Because of the pandemic social isolation is top of mind for many right now, but the Town of St. Marys already approached United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) back in March to […]
Media Releases
The Coldest Night of the Year is returning to Stratford once again in February and this year Stratford-Perth Shelterlink is recruiting a new partner to help with the annual event […]
New partnership for Coldest Night of the Year walk in ...
Franklin and Stephanie Famme hope to get other people in Stratford and area to support the community through United Way Perth-Huron. That’s why they’ve chosen to talk about their decision […]
Stratford Donors Join Leader Match Program
Pam Zabel and Eric Thomas are hoping to inspire others to help the St. Marys community through United Way. That’ s why they’re talking about their decision to become United […]
St. Marys Donors Aim to Inspire Others to Give to ...
As part of ongoing efforts to address the issue of chronic homelessness in Huron, the County of Huron and United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) are proud to announce the hiring of […]
Housing Advocate announced in Huron
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is accepting funding applications for the Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) Round 2 until October 30, 2020. The fund continues to provide financial support to charities […]
Second round of Emergency Community Support Fund applications open
COVID-19 has had profound effects on vulnerable populations across Perth-Huron and beyond. Among those who have been impacted the most are women. That’s the topic of United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH)’s […]
First-ever virtual DEB talk focuses on COVID-19’s effects on women
Using a combination of new technology and old-fashioned community spirit, United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) announced the organization’s goal of $1,762,200 for the 2020/2021 campaign. The announcement was made virtually through […]
United Way kicks off campaign, announces $1.762 million campaign goal!
(Queen’s Park) – In a statement in the Ontario legislature this week, Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece thanked those involved in United Way Perth Huron’s #UNIGNORABLE campaign. He made the following […]
#UNIGNORABLE: Pettapiece recognizes United Way Perth Huron
United Way Perth-Huron announced the organization distributed $800,225 to support vulnerable and newly vulnerable people across Perth and Huron during the COVID-19 pandemic. “COVID-19 is a global crisis, but it […]
United Way distributed $800,225 in pandemic relief to frontline agencies ...
United Way Perth-Huron (UWPH) is proud to announce Martin and Kathryn Ritsma have agreed to return as Campaign Co-chairs in 2020/2021. “We’re thrilled that Martin and Kathryn are coming back,” […]
Martin & Kathryn Ritsma Return as Campaign Co-chairs
Take survey COVID-19 has had serious and potentially long-lasting impacts on communities. While the recovery will be long and difficult for everyone, small and rural communities face particular challenges. […]
UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH SURVEY: Rural Response to COVID-19
Lack of a Basic Income is a pressing issue across Perth-Huron. The effects, and challenges people face, often go unnoticed but they are profound and long lasting — and COVID-19 […]
Basic Income: Building a Better Community for All
List of Local Makers and Suppliers of MasksCall 211 or View the List online Where to find masks in Perth and Huron Counties Stratford, ON — With the […]
List of Local Makers and Suppliers of Masks
June 29, 2020 Communities Unite to Address Chronic Homelessness in Huron County Exeter, ON – The generosity of caring people has allowed the communities of Huron County to take the […]
Three New Beds at Huron Turning Point
May 19, 2020 Emergency Community Support Fund Applications Open United Way Perth-Huron Inviting Organizations to Apply Stratford, ON – United Way Perth-Huron is accepting funding applications for the Emergency […]
Emergency Community Support Fund Applications Open
The Stratford Public Library (SPL) believes that everyone in our community should have access to online resources with the opportunity to connect, engage and learn. This is especially true during […]
Local Organizations Seek Tech Donations for #Connected Community Project
Matt Johnson of Straight Forward Sales (SFS) in Stratford wants to give people a way of supporting essential service workers and frontline heroes while also giving back to their community. […]