United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington

10/20/2026

❤️ Join Rural Frontenac Community Services and show your support!

Stop by Mike Deans in Sharbot Lake, grab your raffle tickets for just $5 each, and support local programs and services that make a difference across KFL&A.

🎟️ Every ticket counts, and all proceeds go to United Way KFL&A. Thank you for helping build a stronger community! ❤️

Come find our team outside at Mike Deans in Sharbot Lake selling tickets for our United Way Raffle! Tickets are $5 each. We’re here now until noon! All proceeds go to United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington

10/20/2026

💡 Building Blocks for Making Strategic Choices

How can social service organizations make strategic decisions when needs, resources and priorities keep changing?

Join United Way KFL&A’s Leadership Development Services for a practical virtual workshop exploring how to set priorities, navigate uncertainty and make decisions that adapt as conditions change.

📅 When: Thursday, October 29, 2026
🕜 Time: 1:30–4:00 p.m.
💻 Where: Virtual via Zoom
🎤 Facilitator: Rob Wood, President & CEO of 8020Info
🎟️ Fee: $15

Participants will explore practical tools for framing strategic choices, adapting to changing conditions and making decisions without waiting for perfect information.

👉 Register now: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/leadership-development-services-making-strategic-choices-tickets-1988930459545?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Learn more about United Way KFL&A’s Leadership Development Services: https://www.unitedwaykfla.ca/lds/

10/19/2026

Thank you to the County of Frontenac for bringing colleagues together for a Thanksgiving Staff Wellness BBQ and United Way fundraiser!

It’s wonderful to see workplaces creating opportunities to connect, celebrate community and support local causes. Every contribution helps strengthen communities across Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington.

Looking for a way to make a difference locally? Your generosity can help create lasting change for people across KFL&A.

🔗 Donate today: https://www.unitedwaykfla.ca/give/

10/16/2026

🧥 Coats for Community starts this weekend!

As temperatures drop, a warm coat can make all the difference. ❤️ From October 17 to November 16, donate clean, new or gently used adult winter coats and outerwear in good condition to help keep community members warm this winter.

Last year, more than 1,300 coats and warm clothing items were donated to support people across KFL&A. Let’s keep that warmth going!

📍 Drop off donations at participating locations across Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington, or make a monetary donation to help purchase coats and fill the gaps.

🔗 Find drop-off locations and donate online: https://www.unitedwaykfla.ca/news/coats2026/

🧥 Every coat counts. Every donation makes a difference.

Kingston, ON (October 15, 2026) – As temperatures drop and winter approaches, many community members rely on donated coats to help them keep warm. United Way KFL&A is encouraging the community to help once again during the annual Coats for Community donation drive.

10/14/2026

Max and His Equals are playing Gov Fest 2026!

Join us alongside five other local bands for a night of live music, a silent auction, raffle, and door prizes, all in support of United Way KFL&A!

📅 Saturday, November 14 | Doors at 5 PM | Music at 6 PM
📍 The Buckle (Upstairs) | 255 Princess St.
🎟️ $20 advance | $25 at the door

10/14/2026

MNP Fires Up the BBQ!
The MNP team hosted their annual BBQ in support of United Way KFL&A’s 2026 Fall Campaign. It was a little windy and chilly, but that didn't stop their resident "meat guy," who smoked brisket, salami, and more for the most delicious sandwiches and sides. It's always a BIG hit!
A huge thank you to MNP for bringing colleagues and other businesses in their area together for a delicious lunch, and helping make a difference across KFL&A.

10/13/2026

🥞 Pancakes, connection and campaign spirit! ❤️

The Canadian Forces Base Kingston / Base des Forces canadiennes de Kingston team came together for a fantastic Pancake Breakfast, bringing people from across the Base together in support of the 2026 Fall Campaign.

A special thank you to Base Commander Col. G.M. Grenier-Lachance for supporting the event and ECC Lt. Sheryl Howson for helping make it a success.

Thank you to everyone at CFB Kingston for getting involved and helping make a difference in the community! ❤️

10/12/2026

Wishing everyone in our community who celebrates a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡🍂
May your day be filled with gratitude, good company, and moments of joy. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, happy, and healthy Thanksgiving!

10/09/2026

Wishing everyone a safe, happy and meaningful Thanksgiving long weekend! 🧡🍂

Please note that the United Way KFL&A office will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, for Thanksgiving and will reopen on Tuesday, October 13, at 8:30 a.m.

While Thanksgiving can be a time of gratitude and connection, holidays can also be challenging for many in our community. Even while the office is closed, 211 is always available to help connect people with support.

If you or someone you know needs help and isn't sure where to turn, call or text 2-1-This free service connects people to community, social, non-clinical health and government services, available in more than 150 languages by phone, web and text.
Learn more at https://211.ca/

❤️ Together, let's continue caring for our community and ensuring everyone knows where to turn for support.

10/09/2026

Did you know? ❤️
60,000 people experience homelessness on any single night across Canada.

United Way KFL&A supports local programs that help people access nutritious food, essential items and stable housing.

In 2025, 238 individuals experiencing homelessness received support through transitional or supportive housing programs funded by United Way KFL&A, helping people move toward greater stability and independence.

Your support helps people meet their basic needs and move from poverty to possibility.

Together, change our tomorrow, today.