Organismes sans but lucratif à Kingston

The Tetra Society matches locally Kingston skilled volunteers, like engineers, carpenters, handyman, seamstress, etc., to local Kingston residents with a disability, in order to design, build and install a custom assistive device for them, that gives them greater independence in their daily life, school, work, play, hobby, sport or music. Tetra has 30 chapters across Canada with a local Kingston chapter serving local residents.

At Tetra, volunteers design and build custom assistive devices that help people with physical disabilities overcome environmental barriers, increase independence, and improve quality of life.

The 3B Program is an inclusive gardening skills based program for Teens and Adults with exceptionalities, living in Kingston Ontario. This program is run through community cooperation and support. Volunteers are crucial to the success of the program as each participant is partnered with a volunteer support. Over the course of the summer, everyone will have the chance to learn new skills and make new friends. This is a great opportunity for those who are looking to fulfill high school volunteer hours or for adults looking to connect with community. The 3B program runs 9am-2:30pm, every Thursday and Friday throughout the summer. The program is located at the Lakeside Community Garden, 670 Front Rd, Kingston

Our Vision The Kidney Foundation of Canada is committed to achieving excellent kidney health, optimal quality of life, and a cure for kidney disease. Our Mission The Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to eliminating the burden of kidney disease through: Funding and stimulating innovative research for better treatments and a cure; Providing education and support to prevent kidney disease in those at risk and empower those with kidney disease to optimize their health status; Advocating for improved access to high quality healthcare; Increasing public awareness and commitment to advancing kidney health and organ donation.

To be the recognized leader, voice and primary resource in lung health to enable all people to breathe with ease. Vision To improve lung health Values We believe our employees and volunteers are our greatest resources and as such we are committed to providing a passionate, well-managed organization known for its integrity, honesty and trusting relationships. We believe our clients and donors must be treated with the utmost respect, dignity, grace and sensitivity. We believe that research is critical to successfully combat lung disease. We believe all who breathe with difficulty, as well as those who breathe with ease, will be empowered through our provision of quality, up-to-date information on respiratory health. We believe we are a professional organization that seeks out best practices in all we do and upholds the principles of due diligence in the protection of our assets, and maintains the highest possible ethical standards. We do this by: Concentrating our efforts in lung health in the following areas: asthma, smoking-related diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and air quality. Providing accurate, timely and quality information and education programs to a range of audiences, including people who suffer from lung disease and their families, youth, health care providers and the general public and government. Providing for and using ongoing research to support our work and our activities. Supporting medical research studies into lung disease. Raising funds from all legitimate sources. Abiding by all regulatory rules relating to charitable organizations. Ensuring the prudent management of all funds entrusted to us.

The St. Vincent de Paul Society of Kingston is mandated to provide practical assistance and support to individuals and families residing in, or visiting the Kingston area. All services are provided in a compassionate and respectful manner which reflects and reinforces the dignity and humanity of all persons.

Our mission is to make tiny homes a legal housing option. By making tiny homes a legal residence in a variety of municipalities, we will expand the affordable housing options available to all  people.

The Transplant Advocate Association is a registered charity dedicated to providing support, knowledge and encouragement to those touched by organ and/or tissue transplantation and to inform the public about the need and benefits of organ and tissue donation.  This is accomplished by holding regular group chats and events for our members, providing financial support through fundraising raising and by promoting organ and tissue donation through advertising and at public events throughout our area .

The Trek for Teens Foundation is an entirely youth-led and volunteer-run charity that focuses on raising funds and awareness for youth experiencing homelessness in Canada. We strongly believe in youth helping youth, and therefore our team is primarily made up of post-secondary students and young professionals across multiple cities in Ontario and Quebec. We strive to ensure our team member's personal growth is aligned to their work at the charity, and that they are able to develop professionally through our organization.

We help our clients stay healthy, live well and remain active. We support those in frail and failing health and we contribute to the health and improved quality of life of Canadians in their homes and communities, where they want to be.

Virtual CoSA provides online Circles of Support and Accountability to people who have sexually offended and are reintegrating into the community after completing their sentence.

At Volunteer Kingston, we take pride in linking people with local nonprofit community organizations, supporting persons with disabilities, new Canadians, corporations and professionals connect to organizations in and around the city, helping individuals develop skills to advance their careers, and developing knowledge resources that support effective and efficient volunteer capacity.