Community Foundation for Kingston & Area

We’re delighted we were able to support Youth Diversion’s summer camp. Such wonderful photos of their campers enjoying the best of the season. ☀️

A wonderful feature on the SS Keewatin, and a trbute to the incredible efforts of the staff and volunteers at Great Lakes Museum to bring this unique piece of Canadiana to Kingston! The Keewatin video starts at 10:25.

Old Boats and New Adventures | Great Lakes Now On this episode of Great Lakes Now, we sailed a historic workboat on . Plus, see what it takes to resurrect a era cruise ship.Our first st...

Lovely memories of our visit to Southern Frontenac Community Services Corporation (SFCSC) to present their Community Services Recovery Program grant and get a tour of their facilities and grounds. We were delighted to be able to facilitate this important funding. 😀👏

In a world where mental health struggles often go unnoticed or untreated, Resolve Counselling Services Canada stands as a beacon of hope, illuminating pathways to healing for the most vulnerable among us. We have made a grant to Resolve in order to help them tackle rising mental health challenges for our area children and youth. To learn more, visit our website at www.cfka.org

The Spire, a historic community hub and performing arts venue, has been enhanced through Community Foundation grant funding, enabling upgrades like a new theatrical lighting control board. This investment not only enhances the beauty and versatility of performances but also ensures sustainability for the future. To learn more visithttps://cfka.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CFKA-CIR23-Final-Online.pdf

Did you know that we are building resilience in Youth, Children, and Older Adults through (ARC) Adverse Childhood Experiences & Resilience Coalition of KFLA, and Older Adults Connecting & Belonging (OCAB). For more information: Visit our website https://cfka.org/the-sisters-of-providence-care-of-st-vincent-de-paul-community-impact-fund/

Are you looking for a family doctor? Kingston Community Health Centres is establishing a new Health Home in Kingston to provide 8,000 patients access to more connected care.

The new Health Home will provide comprehensive, on-going primary care for the surrounding neighbourhoods, while also serving as an important community access point for delivering population health services for the broader community, including cancer screenings, prenatal care, well baby care, and sexual health services.

Additionally, it will connect people to health education, social programs, and community social service supports.

Midtown Kingston Health Home - Kingston Community Health Centres This Health Home provides primary care and serves as an important community access point for delivering population health services for the broader community, including cancer screenings, prenatal care, well baby care, and sexual health services.

Our friends at St. Vincent de Paul Society of Kingston are looking for donations of non-perishable food items.

Pantry Donations can be dropped-off to 85 Stephen St.
Monday to Friday from 9am to 1pm
Every little bit helps!

Board Chair, Rob Wood, and Executive Director, Stacy Kelly, of CFKA say "In 2023, [the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area] awarded over $1.5 million in grants to 148 different charities, which have enabled our community partners to deliver vital services and programs, from food security initiatives to youth literacy and education, to engaging arts and mentoring programs, to supporting Indigenous, Black, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, to providing mental health support and enhancing the capacity and sustainability of our community services sector."

Read more at https://cfka.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CFKA-CIR23-Final-Online.pdf?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0610FfibVbX4TbBW-sbs7Y18aOkczqhMq5bFpOKuytnaTagu_1U6R7_7g_aem_mDiyuwPK_xwqvXHPGAIGEg

It’s Here: Building Resilience!🌟We are thrilled to share the Community Foundation of Kingston and Area's 2023 Community Impact Report. This year's theme, "Building Resilience," celebrates the incredible achievements we've made together. Inspired by our guiding statement, "Together, we strengthen communities," we believe that thriving communities create a better world for all.

With the support of Kingstonians, CFKA is making a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. From empowering young girls in sports to helping all in our community find stable employment, we're fostering a brighter future for all. Join us in celebrating our collective impact and continue supporting the causes that matter most to our community. 🌿

Read more at https://cfka.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CFKA-CIR23-Final-Online.pdf.

Our friends at Trellis HIV & Community Care are looking for Board members.

Our friends over at Girls Inc. of Limestone, Algonquin and Lakeshore have had to rebuild their social media presence after having their long-existing page unpublished - for an organization so heavily embedded in our community, this is a striking blow.

We encourage anyone interested to "Like" and/or share their new page (included in this post) to help them rebuild their social network!

Welcome to the new Girls Inc. Limestone Page! We are so grateful you're here and we hope you will consider following us as we work to rebuild our online presence. Thank you for all of your support as we build the next generation of strong, smart, and bold leaders!

Our friends at Kingston Community Health Centres are looking for volunteers! They are hosting an orientation day on July 5 at their Weller Avenue location. RSVP with Spencer at 613-484-8072 or [email protected]

🌟 Calling all Seniors! Join us for a Special Volunteer Orientation Day at KCHC! 🌟

Are you passionate about making a difference in our community? Do you have valuable skills and time to share? We invite you to join us for a Volunteer Orientation Day tailored just for seniors like you!

📅 Date: Friday, July 5
🕘 Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
📍 Location: 263 Weller Ave

At our orientation, you'll learn about the rewarding volunteer opportunities available at our health centre. Whether you're interested in greeting patients, assisting with administrative tasks, or lending a helping hand at events, there's a role for everyone!

This is a wonderful chance to meet fellow volunteers, staff, and learn more about how you can contribute to improving the well-being of others. Breakfast will be provided.

RSVP with Spencer at 613-484-8072 or [email protected].

Let's make a positive impact together! See you there! 🌼

We’re delighted we were able to support this initiative by Wintergreen Studios.

Wildlife in a Warming Climate: Learning to Take Action is a school-based program for junior-aged students which will be designed and delivered collaboratively by Wintergreen Studios and Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre over the 2024-2025 school year. The program focuses on how an understanding of habitats and ecosystems can form the foundation for taking action to preserve and re-wild local habitats. By learning about and engaging in hands-on projects to improve animal habitats, students will take an active role in helping mitigate the effects of a warming climate and, in doing so, foster hope for the future.

Thank you so much to Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA) for funding this initiative through their 2024 Spring Community Grants!

Here’s the program for Kingston’s National Indigenous Day Celebrations in City Park, hosted by Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest.

Good Morning!

Kingston's National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration is today at City Park! 🌞

Join us at 10am for Opening Words, the Kingston Indigenous Peoples Month Proclamation, and delicious fry bread breakfast sandwiches provided by Kewaywin Circle Circle.

At noon, enjoy a Big Drum performance by the St. Pierre's, followed by a drums and shakers presentation by Ollin.

Throughout the day:

Experience a Sacred Fire
Visit our community services fair and market vendors
Enjoy tons of activities for children and youth including bouncy castles, a climbing wall, a fire truck, and sports demonstrations from the Kingston Frontenacs and Queens Athletics & Recreation Centre
Grab yourself a delicious Indian Taco from Cadue's First Foodsand keep cool with some Kona shaved ice
Activities wrap up at 4pm. Then, hop on a FREE bus from City Park to Springer Market Square for an evening celebration:

6:45pm: Opening dance act by the Ward brothers
7pm: FREE concert by 2nd Line Bluegrass!
Don't miss out on this amazing day of celebration and community! 🎉

One of the great summer traditions is back this weekend. https://skeletonparkartsfest.ca

If you need a place for yourself to cool down or one for a friend, family member, or neighbour. https://www.cityofkingston.ca/community-supports/warm-up-cool-down-and-clean-air-locations

Warm Up, Cool Down, and Clean Air Locations | City of Kingston There are places for you to go when it’s too cold, too hot, or if there is unsafe air quality. Before you go, if possible, please call ahead to make sure there is enough space to accommodate. They are good for a quick warm-up or cool-down, but they might not have many extra services.

National Indigenous Peoples Day is on June 21, and recognizes and celebrates the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada. Kingston Native Centre and Language Nest is organizing a day of activities in City Park and Springer Market Square.

Are you passionate about a specific local charity? Our friends at Queen's Vogue Charity Fashion Show (VCFS) are looking for nominations for their charity of choice for 2024/2025. Entering their 28th year, VCFS is Canada's largest student-run fashion show. All proceeds made from ticket sales, fundraising initiatives, and events will go towards a charity. Last year, they raised $77,000 for Extend-A-Family (Kingston). If you're based at a charity or are a pssionate fan of a charity, please nominate by June 21 at 4pm care of their nomination form at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j3izUeghN8_cPKitDxWISLBkQcpUa7YG/edit

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Thank you to the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area for funding Camp Dorset for kidney patients in Kingston this summer! Camp Dorset provides a summer camp experience for adults and youth affected by kidney disease or living with a transplant. This camp is a chance to have new adventures in an environment that provides essential medical services.

June 10th - 16th is Loneliness Awareness Week. There is an epidemic of loneliness in Canada. While loneliness can affect anyone, older adults are particularly impacted by social isolation, with profound impacts on their physical and mental health and wellbeing. According to the National Institue of Ageing, 4 in 10 older adults in Canada are considered to be socially isolated.

The good news? We already know the remedy for loneliness- connection. At our recent Rural Community Connections Event in Verona, participants brainstormed a number of solutions to improve connection in their communities. This week, take a look at their suggestions and consider how you might engage with these ideas in your own community.

Want to learn more? Register for Together Forward (June 25) where we will come together as a community to explore older adult's connection and belonging in KFL&A https://cfka.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=1594. Or, visit our Connection and Belonging Resource Page https://cfka.org/connecting-belonging-resources/

Happy Pride Month! We encourage you to engage with our friends at Trellis HIV & Community Care, Kingston Pride, and TransFamily Kingston. 🏳️‍🌈❤️🏳️‍⚧️

In times of polarization, we must find the humanity in all of us. Community foundations from coast to coast see people as people and are working to create a world where everyone belongs.

CFKA is pleased to announce The Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul as the recipients of the 2024 Community Builder Award. Widely known and admired for their institutional ministries, such as schools and hospitals, The Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul are also heavily engaged in works of peace, social justice, ecology, education, wellness and spirituality. Through their former office of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation, Heirloom Seed Sanctuary, and their ambitions for Providence Village and Providence Manor, the Sisters' vision is to build a community of hope, belonging and well-being for the vulnerable where diverse partners offer compassionate care and support services. The Award will be presented at CFKA's Community Impact Celebration on June 26. Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul

CFKA announces 2024 Community Builder Award | Community Foundation for Kingston & Area CFKA announces 2024 Community Builder Award May 28, 2024 Image caption: Rotating clockwise from top left: Sr. Frances O’Brien, Sr. Diane Brennen, Sr. Gayle Desarmia, Sr. Sandra Shannon CFKA Announces 2024 Community Builder Award The Community Foundation for Kingston & Area (CFKA) is pl...

How can we strengthen connection for older adults in KFL&A? What role do community organizations and service providers play in fostering belonging? What might systemic change to reduce social isolation for older adults require? Join us on June 25th for Together Forward: Improving Connection & Belonging for Older Adults in KFL&A. This event is for those passionate about improving the connection and belonging of older adults in our community. We invite older adults, front-line service providers, and communities of support wo are interested in learning and contributing to this discussion to come together as a community to explore shared goals, interests, and potential synergies. Details and registration: https://tinyurl.com/togetherforward

Our friends at the Kingston School of Art and Window Art Gallery are seeking new Board Directors - and applications are due by this Friday, May 24th!

Join KSOA on their governance board and support the sustainability of the School and Window Art Gallery:

"Seeking members of equity-deserving groups; those with experience in HR/policy development, fundraising, and/or facilities; and/or those with lived experience in any area of the arts as an artist, arts educator, and/or arts manager."

More details can be found on the KSOA website: ksoa.info/get-involved.html

Fostering 2SLGBTQ inclusive communities matters. For local resources and to connect to events and activities please contact our friends at Trellis HIV & Community Care, TransFamily Kingston, and Kingston Pride. 🏳️‍🌈 ❤️ 🏳️‍⚧️

Our inaugural “Day of Learning” for our donors and friends was held at the amazing robotics lab run by BGC South East. They were wonderful hosts and much learning and fun was had by all! 🤖 ❤️

STARK FAMILY FUND 2024 ANNOUNCEMENT

The Stark Family Fund, held within CFKA, will be granting $63,072 to support 10 initiatives by local charitable community service organizations in the Prince Edward County area, projected to directly impact 48,784 individuals, including 8,154 youth.

“As we mark the 20th year of granting from The Stark Family Fund, we are so very pleased to be able to support these diverse and impactful projects that will enhance the community health, resilience, and vibrancy of Prince Edward County”, says Stacy G Kelly, CFKA’s executive director. “Our special thanks to the team of County-based volunteer reviewers who greatly assisted CFKA by playing an integral role in assessing the grants applications.”

A full list of the 10 funded projects can be found at: www.cfka.org/stark-family-fund-2024-announcement/

Stark Family Fund 2024 Announcement | Community Foundation for Kingston & Area Stark Family Fund 2024 Announcement May 3, 2024 Stark Family Fund 2024 AnnouncementMay 3, 2024 | Featured, Foundation News/Updates, Front Page 3, Grants - Stark Family Fund, Media Releases Over $60,000 to be granted by CFKA to community initiatives at 10 County area organizations The Stark Family Fu...