What Day of Caring Means to Northumberland
27 Years of Showing Up: What Day of Caring Means to Northumberland Some things in a community become tradition not because they’re scheduled, but because they matter. On Friday, June 5, 2026, over 150 volunteers gathered at the Cobourg Lions Community Centre for the 27th Annual Day of Caring, a morning that began with breakfast, […]
27th Annual Day of Caring on Friday, June 5 – Applications Now Open
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COBOURG, ON — Monday, February 23, 2026 – United Way Northumberland is pleased to announce the return of its beloved community tradition, Day of Caring, taking place on June 5, 2026. Now in its 27th year, Day of Caring brings together workplace teams and community volunteers for one day of hands-on support […]
A Partnership Built on Trust: Thank You, SABIC
Some partnerships don’t just support the work — they become part of its foundation. SABIC has been part of United Way Northumberland’s story since the very beginning. Since 1969, through each evolution of our organization and each shift in community need, their workplace has continued to show up with a shared belief in collective care. […]
SWEETEN YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY
Online Dessert Auction For those who believe Valentine’s Day should involve really good desserts (think ice cream cakes, cookies, scones, and cupcakes) this one’s for you! Sweeten Your Valentine’s Day returns with a one-week only online dessert auction full of sweet treats you’ll want to take home and share (or not). No judgment. Just desserts.
What You Can Count On in 2026
As we step into 2026, United Way Northumberland enters the year grounded in momentum, partnership, and purpose. The work ahead is not starting from scratch, it’s building on strong foundations already in place and carrying them forward to meet the evolving needs of our community. Community Events That Continue to Connect Us In 2026, community […]
Imagining What’s Possible: Join United Way Northumberland’s Strategic Planning Day
On January 21, 2026, United Way Northumberland is inviting community members, partners, and supporters to take part in an important moment of reflection, imagination, and possibility: our Strategic Planning Day. This half-day discovery session, running from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Columbus Community Centre in Cobourg, is about shaping the future of United […]
United Way Northumberland Announces Festive Fundraiser at Barrett’s Christmas Tree Farm
“United Way Week” offers community a chance to give back while enjoying a holiday tradition. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COBOURG, ON — December 2025 – United Way Northumberland invites the community to celebrate the season and give back at the annual “United Way Week” hosted by Barrett’s Christmas Tree Farm. This cherished community tradition returns from […]
The Ultimate Burger Battle: Bringing Local Love to the Table
The Ultimate Burger Battle: Bringing Local Love to the Table Northumberland County, it’s time to burger for a cause! This November, we’re turning up the heat (and the grills) for The Ultimate Burger Battle: a month-long, community-powered showdown where good food meets great purpose. From November 1 to 30, 11 local restaurants across Northumberland County […]
Bite Back Against Hunger: A Sold-Out Success Story Continues
Bite Back Against Hunger: A Sold-Out Success Story Continues What began as an ambitious vision has become our most celebrated fundraising initiative of the year. Bite Back Against Hunger, our exclusive four-night culinary experience at Pomona Ristorante, officially sold out within days of launch, a testament to our community’s appetite for both exceptional dining and […]
Fuel Young Minds: A Community Day of Giving with Sarah Turk
Fuel Young Minds: A Community Day of Giving with Sarah Turck Some people lead with heart, and when they do, others follow. This Monday, July 21, local Sherwood mortgage agent, mom, and proud community cheerleader Sarah Turck is teaming up with United Way Northumberland to host a full-day donation drive for Backpacks for Kids. Her […]
