JUST THE FACTS KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL

Dedicated to serving the children of the world, this global volunteer organization

annually raises roughly US$433 million and dedicates more than 7.1 million hours

to strengthening communities and helping children. Through service projects and

fundraisers, Kiwanis members improve their communities, make lifelong friendships

and, most importantly, help children reach their full potential.

ADULTS

Kiwanis International offers three clubs for adults: Kiwanis, Aktion Club and Circle K

International (CKI). Kiwanis clubs serve their communities through more than 516,000

service projects each year. Aktion Club is the only community service club for adults

with disabilities. It provides members with opportunities to become integrated into

their communities while developing initiative and leadership skills. CKI is a student-led

service organization, with clubs on college and university campuses in 19 nations.

YOUTH

Kiwanis offers three clubs for youth: Key Club, Builders Club and K-Kids. Key Club is

the oldest and largest service organization for teens and teaches leadership through

service to others. Builders Club provides students ages 11-14 with opportunities to

develop leadership skills, improve self-esteem, increase civic engagement and learn

life skills through service. K-Kids gives students ages 6-12 opportunities to work

together on service projects, develop leadership potential and create strong character.

PROGRAMS

Kiwanis offers programs for students: Terrific Kids, Bring Up Grades, Key Leader and

the Global Leadership Certificate. Terrific Kids and Bring Up Grades, both for students

ages 6-12, teach children to plan, set goals, work with others and celebrate success.

Key Leader is a weekend experiential leadership retreat for teens. Through the Global

Leadership Certificate, Key Club and CKI members have access to courses on topics

including building meaningful relationships, strategic versus tactical leadership, self-awareness, inclusion, civic engagement and being an agent for change.