The United Way Way in Action: 26 Years of Day of Caring
Some days feel different. You walk into a room, see the energy in the air, and know something meaningful is about to happen. For 26 years, Day of Caring has been that kind of day. On Friday, June 13, more than 150 volunteers from across Northumberland County gathered for one purpose: to show up for […]
Day of Caring Returns
Day of Caring: 26 Years of Community Action For more than two and a half decades, United Way Northumberland’s Day of Caring has been a powerful display of what’s possible when a community comes together — volunteers, donors, local businesses, and nonprofit partners all united in the shared goal of making life a little brighter […]
United Way At Work
United Way at Work: A New Way to Give At Northumberland United Way, we know that the way people give is changing – and so must we. That’s why what used to be known as Workplace Campaigns has grown into something more responsive, more human, and more collaborative: United Way at Work. This isn’t just […]
Now Hiring: Program and Administrative Assistant (Part-Time – 3-Year Term)
Program and Administrative Assistant (Part-Time – 3-Year Term) Help Us Bring “Haven for All” to Life At Northumberland United Way, we believe in the power of community — and we know that meaningful change begins with connection, compassion, and collaboration. That’s why we’re excited to share an opportunity to join our team and be part […]
Community Roundtables
Community Roundtables On March 26th, 2025, United Way Northumberland and The Northumberland Community Legal Centre co-hosted Community Matters: Reducing Poverty in Northumberland at the Columbus Community Centre in Cobourg. It was more than just an event – it was a collective effort to understand poverty in Northumberland County and work toward meaningful change. The morning […]
Gathering, Listening, and Moving Forward – Together
Community Matters: Reducing Poverty in Northumberland stock, gathering, to move the needle forward. Moving the needle forward, one conversation at a time. There’s something sacred about gathering. Alderville First Nations Councillor Julie Bothwell spoke about it at the Community Matters event – how food serves as a connector, how sharing a meal brings people together in […]
Empowering Your Philanthropy: Directed Giving with Northumberland United Way
Empowering Your Philanthropy: Directed Giving with Northumberland United Way At United Way Northumberland, we understand that philanthropy is deeply personal. Many donors have specific causes or organizations they wish to support, and we are dedicated to facilitating these preferences through our donor-directed giving program. What is Donor-Directed Giving? Donor-directed giving allows individuals to specify particular […]
Together We Can: Take Action to Eliminate Racial Discrimination and Build a Stronger, Inclusive Northumberland County
Together We Can: Take Action to Eliminate Racial Discrimination and Build a Stronger, Inclusive Northumberland County As we observe the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, it’s crucial to acknowledge the challenges that racial discrimination imposes on both individuals and communities. Racial discrimination often results in limited access to essential services, perpetuates economic […]
Community Matters
Reducing Poverty in Northumberland: Taking Stock, Moving the Needle The roots of change run deep, but they start with a single seed – an idea, a conversation, a shared commitment to something better. Poverty is not just an economic issue; it’s a community issue, and addressing it requires a collective effort from those willing to […]
Celebrating Hana and Ethiopian Culture
Celebrating Ethiopian Culture Ethiopians have enriched Canadian society, excelling in fields like medicine, academia, business, and the arts. Many have become influential voices in promoting multiculturalism and African heritage within Canada. The Ethiopian Community Association in Toronto have been pivotal in providing services, advocating for immigrant rights, and celebrating Ethiopian culture through events and festivals. […]
