Every September, United Way Perth-Huron celebrates the kickoff of our annual fundraising campaign with friends and supporters across Perth and Huron Counties. Seven of our great communities host events: Exeter, Goderich, Listowel, Seaforth, St. Marys, Stratford and Wingham. Check back for updates as details become available.
Huron County
- United We Ride Motorcycle Charity Ride
- Date: Saturday, September 19
- Check-In: 9 a.m.
- Kickstands Up: 10 a.m.
- Pricing: $45 per rider | $30 per passenger (includes BBQ after the ride | $25 per person (post-ride dinner and evening only)
- Start: Maitland River Community Church, 414 Josephine Street in Wingham
- Finish: Stirling Sands Vineyards, 70665 B Line, Grand Bend
- Self-guided motorcycle ride through Huron County
- Featuring a mapped route and an interactive mobile scavenger hunt with fun challenges and prizes
- Participants must be legally licensed and insured to take part in this ride
- BUT you don’t need a motorcycle to make a difference. Join us at the finish line for an unforgettable evening at Stirling Sands Winery in Grand Bend.
- Sponsors: Lynn Hoy, Compass Minerals, Jayden’s Mechanical, Libro Credit Union
- For more information, contact Michelle Millar
North Perth
- Location: Character Square and Ward & Uptigrove parking lot
- Date and Time: Thursday, September 10, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Presented and Hosted By: Ward & Uptigrove
- Featuring:
- 20 Minutes for Good
- Hands-on community service opportunity focused on helping local people through First Step kits
- Workplaces, service clubs, faith groups and individuals are invited to participate
- Organizations interested in reserving a team shift to build kits can contact Todd Kasenberg, Manager, Community and Resource Development, North Perth
- Wild Boar & Mega Cone Creamery Food Trucks: tasty treats for purchase
- Games
- Raffle
- Red Chain of Community Hopes and Wishes
- Appearance by Listowel Cyclones players
- Unveiling of the 2026/27 United Way campaign goal
- 20 Minutes for Good
- Sponsors: Ward & Uptigrove, Innovative Digital
St. Marys & Area
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Location: St. Marys Farmers’ Market
- Time: 9 am to Noon
- Breakfast sandwiches prepared by well-known local foodies Bruce and Nancy White
- Featuring ingredients generously donated by local producers and businesses
- Balloon animals available by donation
- Announcement of the 2026-27 United Way annual campaign goal
Stratford & Area
- Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Location: Market Square in Downtown Stratford
- Times: Lunch 11:30 am – 1:15 p.m. Ceremony at 12:15 pm
- Price: $20 in Advance, $25 at event. Purchase Here
- Enjoy a tasty taco bowl plus drink and dessert
- Sponsors: Sun Life Financial, Resonance, Sutton Real Estate, Home & Company Real Estate
- Food Provided By: The Local Community Food Centre & Black Angus Catering