Kiwanis Club of Columbus

06/23/2026

Secretary Kelli & Vice President Rob are Manila, Philippines bound for the 2026 International Convention!! We’re excited to have them representing our club these next 4 days.

06/20/2026

We’re having a blast at Pollinator Palooza! Stop by and see us in Franklin Park between now and 3pm.

06/13/2026

While you’re enjoying the Columbus Arts Festival today & tomorrow, please stop by Booth 608, The Bier Garten, located between Washington St. and Belle St.

We will be serving beer, other alcoholic beverages, and soft drinks throughout the festival. When you’re ready for a refreshment, we’d appreciate your support.

Every purchase helps support Kiwanis programs that benefit children and families in our local community. We look forward to seeing you at The Bier Garten!

06/12/2026

While you’re enjoying the Columbus Arts Festival this weekend, stop by Booth 608, The Bier Garten, located between Washington St. and Belle St.

We will be serving beer, other alcoholic beverages, and soft drinks throughout the festival. When you’re ready for a refreshment, we’d appreciate your support.

Every purchase helps support Kiwanis programs that benefit children and families in our local community. We look forward to seeing you at The Bier Garten!

06/12/2026

While you're enjoying the Columbus Arts Festival, stop by Booth 608, The Bier Garten, located between Washington St. and Belle St.

We will be serving beer, other alcoholic beverages, and soft drinks throughout the festival. When you're ready for a refreshment, we'd appreciate your support.

Every purchase helps support Kiwanis programs that benefit children and families in our local community. We look forward to seeing you at The Bier Garten!

Final reminders for the Columbus Arts Festival this weekend!

1. Check ColumbusArtsFestival.org for schedules, maps, list of artists, everything.

2. Download the digital guidebook for full schedules, artist booth listings, hands-on activities descriptions, and more.

3. Take the COTA bus, park your bike at the corral, hop a scooter, use a Veo bike share, or reserve parking through the ParkColumbus app.

4. Hydrate! You’ll find water, G&J Pepsi products, cold brew from Graeter's Ice Cream, and lemon shake-ups from Whole World Lemonade throughout the Festival grounds. (And there’s beer and non-alcoholic beer, boozy slushies, and wine-in-a-can for the adults!)

5. Leave your pets at home!

05/14/2026

Last month, we held a Countdown Party at in Westerville for the final 2 hours of our Coolest Dog Contest! Thank you to all who stopped by and supported this year’s fundraiser that raised over $31,000 to support local children and families. Fun fact: our 2026 coolest pup was Tiny, pictured on the left in this photo!

05/10/2026

Founded on May 10, 1916, just one year after began in Detroit, we became the fifth-oldest club in Kiwanis International. Our Club was created by a group of prominent Columbus businessmen and had an initial membership of 163 members.

Often referred to as the “Downtown Club,” we have contributed much to the community during our 110-year history. In 1921, we supported the establishment in Ohio of a rural police force, which later became the Ohio Highway Patrol. In 1923, we established the Kiwanis Health Center in the Linden neighborhood of Columbus, with a primary goal of reducing the then high infant mortality rate. In 1937, we played a central role in the creation of the Columbus BoyChoir, which later moved to Princeton, New Jersey and became the American BoyChoir.

In 1977, we co-sponsored the creation of Crime Solvers Anonymous and remained active in its financial support, as well as in providing board members. In 1980 we created, with the cooperation of the Columbus City Schools, the Columbus Kiwanis College Fair, which still annually helps to connect high school seniors with representatives from over dozens of colleges and universities.

More recently, we’ve awarded thousands of dollars in grants to local nonprofits supporting children and families across Central Ohio. We also sponsor the Salamander Garden within the two-acre Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden at Franklin Park Conservatory, providing interactive, nature-based experiences that connect kids to the natural world. Our work today continues the mission we’ve carried for over a century: making a lasting difference in the lives of children.

05/09/2026

Earlier this week, we served our monthly meal at Manna Cafe and were fortunate to have donate the meal. It was a day after Cinco de Mayo, but the guests didn’t mind one bit! In fact, many asked for seconds. Thank you for your generosity and tasty meal for those in need! And thank you Kiwanians for continuing to show up and serve your community.

05/01/2026

The winner of the 2026 Coolest Dog Contest in Columbus is….Tiny!

More important, the contest raised more than $31,000 to support children and families across Central Ohio.

We are so grateful for all of the participants this year, our sponsors and everyone who voted.

Here are the Top 10 Coolest Dogs from the contest:

1. Tiny
2. Pip
3. Luc
4. Nelle
5. Oscar
6. Jessy
7. Buddy
8. Bennie
9. Harper
10. Baxter

Congratulations!!

04/30/2026

Under 12 hours to go in our 2026 Coolest Dog in Columbus Contest! Be sure to get your votes in by 8pm tonight.

Fundraiser for Kiwanis Club of Columbus