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Kiwanis International brings the world together — one community at a time. Today, we stand with more than 600,000 members in more than 80 countries from Kiwanis to Key Club to Circle K and beyond. Each community has different needs, and Kiwanis empowers members to pursue creative ways to serve the need
s of children through local service projects and fundraising. Kiwanis hosts nearly 150,000 service projects each year
OUR HISTORY
Kiwanis International was founded in 1915 by a group of businessmen in Detroit, Michigan, USA. The organization was originally called the Supreme Lodge Benevolent Order of Brothers but changed its name to Kiwanis a year later. The name “Kiwanis” was coined from an expression in an American Indian language of the Detroit area, “Nunc Kee-wanis,” which means, “we trade.” In 1920, the motto of Kiwanis became “We Build.” It remained the motto until 2005 when members voted to change it to “serving the children of the world.” In the early years, members focused on business networking but in 1919, the organization changed its focus to service—specifically service to children. Kiwanis became an international organization with the founding of the Kiwanis Club of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, in 1916. Kiwanis clubs formed in communities across the United States and Canada until the 1960s when worldwide expansion was approved. Today, Kiwanis clubs are helping children thrive, prosper and grow in nearly 80 nations and geographic locations. All people are welcome to participate in the Kiwanis movement of improving communities for children. In 2008, delegates approved a resolution that calls for Kiwanis clubs to celebrate and foster inclusiveness. What is Kiwanis? Kiwanis is a global organization of members is dedicated to serving the children of the world. Kiwanis and its family of clubs— more than 670,000 members strong—annually raise more than US$100 million and dedicate more than 18.5 million volunteer hours to strengthen communities and serve children. Members of every age attend regular meetings, experience fellowship, raise funds for various causes and participate in service projects that help their communities. Members also make an impact throughout the world by participating in Kiwanis International’s Global Campaign for Children, The Eliminate Project: Kiwanis eliminating maternal and neonatal tetanus. What does the name "Kiwanis" mean? The name "Kiwanis" was adapted from the expression "Nunc Kee-wanis" in the Otchipew (Native American) language, meaning "We have a good time," "We make a noise," or, under another construction, "We trade or advertise." Some persons prefer to pronounce the word "ki"; others, "kee." Facts
Kiwanis International was founded in Detroit, Michigan, on January 21, 1915. Today, Kiwanis has 670,000 members, including its Sponsored Youth. Though Kiwanis serves in countries all around the world, its basic objectives are the same. The Objectives of Kiwanis International
1. TO GIVE PRIMACY to human and spiritual rather than to the material values of life.
2. TO ENCOURAGE the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.
3. TO PROMOTE the adoption and the application of higher social, business, and professional standards.
4. TO DEVELOP by precept and example more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship.
5. TO PROVIDE, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic service, and to build better communities.
6. TO COOPERATE in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and goodwill.
