NEWS RELEASE For immediate release United Way KFL&A offering virtual Leadership Development Services WorkshopsPublic workshops are designed for board members, senior staff and volunteersKINGSTON, ON (March 24, 2021) – United Way KFL&A works to strengthen the voluntary sector of our community by offering training and workshops to non-profit organizations throughout KFL&A. The Leadership Development Services… Read More
In the News: Letter of reflection on COVID-19: One year later
The following was published by the Kingstonist on March 15, 2021. Last week, on March 11, it was the one-year anniversary of the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Like all organizations, a lot changed for United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington during that initial week in 2020 – we made the difficult decision to… Read More
Second annual Tampon Tuesday donation drive encourages community to donate menstrual hygiene products for individuals in need
Second annual Tampon Tuesday donation drive encourages community to donate menstrual hygiene products for individuals in need Donations will be collected from March 2 – 16, 2021 throughout KFL&A Kingston, ON (February 25, 2021) United Way KFL&A is excited to partner with Bell Media, national Tampon Tuesday partner, local Labour partners and Shoppers Drug Mart… Read More
211 Day to increase awareness of valuable service locally and across Canada
211 Day to increase awareness of valuable service locally and across Canada Kingston City Hall to be lit up red in a “United Glow” to celebrate 211 Day Kingston, February 10, 2021 – February 11 is 211 Day across North America and this year, the service is marking its first year being available nationwide across… Read More
Over $350,000 granted locally in second funding round of federal Emergency Community Support Fund
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release: Over $350,000 granted locally in second funding round of federal Emergency Community Support Fund Government of Canada fund aims to help organizations adapt and increase frontline services for vulnerable populations during COVID-19. Kingston, ON (December 4, 2020) – Local charities have received a boost of over $350,000 in federal funding… Read More
Donation Drive calls on community members to support each other this winter
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Donation Drive calls on community members to support each other this winter Leon’s Centre, Kingston Frontenacs & United Way KFL&A partner to help the most vulnerable community members KINGSTON, ON (Dec. 2, 2020) – ‘Tis the season of giving and many people in the Kingston community are looking for ways… Read More
United Way KFLA raises more than $3.5 million
Community-wide effort shows commitment to supporting most vulnerable community members during difficult time KINGSTON, ON (Nov. 26, 2020) The United Way KFL&A announced today that the annual campaign goal of $2.9 million has been surpassed, with the community raising $3,180,301. This achievement was announced by Campaign Chair Antje McNeely during a virtual campaign touchdown event on… Read More
Submit your application now for a Community Investment Fund Grant
KINGSTON, ON /November 24, 2020 — Charities and not-for-profit organizations may now apply for one-time grants of up to $25,000 through the Community Investment Fund. Funded by the City of Kingston and United Way KFL&A, the Community Investment Fund aims to support local programs and projects to encourage an innovative and collaborative response to social… Read More
Annual Coat Drive calls on community members to keep each other warm and safe this winter
Kingston Health Sciences Centre, United Way KFL&A and community partners ensure coat drive continues during pandemic KINGSTON, Ont. (October 20, 2020) – As temperatures continue to drop and winter approaches, coats become a necessity for everyone to stay warm and safe. Many community members rely on donated items to help keep them warm, but with… Read More
Novelis employees continue to show their Local Love with United Way Project
News Release For Immediate Release: Novelis employees continue to show their Local Love with United Way Project Hands-on volunteer project helps with renovations at Kingston Youth Shelter transitional home KINGSTON, ONT. (November 2, 2020) – Novelis, the world’s premier producer of rolled aluminum and the global leader in aluminum recycling, will be showing their local… Read More