 

This is your chance to bring it to life.💥 Apply to the Neighbourhood Fund for the chance to receive a small grant and turn your project into something real.

Every big change starts small and it could all start with you!

🔗 Apply today at uwpeterborough.ca 
🗓️ Deadline: Wednesday, May 27 at noon
May is Leave a Legacy Month in Canada. It’s about more than a gift, it’s about the future you believe in.

A future where everyone in our community has the support they need to thrive.

Planned giving is a way to carry your values forward and make a difference for generations to come. 

Learn more by visiting our website www.uwpeterborough.ca
Today we honour and remember missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people.
 
We listen.
We learn.
We reflect.
We act.
 
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#MMIWG2S
✨ Your mental health matters.
 
This #MentalHealthWeek, let’s nurture our minds and create space for honest conversations.
 
Need support? Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca to get connected. 💚
 
You’re not alone.
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