NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: United Way makes 100 top-rated charities list United Way of KFL&A ranked by MoneySense.ca as a top 100 Canadian charity KINGSTON, ONT. / November 19, 2018 – For nine years, MoneySense‘s Charity 100 has been helping Canadians make informed choices about their donations. In their most recent article, MoneySense reported that… Read More
Empire Life raises $271,800 for United Way
Empire Life raises more than $271,800 for United Way (Kingston, ON – November 15, 2018) – The annual Empire Life United Way campaign surpassed its goal, raising more than $271,800 to benefit United Ways across Canada. The company matched employee and retiree pledges up to $125,000. “Our goal this year was $240,000. We chose the… Read More
City and United Way release 2018 homelessness enumeration and survey results
City and United Way release 2018 homelessness enumeration and survey results KINGSTON, ONT./Nov. 8, 2018 – The City of Kingston and United Way of KFL&A are releasing the results of the 2018 enumeration of people who were homeless in the City of Kingston and County of Frontenac. Through an Urban Kingston Point-In-Time Count and a… Read More
Novelis Neighbor Supports Local Project through United Way
News Release For Immediate Release: Novelis Neighbor Supports Local Project through United Way Hands-on volunteer project helps with renovations at new L&A County Youth Hub in Napanee. KINGSTON, ONT. (November 6, 2018) – Novelis, the world’s premier producer of rolled aluminum and the global leader in aluminum recycling, will be making a difference in our… Read More
Queen’s Engineering Students turn Grant Hall into Vegas North
Media Release For immediate release: Queen’s Engineering Students turn Grant Hall into Vegas North The Science formal open house offers public walkthroughs by donation to United Way Kingston, ON (October 24, 2018) – Queen’s Engineering students are welcoming the public in to view their highly anticipated 2019 Science Formal on Saturday, November 3rd, from 12… Read More
Bourgon Construction Helping to Build a Better Community
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Bourgon Construction Helping to Build a Better Community Grand opening of Kingston office doubles as fundraising event for United Way KFL&A KINGSTON, ONT. / October 11, 2018 – Bourgon Construction’s motto is Building better, together. Which is exactly what their support for the local United Way also represents. Bourgon Construction’s… Read More
United Way of KFL&A Announces 2018 Campaign Goal
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release United Way of KFL&A Announces Campaign Goal $3,456,000 goal aims to change thousands of local lives KINGSTON, ON (September 7, 2018) – The local United Way has announced a goal of $3,456,000 for this year’s campaign. The announcement was made this morning in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the annual kickoff… Read More
United Way Campaign Kick-off Breakfast next Friday
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: United Way Campaign Kick-off Breakfast next Friday United Way to announce campaign goal on September 7th, 2018 KINGSTON, ONT. / August 29, 2018 – On September 7th, over 500 dedicated United Way supporters will start the day with a hot buffet breakfast at the Ambassador Hotel & Conference Centre. Doors open… Read More
Good Food Stands increase access to healthy food
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release: Good Food Stands increase access to healthy food Fresh produce at reduced prices in 5 pilot locations Kingston, Ontario. August 15, 2018 – Food Access has emerged as a theme for poverty reduction in Kingston and Area, providing enhanced access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food for all residents of… Read More
Pickleball United Media Release 2018
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Registration open for second annual Pickleball United Friendly tournament raises funds for United Way KINGSTON, ON. / August 5, 2018 – If you enjoy badminton, tennis or table tennis, then you’ll love Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun racquet sport that is perfect for people of all ages and skill levels…. Read More