Thursday
July 21
2016

Nominations now open for Scholfield Award of Community Distinction

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?

United Way Peterborough & District is inviting nominations for the Scholfield Award of Community Distinction. “In recognition of our 75th anniversary, we consider this a milestone year to honour volunteers within the City and County of Peterborough.  After all, the strength in numbers of volunteer commitment is what actually sustains us, as an organization and a community.” says Jim Russell, CEO, United Way Peterborough and District.

Nomination forms can be found here and must be submitted by 4 pm August 18th, 2016 to erichmond@uwpeterborough.ca or to the United Way Peterborough & District Office at 277 Stewart St.

2016 Scholfield Award Nomination Form

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Don’t worry, Jim & Rhonda! We’re holding it down over here!

🌍💚 A healthy planet supports healthy communities.

Climate change impacts us all — but the most vulnerable feel it first and hardest.

This #EarthDay, let’s take action for people and the planet.

How are you making a difference today? 🌱

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🌍💚 A healthy planet supports healthy communities. Climate change impacts us all — but the most vulnerable feel it first and hardest. This #EarthDay, let’s take action for people and the planet. How are you making a difference today? 🌱

Learn more about the Neighbourhood Fund at the link in our bio 😌🏡

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Learn more about the Neighbourhood Fund at the link in our bio 😌🏡

🙌 Volunteers bring communities to life!

From lending a helping hand to leading initiatives, volunteers make lasting change possible.

This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we celebrate YOU — the people who make our communities stronger every day.

Drop a ❤️ if you’ve ever volunteered!

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🙌 Volunteers bring communities to life! From lending a helping hand to leading initiatives, volunteers make lasting change possible. This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we celebrate YOU — the people who make our communities stronger every day. Drop a ❤️ if you’ve ever volunteered!

Do YOU want to make a difference in your community? 🏘️

👉 Apply for our Neighbourhood Fund Grant today!

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.

🔗 Get started via the link in our bio
🗓️ Deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 27 at noon

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Do YOU want to make a difference in your community? 🏘️ 👉 Apply for our Neighbourhood Fund Grant today! 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. 🔗 Get started via the link in our bio 🗓️ Deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 27 at noon

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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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❤️!

🌎💙 Health is about more than medicine — it’s about community.

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.

#WorldHealthDay

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🌎💙 Health is about more than medicine — it’s about community. 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. #WorldHealthDay
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