Kiwanis And You!

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Kiwanis And You!

Kiwanis CalNevHa District - Division 26

KIWANIS MOTTO "Serving the Children of the World"
The name "Kiwanis" was coined from an expression in an American Indian language of the Detroit area, Nunc Kee-wanis, which means, "we trade" or "we have a good time."

What Is Kiwanis?

Kiwanis is an organization of people who want to improve the communities in which they live and work. Membership in a Kiwanis club can provide you with an avenue to become involved in your community and to participate with business and community leaders. Kiwanis lends the energy of a local volunteer organization to accomplish worthwhile service endeavors of your choosing.

Kiwanis Makes A Difference

A Kiwanian is a business person, a neighbor, a friend in your community who makes a difference in the lives of others. A Kiwanian give of him/herself to those who need assistance most. A Kiwanian works for a way of life in which he/she believes.

Who Is Kiwanis For?

Kiwanis is for anyone who wants to assist in improving the lives of others in his/her community. The membership of a Kiwanis club is representative of a broad spectrum of the community it serves and is often made up of business people, community leaders, and retirees alike. Kiwanis membership has something to offer everyone. Likewise, anyone interested in community service has something to offer Kiwanis.

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How Does Kiwanis Work?

Kiwanis clubs accomplish their goals through sponsorship and volunteer hours spent in support of a wide range of projects. Each club selects its projects depending upon the particular needs of their individual community. While projects vary from one club to another, representative projects/recipients of support include:

Boys & Girls Clubs
Childrens Miracle Network
Circle K Clubs, Key Clubs & Kiwin Clubs
Sponsored Youth
Special Literacy Projects

Relay for Life

Worldwide Eradication of Iodine Deficiency Disorder
Meals On Wheels
American Heart Association
YMCA
Adopt-A-Highway
Local Parades
Future Farmers of America
Terrific Kids
Child Safety
Special Olympics
Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts
Girl Scouts
College Scholarships
Child Immunizations and ID
Holiday Food Baskets
Local Schools
Assistance Programs for Senior Citizens
Red Ribbon Week

Pediatric Trauma Prevention

Worldwide Wheel Chair Foundation

What Is My Commitment?

You can choose the level of commitment that you are comfortable with and select the projects that are of interest to you personally. Contribute your time, knowledge, expertise and love as your schedule allows. Bring your personal interests of community organization under the Kiwanis umbrella of sponsored projects. Be sure to join Kiwanis social events where we recognize and celebrate our efforts.

How Can I Participate?

There is a Kiwanis club that meets for breakfast or lunch and is convenient to where you live or work. There you can share in the fellowship of new friends as you hear informative presentations on topical subjects. Keep up with what is happening in your community and in the world around you. Broaden your horizons while meeting new faces and forging new friendships. Join your efforts with theirs as we support our communities and each other.

An individual like you can make a difference to a Kiwanis club and to your community.