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
Archives for May 2014
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
Success by 6: Putting children first
In the News May 22, 2014 United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington wants to remind Kingston that the most crucial time for children’s development is between birth and six years. “It’s a key age,” Bhavana Varma, president and chief executive officer of the local United Way, said. “We as a community need to ensure… Read More
Forum to Discuss Ending Youth Homelessness on May 23
News release May 22, 2014 Forum planned to discuss goals and strategies to end youth homelessness in Kingston and Area Kingston’s second forum to discuss strategies to end youth homelessness is scheduled May 23rd at the Ambassador Conference Resort. United Way has been working on an action plan, in close collaboration with youth and a… Read More
United Way Campaign Chair looks at busy summer ahead
In the News May 20, 2014 The new chair of the region’s annual United Way campaign is no stranger to the cause. Carrie Batt, who heads up the 72nd campaign for the Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington region, has been volunteering for the group for the past eight years. “I’m looking forward to the months… Read More
Community organizations offered “Suite” deal – and free hockey tickets – at Rogers K-Rock Centre
In the News (Source: City of Kingston) May 15, 2014 The City is offering community organizations use of a Community Suite – and free tickets – to regular season Kingston Frontenac games at the Rogers K-Rock Centre. New Community Suite Allocation Guidelines offer a simplified application process to make it easier for eligible applicants to… Read More
Get Your United Way Next Gen Sociable Tickets
News Release May 15, 2014 Successful event returns on the May long weekend United Way Next Gen’s signature event, Next Gen Sociable returns on Sunday, May 18, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Four Points By Sheraton Kingston. Next Gen Sociable provides a unique chance to sample specialty beer and whisky from around… Read More
Success By 6 Week launches in KFLA
In the News May 5, 2014 Pick up a book and read to the children in you life That’s the message from a beloved character who visited Kingston on Saturday. Franklin the Turtle made a public appearance at the Kingston Chapters store in support of the United Way. Local celebrities, including readers from CKWS, took… Read More
Kinder Splash at newly renovated Artillery Park for United Way Success By 6 Week
News Release May 1, 2014 Young children are invited to get active and check out the newly renovated Artillery Park Aquatic centre on Saturday, May 3rd. Kinder Splash will be held May 3rd from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the newly renovated Artillery Park Aquatic Centre at 382 Bagot Street. Artillery Park Aquatic Centre has been under construction… Read More
Join Franklin the Turtle for Story Time during United Way Success By 6 Week
News Release May 1, 2014 Franklin the Turtle will be visiting the Kingston Chapters store once again for a special story time during United Way Success By 6 Week. He’ll be joined by six local celebrity readers from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. This event has proven to be popular year… Read More