United Way Announces Recipients of Neighbourhood Fund Grants of $30,000 In Total Funding

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United Way Peterborough & District has announced 11 recipients of its 2025 Neighbourhood Fund grants, which will receive $30,000 in funding.

This year saw 27 applications requesting over $100,000 in support. Photo courtesy of the United Way.

The Neighbourhood Fund supports grassroots, community-led initiatives that foster connection, inclusion, and belonging across the city and county according to a press release.

The following are the 2025 Neighbourhood Fund Grant Recipients:

  • Big Sing Nogojiwanong-Peterborough ($2,240)

  • BIPOC Youth Environmental Justice Program ($4,200)

  • Building Community Through Creative Recycling & Reuse ($3,900)

  • Diwali 2025 ($4,000)

  • Healing Through Gardening ($900)

  • Lakefield Pride Picnic ($1,500)

  • Neighbourhood Welcome & Inclusion Project ($1,050)

  • Neighbourhood Winter Gatherings ($2,200)

  • Peterborough Volunteer Appreciation Day ($5,000)

  • The Community Table ($2,010)

  • Ukrainian Cultural Events ($3,000)

“These projects reflect the incredible creativity, diversity, and warmth of our community, it is amazing how far a little bit of money can go in building community,” said Jim Russell, United Way CEO.

“We’re honoured to support initiatives that bring people together and build stronger, more inclusive neighbourhoods. It’s not about the best grant writer, it’s about finding groups that really connect with their neighbourhood,” said Nancy Fischer, Chair of the Community Impact Committee.

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