FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BACKPACKS FOR KIDS
Backpacks for Kids 2026: United Way Northumberland Opens Donation Drive, Registrations, and Applications NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY – United Way Northumberland is proud to announce that Backpacks for Kids is officially underway for 2026. Now in its 21st year, the program ensures that children across Northumberland County, from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, start the school year […]
Join the United Way Team
Join Our Team For Immediate Release Date posted: June 15, 2026 Pay: CA$43,000.00 – CA$55,000.00 per year Campaign and Event Coordinator United Way NorthumberlandFull-Time Position Position Summary United Way Northumberland is seeking a motivated, relationship-focused, and highly organized Campaign and Event Coordinator to support and grow our fundraising efforts across Northumberland County. This full-time role is primarily focused on […]
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, […]
Seeds in the Ground: How United Way Northumberland Is Growing Food Security in Our Schools
Food security isn’t just about making sure there’s enough to eat today. It’s about making sure the next generation knows how to feed themselves, their families, and their communities tomorrow. That’s the kind of investment United Way Northumberland is making, and the results are growing. A Program That Doubled Our investment in the IncrEdible Trent […]
The Hands That Hold Us: A Reflection on Volunteerism in Northumberland
𝑵𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑽𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒆𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌 | 𝑨𝒑𝒓𝒊𝒍 19–25, 2026 There’s a moment, and most of us have had it, when we look around at our community and feel something stir. A neighbour struggling with their groceries. A child without a backpack. A senior sitting on a bench with a few too many shopping bags around them. And […]
Investing in Young Voices: Hiring A Summer Student Ready to Make an Impact
Every summer, students across Northumberland County look for more than just a paycheque. They’re looking for work that means something, experience that connects them to their community and helps shape the professionals they’re becoming. This summer, we are excited to offer exactly that. Pending confirmation of funding, we will be bringing on a Student Communications […]
We’re Hiring: Community Outreach and Development Coordinator
Location: Northumberland County, Ontario (Rural Focus)Position Type: Full-Time Contract (12 months)Hours: 35 hours per weekSalary: $43,000 – $55,000 annually (commensurate with experience)Benefits: Eligible for organizational benefits plan (details provided upon hire)Reports To: Executive Director Position Summary Northumberland United Way is seeking a Community Outreach and Development Coordinator to strengthen our capacity to deliver programs that reduce poverty, empower children and youth, […]
211 Day 2026: One Number to Reach Hundreds of Vital Community Services
MEDIA RELEASE For Immediate Release 211 Day 2026: One Number to Reach Hundreds of Vital Community Services Ottawa, February 10, 2026 – United Way Centraide Canada (UWCC) and 211 service partners across the country join communities in celebrating 211 Day on February 11 by raising awareness of the life-changing impacts of reaching out to 211 online, by phone or text to find community services. Available 365 days a year and in more than 150 languages depending on the […]
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 […]
Giving Tuesday: A Day to Give Back, Lift Up, and Lead With Community
Today, on Giving Tuesday, communities around the world are joining together to spark generosity — and here in Northumberland, that spirit is already shining. All week long, United Way Northumberland is on the air with Northumberland 89.7FM Small Town Radio, sharing stories, updates, and the impact of your support. And today, our Executive Director Alicia […]
