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Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time. Serving the area of Lafayette, LA. W.

Chartered in 1984. Sponsoring Kiwanis Club for Key Club at Northside High School. 💙 Kiwanis Southwest is a Lafayette, LA. chapter of the Kiwanis International Organization. We are a group of volunteers dedicated to serving children in our community. We have proudly dedicate our time and monetary donations to local schools, organizations, and our annual college scholarship. For more information on our services provided, partnerships, or to join our mission, please contact s at [email protected] or message us on Facebook! History
In July of 1984 Kiwanis Club of Southwest Lafayette Louisiana became the 5th Charter Kiwanis International Club with a drive to fill a void that existed in the community. Our goal is to provide a sophisticated platform for individuals and businesses to contribute toward the betterment of children in the community while developing friendships and integrity. Some of our community service projects include the following:
J. Faulk Adopt-A-School Reading Program
Thanksgiving Baskets for elderly and needy families
Christmas Shopping Spree for Christmas gift donations for children in need
Northside High School Key Club Supporter
Recognition of local community Outstanding Citizens and Public Safety Officers
Annual High School Senior Scholarship Award Program for graduating high school students attending college

While membership in Kiwanis is by invitation only, we do invite you to inquire about our club and seek out information on how to become engaged. Our club is open to all persons who are interested in making a difference in the life of a child. Come and join us to help build a better community for tomorrow today!

03/01/2026

Congratulations to our club member Robert Benoit on being honored yesterday evening at the 12th Annual African American Heritage Foundation Gala as their politics honoree for his distinguished service, leadership, civic engagement, and community impact as former fire chief of the Lafayette Fire Department for the past 4 decades and his current contributions in emergency response coordination. ♥️💚🖤💛

01/23/2026

Congratulations to our club member,Robert Benoit, for being selected as a 2026 African American Heritage Foundation Annual Gala-Politics Honoree!♥️🖤💚💛

The African American Heritage Foundation is proud to announce Former Chief Robert P. Benoit as an honoree for the 2026 African American Heritage Month Celebration. He is recognized as our Politics Honoree for his more than four decades of distinguished public service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public safety, civic engagement, and community advocacy throughout Acadiana.

A respected fire service executive, educator, and ordained minister, Chief Benoit’s career reflects a lifetime devoted to service, integrity, and leadership. From his decades of leadership within the Lafayette Fire Department to his continued work in emergency response coordination, education, faith-based mentorship, and civic service, his impact has strengthened institutions, protected communities, and uplifted lives.

Gala tickets and table sponsorships are now available for purchase, and parade registration forms are officially open. We invite the community to join us as we celebrate leadership, service, and legacy during the 2026 African American Heritage Month Celebration.

01/20/2026

Our club members at the Dr.Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration event today at the MLK Center providing information and ways to get involved with Kiwanis Southwest Lafayette.💛💙

12/12/2025

Our club president, Consuella Charles, supporting the Northside High School Key Club’s installation of their new student officers this week! Thank you for your leadership students. We look forward to work with you to serve our community!💙

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P. O. Box 90045
Lafayette, LA
70509

Website

https://www.paypal.me/KiwanisSW

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