Thanks to our generous donors, partners, sponsors, and the Government of Canada we have invested…

$951,801

right here in Northumberland County to support more than 30 local organizations and essential programs.

Colborne, Ontario

Thank you to our community

When the pandemic began and official stay-at-home orders were declared last March, our donors, sponsors, partners in the provincial and federal government, volunteers, workplace campaigns, and community partners stepped up to make sure that no one would be left behind.

In those early days of the pandemic, we could never have predicted the impact of COVID-19 on our community and our world. However, among the struggles and challenges of the past year, we have come together in ways unlike ever before. In the face of great adversity, we have proven that we are stronger together and that COVID-19 can’t stop us.

We believe in the power of good news to unite our community, and we want to share with you what your support has made possible this past year. Thank you.

30+

organizations

supported locally:

organizations supported locally:

Alzheimer’s Society
7 Hills Community Pantry
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northumberland
Brighton Fare Share Food Bank
Cobourg Dragon Boat Club
Colborne Food Bank
Community Care Northumberland
Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
Fare Share Food Bank
Five Counties Children’s Centre
Food 4 All
Green Wood Coalition
Habitat for Humanity
Horizons of Friendship
La Jeunesse Choirs
Local Food for Local Good

Northumberland Child Development Centre
Northumberland Community Counselling Centre
Northumberland County Legal Centre
Northumberland County, Agri-Food Centre
Northumberland Food for Thought
Port Hope Community Health Centre
Rebound Child & Youth Services
Salvation Army
Sounds of the Next Generation (SONG)
The Help Centre
Transition House
VON
WrapAround Northumberland
YMCA Northumberland
and more…

$45,000+

On March 13, 2020, just days before Ontario’s stay-at-home orders were announced, we launched the Northumberland United Way COVID-19 Community Relief Fund.

Since then, $45,000 has been raised for our COVID-19 Community fund and reinvested into our community.

Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF)

$420,829

invested in Northumberland County through the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund to meet immediate emergency response efforts.

“This is an unprecedented time and “This is an unprecedented time and the community has come together to support our most vulnerable and we are truly grateful.”

– Anne Newman, Executive Director, Transition House

Providing 24hr access to emergency shelter services and food for those in need in Northumberland County

Access to day camps and recreation for individuals with low income throughout Northumberland County

Providing prepared meals, baked breakfast items and food hampers to any community member in need of food in Northumberland, including delivery for those with limited transportation

Assist low-income seniors to access community services relating to health, wellness, and finances to improve quality of life and remain self-sufficient

A partnership to produce 18,000 servings of safe, nutritious, and reheatable soup for local food banks, school nutrition programs and community service organizations

Rapid assessment and treatment for
at-risk individuals who are compromised by social isolation measures, experiencing anxiety, depression, or harmful coping mechanisms

Supporting street outreach, food-sharing home visits, and mental health recovery-oriented activities

$44,682

invested in Northumberland County senior programs to support isolated individuals

Meals on Wheels food delivery to isolated seniors, community members, and those living with disabilities

Regular check-in, care kits and supplies provided to seniors across
Northumberland County

To help seniors stay in touch with family, friends and workers by transitioning existing program to an online platform

Community Partners

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northumberland

Power Play programming engages children and youth in mentorship either at school or in the community.

Rebound Child & Youth Services

Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) teaches parents and caregivers positive parenting techniques and approaches.

Alzheimer’s Society of Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland, & Haliburton

Minds in Motion: An evidence-based program helping people living with dementia and their care partners remain active and engaged in their communities.

Northumberland Community Counselling Centre

Providing accessible mental health support to all demographics.

WrapAround Northumberland

Providing an innovative, comprehensive point of contact for services and supports to families facing multiple complex challenges.

The Help Centre of Northumberland

Core funded to provide social-justice advocacy, education, and direct services that empower low-income residents.

United Way Programs

Back Packs for Kids

1,100 students

across Northumberland County received back packs full of school supplies to ensure a successful start to the school year. This year, all back packs also included a hand sanitizer and a reusable mask to ensure a safe return to the classroom.

Day of Caring

$17,500 raised

Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions, Day of Caring 2020 was cancelled. However, our generous corporate partners continued their sponsorships with all dollars raised to support emergency COVID-19 response efforts.

Period Promise Northumberland

5,000+ products distributed

A partnership with Thrive: Northumberland Coalition to End Violence Against Women, we’re aiming to address the issue of period poverty in our community, increase the availability of products, and advocate for change. Pledge your support today!

More than $35,000 invested in our community

A partnership with Northumberland County, the Northumberland Eats voucher program aims to provide food support to vulnerable individuals and families while supporting small business throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more!

PPE

(Personal Protective Equipment)

35,000+ masks and counting…

Thanks to generous donations from Canadian Tire, Nanoleaf, and United Way Hastings Prince Edward we’ve distributed hand sanitizer and masks to keep front line workers and volunteers safe.

So far, more than 35,000 masks have been distributed to 16 local organizations and more than 10 have also received industrial hand sanitizer.

Are you a local non-profit in need of masks for your staff, volunteers, or clients? Email us!

One-time Grants

$20,000

for United Way’s grant stream funded through Cameco’s COVID-19 Relief Fund.

Our community has been through a lot this past year. Whether you donated your time, energy, or money to United Way or another local charity, you knew you had to do something. Perhaps you helped a neighbour get groceries, delivered supplies to a senior in need, or volunteered your time at a local vaccination clinic. Even staying diligent about wearing your mask, sanitizing your hands, and keeping your distance has helped keep all of us safe. Every single resident in Northumberland County has contributed to our local response to COVID-19. For that, we want to say Thank You. Our community has been through a lot this past year. Whether you donated your time, energy, or money to United Way or another local charity, you knew you had to do something. Perhaps you helped a neighbour get groceries, delivered supplies to a senior in need, or volunteered your time at a local vaccination clinic. Even staying diligent about wearing your mask, sanitizing your hands, and keeping your distance has helped keep all of us safe. Every single resident in Northumberland County has contributed to our local response to COVID-19. For that, we want to say Thank You.

It is because of community-minded individuals like you that we have been able to invest almost $1 million back into essential local programs and services this year. It has truly been a community-wide effort and we cannot thank you enough.

Thank you for supporting your fellow Northumberland County residents in what has been an unprecedented year for us all. You have proven that ‘we are stronger together.’

– Your United Way Team