Hats, scarves and mittens may not be traditional holiday tree decorations, but they are for the Bank of Montreal in the Cataraqui Centre. Each year, after Remembrance Day, staff at the branch put up their eight foot Christmas tree and they ask the community to help decorate it with items to help keep kids warm… Read More
Queen’s Engineering Students turn Grant Hall into a Starry Night
Queen’s Engineering Students turn Grant Hall into a Starry Night The Science formal open house offers public walkthroughs by donation to United Way Kingston, ON (October 30, 2019) – Queen’s Engineering students are welcoming the public in to view their highly anticipated 2019 Science Formal on Saturday, November 2nd, from 12 noon – 3:00pm at… Read More
United Way KFL&A recognized on top 100 charity list
United Way KFL&A is proud to announce that our organization has, once again, been recognized by Charity Intelligence on their top 100 Rated Charities list for 2019. The list looks at 750 charities across the country and rates them based on rating methodology. According to their rankings, the top 100 charities: are leaders in reporting… Read More
Novelis employees show their Local Love with United Way Project
Hands-on volunteer project helps with renovations at Kingston Youth Shelter KINGSTON, ONT. (October 14, 2019) – Novelis, the world’s premier producer of rolled aluminum and the global leader in aluminum recycling, will be showing their local love in our region, as part of the company’s global Novelis volunteer month projects. Since 2012, Novelis employees have… Read More
United Way KFL&A volunteers recognized for years of service
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
Kingston Radio is United for United Way
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 grosses $365,000 to support United Way’s youth initiatives
Rockin’ The Big House grosses $365,000 to support United Way’s youth initiatives United Way thanks all the bands, supporters, volunteers and staff that made it a great success KINGSTON, ON. / Sept. 26, 2019 – On September 14, 2019, over 3,000 community members attended a historic concert on the… Read More
Rockin’ the Big House: What to Know Before you Go
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
“It is amazing to play this show for the United Way and the community”: The Pursuit of Happiness excited to Rock the Big House
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
United Way of KFL&A Announces 2019 Campaign Goal
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release United Way of KFL&A Announces 2019 Campaign Goal $3,551,000 goal encourages community to show their local love KiNGSTON, ON (September 6, 2019) – The United Way KFL&A has announced a goal of $3,551,000 for the 2019 campaign. The announcement was made this morning in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the annual… Read More