HISTORY

KIWANIS IS SERVICE

Kiwanis International began in 1915 in Detroit, Michigan. Since then, the organization has grown to about 9,000 clubs in more than 80 nations around the world- fulfilling our motto "We Build".

Today more than 300,000 men and woman are working to improve their local communities and the lives of people all around the globe.

The typical Kiwanis club plans numerous projects every year that focus on special needs in the community. Many clubs also provide ongoing support for programs such as HeadStart. Reading is Fundamental, local youth centers; elderly care facilities and more.

"Young Children: Priority One" is a program that places continuing focus on club projects that address the needs of young children from prenatal to age five. Kiwanians are involved in many projects aiding in child safety, childcare, early development, infant health, nutrition and parenting skills.

Kiwanis provides an opportunity for individuals to make a difference together in their community where one individual is not able to alone. Through the members' collective efforts, local communities directly benefit from Kiwanis' service.