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Hopkinsville Kiwanis is dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.

10/22/2026

Today, the Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville welcomed Heather and Kelly, who shared information about the important work of Sanctuary, Inc., and its mission to support individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, support survivors, and recognize the importance of creating safe and supportive communities. Sanctuary, Inc. provides vital resources and services to those facing difficult circumstances, helping individuals find safety, support, and hope.

As Kiwanians, we believe in serving our community and making a positive difference in the lives of others. Learning about organizations like Sanctuary, Inc. reminds us how important community partnerships are in building a safer, stronger, and more caring community for everyone.

A special thank-you to Heather and Kelly for joining us today and sharing Sanctuary’s mission with our club. We appreciate the work they do to make a difference throughout our region!

💜 Learn more about Sanctuary, Inc. and its services: https://thesanctuaryinc.com

10/17/2026

Our Kiwanians and Key Club members were up bright and early this morning, making and flipping pancakes for the participants and families of the Hoptown 5K and Half Marathon! We loved being part of this great community event and helping fuel our runners before and after they hit the course. 🥞

👏 Congratulations to all the participants! Whether you ran the 5K or tackled the half marathon, your hard work and determination are worth celebrating!

A big thank-you to Hopkinsville Parks & Recreation for having us and everyone who helped make this event a success. We’re proud to serve our community, one pancake at a time! 💙💛

10/14/2026

💙💛 Looking for a way to make a difference in your community? Kiwanis is calling! 💛💙

What if one simple decision could help change a child’s life — and make your own more meaningful along the way?

The Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville brings people together through leadership, friendship, and service to make a positive impact on children and families throughout Hopkinsville and Christian County.

When you join Kiwanis, you can:
🤝 Make a difference in the lives of local children
💛 Build lasting friendships and meaningful connections
🌟 Develop leadership skills and discover new opportunities
🙌 Be part of something bigger than yourself

You don’t have to change the world alone. You just have to be willing to start right here in your own community!

✨ Join us and be part of the Kiwanis legacy! Together, we can make Hopkinsville an even better place to live.

📩 Send us a message here on Facebook, email us at [email protected], or join us at the War Memorial Building on Thursdays at 12:00 PM to learn more about joining!

10/08/2026

Learning science doesn’t always happen inside the classroom as we learned today from Melissa Lassiter, 4th Grade Science teacher with Millbrooke Elementary School.

Seeing limestone formations, stalactites, stalagmites, and other unique cave features at Mammoth Cave up close brought their learning to life! This opportunity gave students a chance to learn through exploration and experience. STEM learning becomes more meaning and creates memories that will last far beyond the classroom!

10/01/2026

The Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville was excited to welcome Melanie Noffsinger, Derrick Watson and Amy Wason from United Way of the Pennyrile to our meeting today!

United Way of the Pennyrile works to unite people and resources to improve lives and strengthen communities throughout the Pennyrile, with a focus on three key areas: Youth Opportunity, Healthy Community, and Financial Stability.

Through local partnerships and donor support, United Way helps fund programs addressing real needs across Christian, Todd, and Trigg Counties. Their 2025–2026 campaign raised $800,292 to fund 32 impact programs serving 16 agencies.

Their 2026-2027 campaign is currently underway! For more information on how you can get involved, visit: https://www.pennyrileunitedway.org

We appreciate our guests for taking the time to share more about the work happening right here in our community and the many ways people can come together to make a lasting impact.

Thank you, United Way of the Pennyrile, for all you do to help our neighbors and strengthen our community! 💙

09/22/2026

🌟 A Night of Celebration, Service & New Leadership! 🌟

Last Thursday, the Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville gathered for our annual Installation Night — an evening filled with fellowship, recognition, gratitude, and excitement for the year ahead.

We celebrated the dedication of our members and recognized several important milestones.

👏Years of Service:
5 Years: Cassi Cato
10 Years: Toby Hudson and Sharon Chilton
15 Years: Kelly Martin and Terry Rudd
25 Years: Ruth Ann Rettie
30 Years: Rick Hamby
35 Years: Marty Terhune
45 Years: Jim Gardner

🏆 Special Recognitions

Fast Starter Award: Troy Adams, recognizing his outstanding contributions and leadership early in his Kiwanis journey.

Honorary Kiwanian of the Year: Wayne Goolsby, in appreciation of his continued presence and support at our weekly meetings.

Kiwanian of the Year: Posthumously awarded to Phil Camp for his 38 years of dedicated service to Kiwanis and our community. A donation was also made to the Boy Scouts in Phil’s memory.

💙 Supporting Our Community
We were also proud to present a $1,000 check to Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), presented to Jettie Payne.

🎉 Welcoming Our New Leadership
A special thank-you to our own Lt. Governor Chandler Ladd, who helped facilitate the installation of our new Directors and Officers.

Congratulations to our newly installed officers:

🔹 President: Troy Adams
🔹 President-Elect: Becky Durham
🔹 Immediate Past President: Amy Jones
🔹 Secretary: Cassi Cato
🔹 Treasurer: Dustin Thompson

We also welcomed our newly installed 2026–2028 Directors:
Terry Rudd • Chandler Ladd • JR Knight • Raychel Farmer

And we want to recognize our continuing Directors Dave Fernandez, Toby Hudson, and Marty Terhune for their continued commitment to Kiwanis.

What a wonderful evening to celebrate the people who make our club what it is. ❤️

Here’s to another year of serving the children, strengthening our community, and making a difference together!

09/10/2026

The Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville was excited to welcome Coach Lopez, head coach of the Christian County High School Football team to our meeting today!

Coach Lopez gave our members an inside look at the Tigers’ football program, sharing about the team, the season ahead, and the importance of discipline, teamwork, leadership, and commitment both on and off the field.

It was great to hear from Coach Lopez and have members of the team with us as they continue to represent Christian County and our community.

We appreciate Coach Lopez for taking the time to join Kiwanis and for investing in the young men who will become tomorrow’s leaders.

Go Tigers! 🏈

09/01/2026

Last Thursday, the Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville was thrilled to welcome Kurt Anderson, Director of Aaron McNeil House, Inc., to our weekly meeting.

Kurt gave our members a meaningful look at the work Aaron McNeil House is doing every day to help families throughout Christian County. From helping with food, housing, utilities, and medications to providing education and connecting families with additional resources, their goal is simple: help people through difficult moments and give them an opportunity to move forward.

Kurt has dedicated approximately 15 years to leading Aaron McNeil House, and his commitment to the people of Christian County is a true example of what community service looks like.

We are thankful to Kurt for joining us, sharing his personal insight into the needs facing our community, and reminding us why organizations like Aaron McNeil House are so important.

08/22/2026

The Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville is deeply saddened by the passing of longtime member and friend Phil Camp.

Phil joined the Kiwanis Club of Hopkinsville in 1988 and remained an active and dedicated member for nearly four decades. He served as our club president from 1993–1994 and exemplified the Kiwanis spirit of serving the children and strengthening our community.

For those of us who had the privilege of calling Phil a fellow Kiwanian, we know his impact cannot be measured by titles or awards. It can be seen in the people he helped, the organizations he strengthened, and the countless lives he touched through a lifetime of service.

Phil leaves behind a legacy of service that will continue to inspire us.

Our thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are with Phil’s family, friends and all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Rest in peace, Phil. Thank you for a lifetime of serving others and making a difference.

Address

1202 South Virginia Street
Hopkinsville, KY
42240

Telephone

+12704841555

Website

https://www.hopkinsvillekiwanis.com/

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