Past Events

The United Way Hoods are back and better than ever! Show your Gryphon pride while giving back to the community with our all-new Varsity Gryphon hoodies, featuring a refreshed logo design. Each hoodie is just $30, with $5 from every purchase donated to United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin. Go visit the booth in the UC Lobby on Thursday, November 20th from 11:00am-3:00pm, to grab yours and support United Way!

Win 4 Tickets to a Raptors Game or 4 Tickets to a Maple Leafs Game, all in support of United Way! Stop by Macdonald Hall on Wednesday, November 5th from 2–4 p.m or the UC Lobby on Monday, November 17th from 12-2pm to purchase your raffle tickets. Cash only: $5 for 1 ticket | $10 for 3 tickets All proceeds support the United Way. Don’t miss your chance to win and make a difference!

Join us for United Way Weekend in Athletics from November 14–16! A portion of every game ticket sold will support United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin. Come cheer on the Gryphons and make a difference... more details coming soon! Tickets can be purchased here: University of Guelph Ticket Sales - Box Office Home

Darren Sargent is an Academic Program Assistant with the School of Language and Literatures, as well as Lieutenant and Primary Reserve Commissioned Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces. Help him celebrate his birthday by donating to his fundraiser and attending his live head shave! All proceeds go toward supporting our local community through the United Way Campaign: Darren Sargent's Birthday Head Shave Fundraiser for United Way.

Join us at Brass Taps for an evening of fun, prizes, and community spirit, hosted by the one and only Gabby Tabak (@triviaguy17 on Instagram). The best part is... $1 from every attendee will be donated to United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin. Date: Tuesday, November 11th from 8-10PM Location: Brass Taps, University of Guelph Reservations: Email brasstaps@uoguelph.ca to save your spot! Come for the trivia, stay for the good vibes and help us make a difference, one question at a time!

Join us on Monday, November 10th at 4:00 PM in the Arboretum for a refreshing fall walk in support of the United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin! Enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies and enter our door prize draw while connecting with classmates, friends and colleagues. All students and faculty are welcome - bring your friends, your walking shoes, and a donation if you’re able. Let’s take a step together toward wellness and community support!

The Ultimate Burger Battle has arrived at U of G!  From November 10th to November 21st, campus dining locations will go head-to-head, each serving up their own signature burger creation in the quest for the Ultimate Burger Title. Competing Locations: Craft Kitchen Royal City Grille LA Grill 100 Mile Grille Mountain Grill

Join us for a creative and relaxing lunchtime event in support of United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin! Attendees will have the chance to decorate jars and frames, fill them with colourful seeds, and learn more about United Way’s impact in our community. There will also be a friendly competitionfor the best-decorated jars and frames, with a small prize for the winner! Plus, you’ll get to see live bean plants up close and learn how they grow and harvest.

Join the School of Continuing Studies for a fun and festive internal Halloween Social on Tuesday, October 29 at 9:30 a.m. in Johnston Hall, Room 154C. Connect with colleagues, listen to an impact speaker and get into the Halloween spirit!   More details to be provided soon!

Join Athletics for a Pilates Reformer Class for United Way! The Pilates Reformer is a system of springs and pulleys that creates resistance. Users can perform a wide range of exercises by using their body weight and the springs for resistance through different types of motion and in all positions (supine, prone, side lying, seated and standing). Come and try a class for a special low price with all proceeds going to the United Way. Athletics offers classes each semester and you can find more information here: https://fitandrec.gryphons.ca/.