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 […]
When Food Is More Than Food: Responding to Hunger, Isolation, and Dignity in December
December is often described as a season of togetherness — a time of shared meals, warm kitchens, and full tables. But across Northumberland County, December is also a time when absence can feel louder than presence. Food insecurity increases sharply during the winter months, and December, in particular, places added strain on individuals, families, and […]
Bite Back Against Hunger: A Supper Club With Purpose
This fall, Northumberland United Way invites you to take part in an exclusive evening of connection and cuisine, a limited-run supper club hosted at one of the region’s most sought-after dining destinations. Bite Back Against Hunger is a four-night culinary experience held at Pomona Ristorante, the refined Italian trattoria in the heart of Colborne. Over […]
Northumberland Eats 2.0: Tackling Food Insecurity Across Northumberland County
Food insecurity remains one of the most pressing issues in our community, a reality made clear during our summer visits to food banks across Northumberland County. We heard the same message repeatedly: food programs are stretched thin, and the need for support has never been greater. This growing challenge inspired the evolution of our Northumberland […]
Northumberland Eats 2.0: Grant Applications Are Open
Northumberland Eats 2.0 In December 2020, Northumberland Eats launched, in partnership with Northumberland County, a food voucher program. This program facilitated by the Northumberland United Way (NUW) between government, individual donors, local service agencies, and the private sector has proved that when a community comes together it can do remarkable things to help people facing […]
Week of Caring for Northumberland Eats raises $19,250
Last week, Northumberland United Way hosted our first Week of Caring for Northumberland Eats. A twist on our annual Day of Caring, the week-long event raised funds to support the Northumberland Eats food voucher program. A partnership of Northumberland United Way and Northumberland County, Northumberland Eats provides food support to individuals and families while supporting […]
Week of Caring for Northumberland Eats
If you’ve volunteered for Northumberland United Way’s Day of Caring in the past, you will remember a day full of energy, hard work, and helping those in need in our community. This year, due to the ongoing pandemic, our Day of Caring has evolved to become ‘Week of Caring for Northumberland Eats’ from Monday, June […]
Northumberland Eats program moves from pilot to permanent
Based on the resounding success of the Northumberland Eats food voucher pilot program launched at the end of 2020, Northumberland County and Northumberland United Way are pleased to announce that this pilot will transition to a permanent program for the community as of April 1, 2021. Designed to both enhance local food security as well […]
