Together We Can Raise $120,000!

Unite with Trent team and support Peterborough and Durham

The United Way helps those in need and the agencies that provide necessary services and resources.

The Trent community is caring, compassionate and connected. For almost 60 years, we've shown how much we care about our home communities by giving generously to the United Way campaign. Each year, staff, faculty and retirees come together to raise funds for the many different service organizations and those they support in our community.   

2024 Workplace Campaign

Goals

We have set two ambitious goals for this year's campaign. Together, we can reach them. With your help, we can raise $120,000 and inspire 15 new donors to join our campaign. Can we count on your support? 

How to Donate 

• @Work Donation Portal 

  • Staff, faculty and retirees' can set up recurring or one-time donation through payroll or credit card, online by signing into Trent's private and secure giving portal, using their Trent email. 

• Pledge Postcard 

  • Staff and facully on both Symons and Durham campus will recieve pledge postcard in their mailbox. Completed pledge form are to be mailed internally, addressed to "United Way" in a sealed envelope. 

• Retiree Gift Agreement Form

  • Retirees will recieve a gift agreement form in their United Way pledge mailout between September and October. Please use the envelope provided to mail in your Completed Gift Agreement forms to the United Way Peterborough Office. 

Events & Initiatives

Trent faculty, staff and retirees are invited to support the campaign by engaging in a variety of workplace campaign events and initiatives. These gatherings offer a valuable opportunity to come together, fostering a spirit of unity and collaboration.

• Annual Campaign Kick-Off BBQ 

  • September 25 @ 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Upper Bata Podium
  • Thanks to the generous support of Trent Food Services, our menu includes your choice of a hamburger, hot dog, or veggie burger, served with chips and a pop (gluten-free options available).
     

• 6th Annual Otonabee College Chili Cook-Off 

  • November 21 @ 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., at the OC Commons 
  • For only $5, sample a variety of chili made by some fantastic chefs across campus and cast your vote to crown the 2025 Chili Champion! 

Donor Prize Draws

As a small token of appreciation, all participating employees and retirees will be automatically entered into at least one of the following donor prize draws, generously sponsored by Trent Parking Services and former alumni director, Tony Storey’ 71. (Please note that event donations do not qualify for entry.)

•  Early Bird Draw: Donate by the end of the day on September 27 for a chance to win a Trent Sweater from the Bookstore.
• Faculty & Staff Draws: Donate by November 15 for a chance to win one of the following parking prizes:
  • Peterborough:
    • All Donors: Annual premium parking pass for Fall 2025
    • New Donors: Standard parking pass for Fall 2025
  • Durham:
    • All Donors: Designated parking spot at Thornton campus for Fall 2025
    • New Donors: Second entry for a designated parking spot at Thornton campus for Fall 2025
• Retiree Draw: Donate by December 31 to be entered to win a $50 gift card to Take Cover Books.

Why Give to the United Way?

Did you know that Trent's donation accounts for 10% of Peterborough's community campaign? As the largest workplace donation, our contributions are vital for the operation of United Way and its partner agencies, which rely on our support to provide essential services and resources to our community.

Your investment goes far, but not far away! Your gift to Trent's United Way campaign directly fuels positive change in our local communities. With your help, we can bridge the gap and improve access to essential services for our neighbours, ensuring that individuals and families in need have the tools, resources, and support to build a better future. 

Social change is made in local communities through the United Way’s support for 20 partner agencies and 275 programs in both Peterborough and Durham that address issues facing our community including homelessness, food insecurity, domestic violence, and mental health challenges. You can find a detailed breakdown of how the United Way Peterborough & District uses all of our contributions in their Community Impact Report for 2023-2024.

United Way Ambassadors

United Way Ambassadors are champions of change who help promote Trent’s workplace campaign, educate colleagues about the vital work done by the United Way and its partner agencies, and organize fundraising initiatives. By fostering a culture of giving and involvement, United Way Ambassadors help create a lasting impact, making our community a better place to live, work, and thrive.  

We’re looking for passionate faculty and staff to join the United Way Ambassador team. Are you ready to make a difference?

Join the United Way Ambassador Team  

• Review the Role Description: Before registering, please take a moment to review the United Way Ambassador Role Description.

• Sign Up: To join the team, email MK Millard (mmillard@trentu.ca) 

• Get Informed: Visit uwpeterborough.ca to learn more about how the United Way addresses the challenges facing our community. Our Seeing is Believing Tour and Ambassador Training sessions will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to champion our campaign. 

Questions? 

Trent community is encouraged to reach out to unitedway@trentu.ca for any campaign or giving questions.