Raising Hope, Growing Community
A thriving community is one where we come together to support one another. Families and individuals in our communities are facing a range of challenges, and our local service providers are doing incredible work to match their resources to the needs.
Through investments in local programs and services, we can help address both the immediate needs people are facing today and the longer-term challenges that affect their ability to thrive. Every contribution helps strengthen the network of care that exists within our community.
We know that no single organization can do this work alone. When service providers, community organizations, volunteers, donors, and neighbours work together, we create stronger connections and a more resilient network.
Raising hope means believing that positive change is possible. Growing community means making that change happen together.
This campaign is about more than meeting needs; it is about building a community where everyone has the opportunity to feel supported, connected, and hopeful about their future.
Donate today and we can Raise Hope and Grow Community.
Three Pillars
United Way for Haliburton Kawartha Lakes funds programs that fall under the following categories:
From Poverty to Possibility
From Poverty to Possibility
- Food Security
- Housing Stability
- Employment
- Financial Literacy and Individual Support
All That Kids Can Be
All that Kids Can Be
- Success in School
- Community Engagement and Leadership Development
- Emotional and Physical Wellbeing
- Community Wide Strategies
Healthy People, Strong Communities
Healthy People, Strong Communities
- People with Disabilities
- Seniors
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Sexual and/or Domestic Violence
- Neighbourhood Development and Engagement
- Leadership Development
- Volunteer Engagement
Financial Reporting and Governance
The United Way takes great care in the stewardship of donor trust and donor dollars. We accomplish this in a number of ways: reporting back to the community regarding fund allocation and distribution; managing operating expenses and minimizing fundraising expenses through the support of volunteers and the solicitation of pro bono services wherever possible. Our year –round fundraising and administration costs fluctuate between 15 – 25% which is below that of many other agencies and the 35% cost-revenue ratio that the Canada Revenue Agency recommends charities maintain. We are committed to running an efficient organization that ensures as much of every dollar possible is directed back to the community we serve.
There are 58 United Ways across Canada, each of which is a registered charity governed by an autonomous Board of Directors. This Board of Directors is made up of local citizens who are engaged volunteers. In conjunction with the staff and other volunteers, the Board works to build a strong, caring community and responds to a broad range of human needs and programs.
The money that is raised here in the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County remains here. All funds are allocated locally to support our community.
Our financial statements are audited annually and presented at our Annual General Meeting. Your United Way is compliant with United Way Canada’s Transparency and Accountability Financial Standards and Canadian accounting standards for not- for- profit organizations.
Want to know more? Check out our CRA Status here and see our audited financial statements here.
Agencies Supported
Ampere (Pinnguaq Association)
Project: Accessible Community Freezer
2026 Community Capacity Grant: $1,850
Funding supported the purchase of a freezer and building materials for a freezer shed at Pinnguaq’s Makerspace in downtown Lindsay. The freezer will operate 24/7, allowing community members to take what they need and give what they can, without stigma or barriers.
Address: 12 Peel Street, Lindsay, ON K9V 3L8
Phone: (705) 878-8980
Website: amp.ca
Kawartha-Haliburton Children’s Foundation
Project: Child Safety Equipment Program
2026 Community Capacity Grant: $5,000
Funding supported the Child Safety Equipment Program, providing cribs and other essential safety items to low-income families involved with the Kawartha-Haliburton Children’s Aid Society who may not have the financial means to purchase these vital items.
Address: 1100 Chemong Road, Peterborough, ON K9H 7S2
Phone: (705) 743-9751
Website: khchildrensfoundation.com
New Canadians Centre
Project: Community Connections Kawartha Lakes
2026 Community Capacity Grant: $3,850
Funding supported Community Connections Kawartha Lakes, helping newcomers feel at home in their community through social activities, exploring the region, and learning about local resources. The program helps foster a sense of belonging and community engagement.
Address: 370 Kent Street West, Unit 5, Lindsay, ON K9V 4T7
Phone: (705) 761-6827
Email: faye@nccpeterborough.ca
Website: nccpeterborough.ca
John Howard Society of Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton
Project: Nourish Together
2026 Community Capacity Grant: $5,000
Funding supported Nourish Together, which provides nutritious, pre-made meals to individuals and families in need across Kawartha Lakes, Minden, and Haliburton. The project helps reduce hunger and improve access to wholesome, ready-to-eat meals.
Address: 31 Peel Street, Lindsay, ON K9V 3L9
Phone: (705) 328-0472
Email: info@jhscklh.on.ca
Website: johnhoward.on.ca/kawartha
Kawartha Lakes Centre of Hope
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $1,556.77
Address: 104 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay K9V 2M6
Phone: 705-324-7613
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $4,502.07
Address: 21 Angeline Street North, Lindsay K9V 5B7
Phone: 705-324-7323, Toll Free: 1-800-461-0327
Website: https://ccckl.ca
Haliburton Highlands Health Services
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $7,880.03
Address: 6 McPherson Street, Minden K0M 2K0
Phone: 705-457-1392
Website: https://hhhs.ca
Fleming College Soup Project
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $2,471.66
Food for Kids
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $103.09
A Place Called Home
Project: Food Support for Drop-In Services
2025 Community Capacity Grant: $5,000
Funding supported the purchase of grocery cards for individuals and families accessing A Place Called Home’s drop-in services. The funding helps provide essential food resources to people at risk of homelessness while they work toward greater housing stability.
Address: 64 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay, ON K9V 2M2
Phone: (705) 328-0905
Email: info@apch.ca
Website: apch.ca
BGC Kawarthas
United Way 2023 Community Capacity funding: $5,000
Funded Program: Food Security for Youth and Family, Resources for At Risk Youth
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $373.41
Address: 107 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay K9V 2M5
Phone: 705-324-4493
Website: www.bgckawarthas.com
Kawartha Lakes Food Source
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $14,725.09
Address: 164 Needham Street, Lindsay K9V 5R7
Phone: 705-324-0707
Website: https://kawarthalakesfoodsource.com
Kawartha Lakes Housing Corporation
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $8799.95
Three sites received fresh produce donations.
SIRCH Community Services
United Way 2023 Community Capacity funding: $5,000
Funded Program: Community Kitchen Meals
Value of fresh produce donated: $467.91
Address: 39 Maple Avenue Unit 4, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0
Phone: 705-457-1742
Website: www.sirch.on.ca
Salvation Army
2023 Value of fresh produce donated: $8,069.86
Address: 30 Peel Street, Lindsay K9V 3L8
Phone: 705-324-7771
T.H.R.I.L.
United Way 2023 Community Capacity funding: $5,000
Funded Program: THRIL Needs to Grow
Address: 1072 Monarch Road, Lindsay K9V 4R1
Phone: 705-324-2756
Website: www.thril.ca
Project: Food for Work
2026 Community Capacity Grant: $4,300
2025 Community Capacity Grant: $2,500
Funding supported the Food for Work program, which provides grocery gift cards to job seekers who are struggling to put food on the table while they look for work.
Address: 370 Kent Street West, Lindsay, ON K9V 6G8
Phone: (705) 328-0180
Email: info@vccs.work
Website: vccs.work
Point in Time Centre for Children, Youth and Parents with Community Living Trent Highlands, Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge, City of Kawartha Lakes (Human Services)
United Way 2022 funding: $10,000
Funded Program: VOICE Peer Advisory Group
Address: 69 Eastern Avenue, PO Box 1306, Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0
Phone: 705-457-5345
Website: www.pointintime.ca
Central Food Network
Project: Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinic Program
2025 UWHO Grant: $1,200
Funding supported the Community Volunteer Income Tax Clinic Program, helping residents with low and modest incomes overcome barriers to filing their taxes and accessing important government benefits and credits.
Mailing Address: PO Box 213, Wilberforce, ON K0L 3C0
Phone: (705) 448-9711
Website: centralfoodnetwork.org
Designations
- EarlyON Child and Family Centre Kawartha Lakes & Haliburton County $2,857 from the LCBO At The Till Campaign, Haliburton Stores
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kawartha Lakes Haliburton $2,857 from the LCBO At The Till Campaign, Haliburton Stores
- Point in Time Centre for Children, Youth and Parents – Food For Kids Program $2,857 from the LCBO At The Till Campaign, Haliburton Stores
- $14,212.90 in designations to other agencies
- $31,843 in designations to the Edwin Binney’s Community Farm & Education Centre
- $52,000 of fresh produce donated to food distribution centres, food banks and food programs in the City of Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County