Help Shape Our Future
Established in 1995, the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area strengthens our community by connecting the generosity of donors with the energy and ideas of people and charities addressing community needs. We support charities and other agencies by providing grants to create a more welcoming and resilient community. Donors have established over 240 charitable funds held by the Community Foundation, with a combined value of over $40M. In 2025, the Foundation made $2.8M in grants to hundreds of charities.
The Board of Directors of the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area is seeking Directors for an initial term of two (2) years, beginning June 24, 2026. Thank you for your interest in applying for the Board Director role.
Role of a Director
The ultimate decision-making body of the Community Foundation, the Board is a governance board and typically meets up to 8 times annually and focuses on:
Determining the vision and mission as well as the goals and objectives of the Community Foundation.
Developing and approving policies that guide the fulfillment of the mission and that express the values and guiding principles that determine the Foundation’s activities and goals.
Establishing long-term financial and investment plans to ensure the stability and long-term sustainability of the Foundation; Establishing policy for long term stewardship of donors.
Granting though our Community Grants, Stark Family Fund and Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund granting programs. Annual operating plan and budget; Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul Community Impact Fund Annual Plan (including budget); audited Annual Financial Statements; and appointing and evaluating the performance of the Executive Director.
Accessibility & Inclusion
The Community Foundation is committed to embodying the principles of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenization. We encourage candidates from equity-deserving groups and those with a diversity of lived experience (including Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, Women, 2SLGBTQIA+ and Persons with disabilities) to apply. We also encourage youth (18-30) to apply to be a director.
We seek to provide an inclusive and barrier-free environment, beginning with the recruitment process and provide accommodation as needed for all applicants. If you require accommodation throughout any stage of the application process or as part of a potential on-going role with the Board, all efforts will be made to meet your needs. Please contact info@cfka.org with any questions.
Skills and Experience Priorities
We are seeking deep understanding and demonstrated competencies in:
Board Leadership, Development and Governance
Financial Management and/or Accounting
Investment Management
Impact Measurement and Evaluation
Government Relations and Advocacy
Fundraising and Philanthropy
Application Process
Applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the following information to assist with the preparation of their application:
2026-27 Board Application Cycle Information:
March 9-28: Application Period
March 23-30: Selection Committee Review & Shortlisting
April: Interviews
May: Final Selection for recommendation to the Members.
June 24: Annual Members Meeting/Board Meeting
June 25: 2026-27 Board of Directors Term Start
June – September: Director Onboarding
September 23: Board Meeting
Application Information
Deadline: March 28
A complete application will include the following:
Contact details
A resume
CV or professional bio (as an attached document in Word or PDF format)
A personal Statement of Interest
Only complete applications will be reviewed by the Nominating Committee for consideration.
All applicants invited to the interview stage can expect to receive communication on the status of their application in April. Please contact board@cfka.org with any questions or to arrange to speak with a member of the Nominating Committee prior to submitting your application.
