Mandan Kiwanis

06/01/2026

Today's program was Patti Regan Gross the executive director of Aid Inc with a message of hope and help to the underserved in the community. With their food pantry and thrift store it is a struggle to help all those who need it. Consider shopping at the thrift store, donating items, money or giving of your time!

05/28/2026

Club President Jaci Hall and board member Jason Ziegler where on had to deliver the hundreds of snacks to Dakota Children's Advocacy Center for the children and families visiting the center! This will help lots of bellies stay full so their focus can stay on healing from abuse.

05/19/2026

Today's program was a presentation from the Morton Mandan Public Library ("MMPL") Barb Sandstrom Library Director, Ethan Eckholm Public Services Coordinator and Shawna Marion Community Engagement Coordinator. They talked about highlights and insights, user growth, programs, events, community connections, access and the future. The Summer Reading Kick-off is June 4th at Dykshoorn Park 4:30-6:30 with music, food, games & more! They are always looking for volunteers, participants and donations! Oh we love our library!
https://www.cityofmandan.com/library

05/11/2026

Today's program was Perry Just, Mandan Curriculum Coordinator. He gave a very comprehensive studied ranking comparison for the district, State and National assessment testing in all categories and grade levels. The trends and comparing Mandan to the top 10 school districts in the State. Wow! Mandan schools, parents and students are doing a wonderful job!

05/07/2026

On Monday we partnered with Global Neighbors for a wonderful Ukrainian lunch and membership drive with local and international guests. Chiefs were Daniel with the Eagles, Anastasiia Sherstink and Horzan Hanna. On hand was Jessica Shaw with Global Neighbors and our club President Jaci Hall with more insight on what we all do for the community! It was an enlightening and wonderful event!

05/06/2026

Today we were pleased to award 3 $1500 scholarships to MHS graduates Lynnea Jackson, Gavin Fry and Kambri Jensen-Thilmony. We can't wait to hear about your future plans June 8th and know the world is a better place because of you!! Lead on!!

04/28/2026

Come and join us for Special Olympics!!

Mandan Kiwanis

04/27/2026

Today's program was Jenny Maattala founder of Soul 57. Connect.Community.Navigate. They provide a community of peers for youth who've experienced the tragedy of losing a close loved one. Helping children 3-24 navigate grief with group therapy, workshops and caregiver support. Started in Bismarck the program is slowly expanding in schools and throughout the State. Facilitated by licensed mental health professionals. Wonderfully needed FREE program. To donate or subscribe to their newsletter go to soul57.org

04/20/2026

Today's program was Laith Hintz and Jasper Klein with AE2S Engineering regarding the City of Mandan River water intake. They spoke in length of the partnership with Marathon Refinery, the changing river system, intake issues and the upcoming study to help decide on modifications or a secondary intake. Good information and so important!!