Initiatives

Gift of Hope

Tis the season of giving and there are many ways to give back to people in your community who are in need.

Community Donation Drive

Acceptable donations include: non perishable food, clothing items, new hats, mittens, and socks, new and gently used winter boots, coats and hygiene products

Social Services Recovery Task Force

The Social Services Recovery Task Force started by United Way in May 2020 explore opportunities for stabilization, collaboration and coordination among agencies in the social services sector in KFL&A.

Coat Drive

Clean, new or gently used adult coats. Coats must be washable only. No leather, heavy wool or other clothing please. Distribution will be done by agencies serving vulnerable population.

Senior Helping Seniors

Since the beginning of the pandemic, our community has been quick to respond and help those who are most vulnerable.

Tampon Tuesday

Tampon Tuesday is a program about dignity. The grassroots movement began in 2009 and continues to grow as an opportunity to collect products for people experiencing period poverty.

United Together

United Together – Show your Local Love, wear a mask. United Together that aims to provide masks to the most vulnerable members of our communities

Backpack Campaign

Every year United Way KFL&A provides funding for the Backpack Campaign, an annual program that provides families and children with supplies for another school year.

"My wife and I have always donated to the United Way KFL&A because we know the donated funds are used in our community. In my retirement, I have become more aware of the people in need in our community. I encourage you to support these vital programs by volunteering and by making a donation. Through the United Way you make a difference in the lives of so many." - Jim Parker

"With our United Way funding, we go right to the grocery store or a local supplier and purchase the food that helps a student take advantage of everything school has to offer. You can be confident that your donation to the United Way stays here, in KFL&A and supports students in our community" - Brenda Moore, Food Sharing Project

“United Way came in and adopted us and things changed dramatically, we didn’t have people waiting on the step for a bed in the winter. They stay as long as they need to and we help them get into transitional housing. We provide them with structure and help them. Because of United Way we get to help raise these children and I feel honoured and so proud to know them.” - Denise Lamb, Kingston Youth Shelter