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Kingston Community Climate Action Fund Achieves Fundraising Goal for Extend-A-Family Kingston Project
The City of Kingston is excited to announce that Extend-A-Family Kingston (EAF) will receive $30,000 for its GrowAbility Hydroponic Greenhouse Project. This project aims to address the City’s climate action goals while fostering sustainability, inclusivity, and local food security in the community. This fundraising initiative by EAF was selected by the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund (KCCAF) in 2024.
The GrowAbility Hydroponic Greenhouse Project will now upgrade and scale the operations of two hydroponic greenhouses capable of producing over 10,000 heads of fresh, locally grown produce every year. By utilizing hydroponic technology, the project will use 90% less water than traditional farming, eliminate the need for soil, avoid greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, and increase climate resiliency by sustainably producing local food year-round.
“We are thrilled to successfully reach our fundraising goal for the 2025 Kingston Community Climate Action Fund campaign, supporting Extend-A-Family Kingston’s Community GrowAbility Hydroponic Greenhouse project. This project will provide healthy, local, sustainably produced food for those in need in our community and create new opportunities for people of all abilities to foster new skills and a sense of belonging. This successful outcome would not have been possible without our key partnership with the Kingston Community Credit Union, and above all else, the generosity of all those who supported the campaign. Thanks to everyone who made this vision a reality and stay tuned as the KCCAF continues to make an impact year over year!” said Soren Christianson, Project Manager, Climate Leadership Division, Growth & Development Services.
The KCCAF fundraising goal for this project was $30,000. Fundraising took place from December 2024 through March 2025, and 100% of the funds raised will go to the Extend-A-Family project.
“We are incredibly grateful to the City of Kingston and everyone who supported the Community Climate Action Fund campaign. Thanks to this funding, our hydroponics program can expand to provide over 10,000 heads of fresh produce annually, while also offering inclusive, hands-on learning opportunities for people of all abilities. This project is not only about growing food — it’s about growing community, sustainability, and belonging,” says Ian Cholmodeley, Extend-A-Family Kingston’s Program Manager of Innovation, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Program participants harvest produce from a hydroponic greenhouse.
Now in its fifth year, the KCCAF continues to support innovative local initiatives that drive climate action and foster community engagement. Thanks to the partnership with KCCU and the generosity of the Kingston community, 100% of donations will directly support the GrowAbility project.
“Without significant emissions reductions over the near term, the world will see more extreme weather events, and over the next two decades global warming above the targeted 1.5 degrees Celsius. The adverse impact will globally and locally be greatest for the vulnerable and marginalized,” said Jon Dessau, CEO, Kingston Community Credit Union. “KCCU’s mission is to improve the financial well-being of the community we live in, and nothing is more meaningful than helping Extend-A-Family and other local organizations become part of the solution with our support for the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund.”
About the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund
The Kingston Community Climate Action Fund was established to promote and financially support impactful local projects that address climate change. By raising awareness and providing funding, the program encourages community members to take part in meaningful climate action. Each year, a local charity is selected to lead a community-supported initiative aimed at advancing sustainability goals. Learn more about the KCCAF at CityofKingston.ca/KCCAF.
Robbie lives out his dream on the golf course, with help from Extend-A-Family Kingston
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Organization makes golf inclusive, creating a path for participants to play at exclusive Cataraqui Golf Club.
Extend-A-Family Kingston has been quietly shaping lives for years, but if you’ve never needed their services, there’s a good chance you haven’t heard of them. That’s something the team is hoping to change.
