Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and on Nov. 5, a group of approximately 50 retirees in the Kingston community enjoyed that meal together as part of the first Retirees United Breakfast Club. Retirees United started when now chair of the committee, Jim Parker, wondered what retirees who had been contributing and… Read More

Every year, the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration offers local not-for-profit organizations the opportunity to recognize their volunteers for years of volunteer service. United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington is always pleased to nominate individuals that help grow our community through their hard work and dedication. The Ontario Volunteer Service Awards recognize individuals… Read More

Last year, United Way KFL&A helped over 53,000 people locally through 64 programs at 42 agencies. But none of that support would be possible without the support of the community and without the support of our amazing media partners. We’re thankful for the efforts of our friends at our local radio stations who have joined… Read More

Rockin’ the Big House is here  and as with any major concert event, there are some things to know before you go. Below is a list of things attendees should be aware of. Road Closures: King Street will be closed in front of Kingston Penitentiary between Sir John A MacDonald Blvd. to Gardiner St. so… Read More

Growing up in the Kingston area, Kris Abbott never thought she’d be playing a concert like Rockin’ the Big House one day. “It’s really a major opportunity and it is just going to be a wonderful show.” Abbott grew up in Perth and moved to Kingston to pursue music. She eventually joined the Pursuit of… Read More

Every year, workplace employee campaigns make up nearly 70 per cent of the funds raised through the United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington’s annual campaign. Through employee giving and workplace events, workplace employees support the community through their generous donations. A question that’s often asked is: what makes a workplace campaign successful? To answer… Read More

Rockin’ the Big House is just weeks away and as preparations continue, the most important members of the event team are also getting prepared.  On the morning of August 19, volunteers were invited to the historic site to get a glimpse of what it will all look like and learn what their role for the… Read More