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 Vandine will be live on air to talk about the heart of our work: the programs and partnerships that help people right here at home.
Giving Tuesday is more than a global movement. It’s a reminder that when we lift each other up, we all rise.
Investing in Our Community, Together
With your support, United Way Northumberland continues to invest in programs that meet the most urgent needs of our neighbours. Each gift strengthens a network of support across our region — from local organizations and charities to essential in-house programs led by United Way.
Here’s a glimpse of what your generosity fuels:
Supporting Seniors
Many seniors across Northumberland are facing growing challenges with food insecurity, housing instability, and even access to basic hygiene essentials. Our in-house programs help bridge these gaps, offering dignity, stability, and connection.
Helping Families and Individuals
Every day, people across our community are striving to make ends meet. Your support allows us to invest in initiatives that provide relief, resources, and pathways to a more stable future — whether that’s through crisis support, financial empowerment programs, or community food initiatives.
Caring for Children and Youth
Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and thrive. Through school-based programs, school nutrition supports, and partnerships with organizations that focus on youth wellbeing, we’re helping ensure that kids have what they need to show up ready for the day.
Strengthening Local Organizations
We are proud to work alongside frontline organizations, food banks, and charities that serve thousands of people every year. Together, we’re building a stronger, more resilient Northumberland — one where everyone has access to the support they need, when they need it.
Why Giving Tuesday Matters Here at Home
In a time when the cost of living is rising and more individuals and families are reaching out for support, your generosity has never mattered more. Giving Tuesday reminds us that small acts of kindness, shared collectively, create powerful change.
When you give to United Way Northumberland, you’re supporting a wide range of programs that help people stay housed, access healthy food, remain connected, and live with dignity. You’re helping us respond to increasing need – not just today, but every day.
Join Us This Giving Tuesday
We invite you to tune in to Northumberland 89.7FM today to hear Alicia share more about the work your donations make possible.
And if you’re able, we ask you to consider making a gift this Giving Tuesday. Your support helps ensure that no one in Northumberland faces life’s challenges alone.
Together, we can build a community where everyone belongs, everyone is supported, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
