Five initiatives selected to receive funding support through the Rural Community Program Fund

The City of Kingston is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Rural Community Program Fund, an annual investment in rural events and initiatives that foster community belonging, celebrate rural life and culture, and create opportunities for residents and visitors to experience Rural Kingston. 

The five successful projects will receive up to $5,000 to support their initiatives:  

• Peirson Park Rink Redevelopment (Joyceville Rink Redevelopment Committee) 

• Well for a Community Garden (Scott Ecological Fund) 

• Sounds of the Pines Concert Series (Sand Hill Presbyterian Church)  

• 5-Stand Recreational Shooting Sport Experience 

(Kingston & District Trap Skeet and Sporting Clays Club) 

• Reusable Programming Equipment (Thousand Islands 4-H Sheep Club)  

“Rural communities are an integral part of Kingston’s identity, and this year’s funded initiatives help bring neighbours together while celebrating the unique character of our rural areas,” said Gary Oosterhof, City Councillor for Countryside District and Chair of the Rural Kingston Working Group. “The passion and commitment of these organizers to create welcoming experiences for residents and visitors ensures our communities remain vibrant, connected and resilient.”  

To recognize this year’s recipients and celebrate the value of rural programming, the City will host a community celebration at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 17 at Glenburnie Firehall, 1485 Unity Rd. Residents are invited to attend, learn more about the initiatives, and meet the organizers.  

The City extends its sincere thanks to the members of the Rural Kingston Working Group for their continued support, leadership and guidance during the application process.  

Learn more about the Rural Community Development Fund and this year’s funding recipients on Get Involved Kingston.