Media Alert
September 9, 2013
20th Fare For Friends Raised Over $90,000 For United Way of KFL&A
The 20th anniversary of Fare For Friends on September 8 raised $90,200 for United Way of KFL&A, 19% more than last year’s event.
Organizers extended a special thank you to all the participants, sponsors, restaurants, wineries and breweries, individuals and companies that donated items for our auction. With their generosity, Kingston’s favourite garden party continues to be a successful fundraising event for the United Way and your community.
Fare for Friends is the largest fundraising event of the United Way of KFL&A. Over the past 20 years, the event has raised over a million dollars for programs that help people in our community when they need it most.
Campaign 2013 will officially kick off on Tuesday, Sept. 10, with the announcement of this year’s fundraising goal at the Ambassador Conference Resort.
About United Way of KFL&A
United Way works with individuals, organizations and key partners to build and strengthen our community, bringing people and resources together to facilitate change. Our vision is a future where people are self-sufficient in a community, where individuals live with hope, dignity and a sense of belonging. Visit www.unitedwaykfla.ca for more information.
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Media Contact:
Bhavana Varma, President & CEO, United Way KFL&A
613-542-2674 ext. 2, bvarma@unitedwaykfla.ca
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