News Release June 26, 2014 Tournament supports United Way of KFLA and University Hospitals Kingston Foundation Looking for a day to enjoy a delicious grilled lunch, a fun game of golf and an evening of great food and conversation? Sign up for the 34th Annual Ambassador Hotel Memorial Golf Classic on Thursday, August 28, at the… Read More
United Way Volunteers Receive Ontario Service Awards
News Release June 20, 2014 Each year, the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration hosts receptions in communities across the province to recognize individuals for their years of continued volunteer service with not-for-profit organizations. This year, nine United Way of KFLA volunteers, who have demonstrated a long-term volunteering commitment, will be recognized during a special… Read More
Union Gas employees holding yard sale and barbeque for United Way
News Release June 13, 2014 Union Gas’ employees are joining forces to host a yard sale and barbeque in support of United Way on Saturday, June 21 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 1653 Venture Drive, Kingston. The event will be held rain or shine. Search for treasures with family and friends while enjoying… Read More
Tickets are on Sale for Kingston’s Favourite Garden Party
News Release June 12, 2014 An unforgettable afternoon of fine wine, exceptional food, and live entertainment United Way’s Fare for Friends returns to the Vimy Officer’s Mess, Canadian Forces Base Kingston, on September 7 from 2-6 p.m. Patrons can sample culinary delights, excellent wines and microbrewery beer while enjoying live entertainment and participating in a… Read More
Over 200 volunteers give back
In The News June 9, 2014 Source: CKWS Newswatch Volunteers grabbed tools, gardening gloves or garbage bags today. Over 200 volunteers from 25 different workplaces lent a helping hand to United Way agencies on the 14th Annual “Day of Caring.” They did light construction work, gardening and maintenance tasks around Kingston…. Jobs that non-profit agencies normally couldn’t… Read More
Teen volunteers generous with their time
In the News June 9, 2014 Source: Ian MacAlpine, Kingston Whig-Standard When it comes to volunteering, local high school students are a generous bunch. According to the United Way of Kingston Frontenac Lennox and Addington, 3,364 students this year volunteered 15,326 hours during the Change the World: Ontario Youth Volunteer Challenge. This year’s numbers represented an 85%… Read More
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Youth Volunteer Challenge Surpasses Goals and Breaks Records
News Release June 4, 2014 Local High School Students exceed Volunteer Challenge goals once again Local high school students have exceeded local targets for a third year in a row. This year 3,364 students volunteered for an impressive 15,326 hours during the Change the World: Ontario Youth Volunteer Challenge. This year’s total numbers represent an… Read More
United Way Day of Caring connects volunteers to the community
News Release May 28, 2014 14th Annual Day of Caring on June 6th has highest participation On Friday, June 6th United Way Day of Caring volunteers will come together for a unique opportunity to strengthen their community by taking on light construction, gardening and maintenance tasks at United Way funded agencies across Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox &… Read More
Local Experts Study Youth Homelessness
In the News May 26, 2014 In every city there are some who call the streets their home. Those who aren’t fortunate enough to come home to food on the table. Today, several social agencies are putting their heads together to put an end to youth homelessness in Kingston. Newswatch’s Chris Wiggins has more. Gathering… Read More