A Proud Living Wage Employer
Living Wage: More Than Just a Number As a proud Living Wage employer, United Way Northumberland understands that a job should enable workers to make ends meet where they live. After all, what else is work for, if not to pay your bills? The living wage differs from minimum wage in a crucial way – […]
The Peter Dounoukos Challenge: Challenge the Chair
Peter is a long-time Northumberland resident with over 32 years of media experience. He began his career as a media buyer in Toronto before returning home to Cobourg, where he’s become deeply rooted in the community. Over the years, Peter has contributed to local media outlets such as The Cobourg Star, Port Hope Evening Guide, […]
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 […]
Period Promise Northumberland Launches 4th Annual Collection Campaign to End Period Poverty
Period Promise Northumberland is excited to celebrate Menstrual Hygiene Day this year with the launch of their 4th annual Community-Wide Collection Campaign and, new this year, an educational presentation featuring a local Naturopathic doctor. Starting May 1 and running until May 31, 2024, Northumberland County residents are encouraged to donate menstrual products, make a financial donation, […]
United Way Northumberland Launches 2024-2025 Fundraising Campaign Celebrating 55 Years of Caring
United Way Northumberland proudly celebrated the success of their 2023-2024 fundraising campaign and launched their new campaign in celebration of their 55th year of caring in the community. At their annual Campaign Celebration and Kickoff Breakfast on May 1, 2024, held at the Best Western Inn and Convention Centre in Cobourg, United Way recognized the […]
Volunteer Week Spotlight: Linda Goldie
As National Volunteer Week wraps up, let’s shine a light on Linda! For 6 years, she’s been a vital part of United Way Northumberland’s Board of Directors. After receiving an M.S.W. from U of T, Linda began a 35-year career in the field of child welfare in progressively senior positions. After retirement as the Director of […]
Volunteer Week Spotlight: Rick Riley
Let’s continue celebrating National Volunteer Week by shining a spotlight on our Board of Directors Chair, Rick! Rick Riley along with his wife and 3 sons have lived and worked in Northumberland County since 1987 and have owned and operated a few successful businesses over those years. As a result of the successes he has […]
Volunteer Week Spotlight: Christine Wilson
During National Volunteer Week, we’re shining a spotlight on our amazing volunteers at United Way Northumberland! Meet Christine! Christine Wilson is part of the Executive Committee at United Way Northumberland. A retired media executive who moved to Colborne in 2019, Christine was enchanted by the peaceful living here surrounded by nature. But alongside the beauty, […]
United Way and Partners in Caring Celebrate 25th Day of Caring in Northumberland County
United Way Northumberland and its Partners in Caring are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the 25th Day of Caring, happening on Friday, June 7th, 2024. This year marks a significant milestone as the community celebrates 25 years of the Day of Caring initiative. The annual event began when United Way recognized that […]
United Way Northumberland reaches 90% of its $910,000 goal
With six weeks left in the 2023 campaign, United Way Northumberland has achieved an impressive milestone, reaching 90% of its $910,000 fundraising goal. “Since I joined the team in late January, I have been amazed by the hard work, and commitment of our team and the enthusiasm that has helped us to reach this point […]
