One of the most special moments from our Campaign Celebration this past Thursday was recognizing the incredible individuals, partners and organizations who went above and beyond this year.
These awards are a small way of celebrating the creativity, leadership, and generosity that power this Campaign — and the impact that reaches across our entire community.
👏 Please join us in congratulating our 2025–26 award recipients:
✨ Making It Rain Award – County of Peterborough
✨ Outstanding Partner Agency – Trent Valley Learning Association
✨ The Spark Plug Award – Tiffany Arcari, Community Ambassador
✨ Chronically Online – John Howard Society of the Kawarthas
✨ Phoenix Award – City of Peterborough
✨ Most Creative Event – New Canadians Centre (KD Challenge)
✨ On-The-Record – Jeannine Taylor, kawarthaNOW
✨ Champion of Change – Peterborough, Victoria, Northumberland and Clarington Catholic School Board
✨ Culture of Giving – Trent University
✨ Spirit of the Community – Laken MacFarlane, City of Peterborough
Thank you for the energy, innovation, and heart you all bring to this work. You are helping build a stronger, more connected community for everyone and we couldn`t be more grateful for your support. ❤️
What a night. ❤️
Our Campaign Celebration was filled with laughter, connection, and so much community spirit — a true reflection of what our Community Campaign is all about.
Together, we raised an incredible $1.56 million to support vital programs across Peterborough & the County. This impact belongs to all of you.
We were proud to celebrate the leadership that made it all possible — including our Campaign Chair Paul Rellinger, whose steady, thoughtful presence helped guide this year’s success, and our CEO, Jim Russell as he prepares to retire after years of remarkable service and dedication to this community.
And if you know Paul… you also know he may have accidentally become the star of a few campaign moments along the way 👀
💬 Leave a comment and let us know if we should drop this year’s blooper reel (featuring a few familiar faces…)
🌎💙 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
Our office will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, an will reopen on Tuesday, April 7.
Have a safe and restful long weekend!
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.
#WorldAutismAwarenessDay
Today marks the beginning of our new campaign season and with that, we must sadly announce… more
Today Trans Day of Visibility 🏳️⚧️
We celebrate the courage, resilience, and contributions of transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people who make our communities stronger every day.
Let’s keep fostering a culture of inclusion and respect for all!
Thinking about hosting a fundraiser but not sure where to start? 🤔
Swipe through to see our step by step guide on how to make your event a success from start to finish.
Have questions or want a brainstorming partner? Send us a message or give us a call. We’d love to help bring your ideas to life! 💛
#UnitedWay #PTBO #PeterboroughEvents #LocalLove #Fundraising
#ThrowbackThursday reminiscing on more than 80 years of building community in Peterborough & District ❤️.
We’ll always remember this campaign, and the incredible leadership behind it 💫
Over the past year, Paul has brought dedication, energy, and heart to every part of this campaign. From milestone moments to the quiet work behind the scenes, his commitment never wavered (even when it meant going back up on the roof!).
Now, it’s time to celebrate everything this community has accomplished together.
🎉 Join us at Campaign Celebration on April 9th
🎟️ Get your tickets today [link in bio]
Pick an emoji to reveal a special message just for you! 🧀 🎟️ 🎉 💼
If you’ve been looking for a way to get more involved in your community, consider this your sign to start today. Reach out to us at United Way Peterborough & District and take that first step.
Let us know the emoji you chose in the comments below! 👇️
“This isn’t one of your funnies, is it?”… Campaign stress relief courtesy of Joy in a garbage bag!
