2015 Youth Grants
United Way Youth Grants provide funding up to $500 for Youth Projects in our community. To apply for a United Way Youth Grant, complete and submit the Youth Grant Application to volunteer@uwpeterborou...
Happy Holidays!
This holiday season give the gift of possibility. Make a donation to UWP in a loved one’s name and help someone in our community. We make it simple and are happy to provide a special card. Call ...
Your donations help others…the tax savings help you!
If you’re making year-end tax decisions, December 31st is the deadline to make your gift to receive a charitable tax receipt for 2014. 2014 Charitable Tax Credits The Facts: Your charitable tax ...
United Way Campaign Hits $1 Million Milestone
We are thrilled to announce this year’s campaign total raised to date went over $1 million mark with a workplace campaign by RF Downey elementary school. “We are really happy to announce this mile...
VIDEO: The Gap. Change Starts Here.
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Your generosity is at the very heart of change in our community!
By now, you will have received a letter from us in your mailbox. To save costs, this letter was sent unaddressed through Canada Post to all households in Peterborough with hopes of attracting new dono...
2014 Coats for Kids & Grown-Ups Distribution
Distribution Dates & Locations: **New Location** Peterborough Square – Lower Level Entry is from the lower level doors off Charlotte St near Princess Gardens. Friday, October 24th 2014: 4:00pm t...
Community Campaign Launch
Media Coverage: Peterborough Examiner: United Way aims for $2.28 million CHEX Newswatch: United Way Launches 2014 Campaign Magic 96.7: City Launching United Way Campaign Peterborough This Week: Peterb...
You Spoke. We Listened.
“You spoke. We listened. We asked the community…if United Way were to start from scratch where should we best invest donor dollars for the most impact. And the community has spoken,” says United...
Youth Grants
United Way Youth Grants provide funding up to $500 for Youth Projects in our community. Grant application & funding criteria is available at here: Youth Grant Application & Criteria Deadline t...
Jim Russell, CEO – One of Peterborough’s Top 20 Most Influential
Peterborough This Week’s annual Top 20 includes a familiar face this year. Jim Russell, CEO United Way Peterborough & District hit this year’s list at number 6. “The collection of names and ...

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🙌 Volunteers bring communities to life!
 
From lending a helping hand to leading initiatives, volunteers make lasting change possible.
 
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United Way Peterborough & District's Neighbourhood Fund offers small, one time grants to help groups of people in the City and County of Peterborough bring their community ideas to life. Whether you’re planning something with neighbours or working on a local project, this fund is here to support you. It’s all about helping people connect, get involved, and make their community a better place together.

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We had such an amazing time at our 2025 Campaign Celebration last Thursday, celebrating our community coming together to raise an astounding $1.56 million in support of essential, front-line programs and services❤️!
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Access to housing, food, mental health support, and connection all shape our well-being.

This World Health Day, we’re committed to building stronger, healthier communities for everyone.

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At United Way Peterborough & District, we believe in building a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and included. Autism is part of the rich diversity that strengthens our community. 

Let’s move beyond awareness and continue working toward acceptance, accessibility, and meaningful inclusion for all.

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