In the News August 30, 2012 Kingston’s favourite garden party Sept. 9 A great cause has never tasted so good. Fare For Friends, which is hosted by the United Way, is now in its 18th year. During its run, it’s become known as Kingston’s favourite garden party. This year’s event takes place Sept. 9 from… Read More
United Way KFL&A 70th Annual General Meeting
Media Alert Monday, June 4, 2012 – United Way KFL&A 70th Annual General Meeting To: News and Assignment Editors, Directors and Writers United Way serving Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington will publically unveil its 2011 Annual Report to the community during its 70th Annual General Meeting. The annual report, which is featured on the United… Read More
12th Annual United Way Day of Caring Friday, June 8, 2012
Media Alert Monday, June 4, 2012 – 12th Annual United Way Day of Caring Friday, June 8, 2012 To: News and Assignment Editors, Directors and Writers Over 200 volunteers will spend the day at local agencies and organizations throughout Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington during a community wide event that demonstrates the power of volunteerism…. Read More
First Annual HopScotch Takes Place This Saturday
For Immediate Release May 16, 2012 – First Annual HopScotch Takes Place This Saturday Celebration of Beer, Scotch and Music to raise funds for the United Way If you’re looking for something fun to do this long weekend, it’s still not too late to purchase your ticket for the First Annual HopScotch Kingston. HopScotch will… Read More
Call For Research Interest Poverty Reduction in Kingston
In the News Call For Research Interest Poverty Reduction in Kingston Poverty reduction became a priority in the city of Kingston starting with a Mayor’s Task Force on Poverty in 2007. In the early part of 2011, a series of community engagements were held to develop goals and objectives. Background is available on a Poverty… Read More
Celebrating Local Heroes
In the News May 15, 2012 – Celebrating Local Heroes Queen’s University Alumni Association Honours Daren Dougall & Bhavana Varma The Kingston Branch of the Queen’s University Alumni Association (QUAA) is honouring two local heroes: Queen’s alumnus Daren Dougall, Executive Director of the Youth Diversion Program and Bhavana Varma, President and CEO of United Way… Read More
Ontario Change The World April 15-May 6
Media Alert Wednesday, May 2, 2012 – Ontario Change The World Who: Youth in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington What: United Way Volunteer Services is facilitating a youth volunteer campaign, a province-wide strategy to encourage youth to volunteer in their communities. Why: With a goal of 300-500 total hours of youth volunteering during this 3 week… Read More
United Way Next Gen Hosts First Annual HopScotch on May 19
For Immediate Release May 1, 2012 – United Way Next Gen Hosts First Annual HopScotch on May 19 More than one dozen brewers and distillers to take part in first annual event Tickets are now on sale for the First Annual HopScotch Kingston. HopScotch, sponsored by Empire Life, is a celebration of local and independent… Read More
Fleming Steps Up to Lead United Way Campaign
For Immediate Release April 18, 2012 – Fleming Steps Up to Lead United Way Campaign Banking Leader Becomes 70th Campaign Chair One of KFL&A’s prominent banking executives has agreed to lead the region’s largest annual fundraising campaign. The United Way serving Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington announced today that Lloyd W. Fleming, Vice President of… Read More
United Way to Announce 2012 Campaign Goal
For Immediate Release August 29, 2012 United Way to Announce 2012 Campaign Goal Join us for the Annual Campaign Kick-off Breakfast on September 11 United Way serving Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington (KFL&A) will launch its 2012 campaign on Tuesday, Sept. 11, with a Kick-off Breakfast at the Ambassador Conference Resort. The doors open at… Read More