Unite with Trent and support Peterborough and Durham
The United Way helps those in need and the agencies that provide necessary services and resources.
For 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.
2025 Workplace Campaign
How to Donate
Complete your pledge form
- Pledge forms have been mailed to all employees.
- If you didn't receive one, or need a replacement, email unitedway@trentu.ca
- Give through payroll deduction, cash, cheque or credit card
- Attribute your gift to United Way Peterborough or Durham Region
- New donors, or returning donors increasing their gift by at least 10% will have their gift matched!
Give Online
- Be sure to indicate your gift is part of Trent's workplace campaign
Retiree Gift Agreement Form
Retirees will receive a gift agreement in the mail
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 17 @ 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).
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 17 for a chance to win a Trent Sweater from the Bookstore.
Faculty & Staff Draws: Donate by November 30 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
- Peterborough:
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.
Questions?
Trent community is encouraged to reach out to unitedway@trentu.ca for any campaign or giving questions.