*Kiwanis was founded in Detroit, Michigan on January 21, 1915
*In the early years, Kiwanis clubs focused on business networking, but even then, members were serving the needs of the poor.
*By 1919, the organization had changed its focus from business to service.
*Kiwanis became an international organization in 1916 with the organization of the Kiwanis Club in Hamilton, Ontario.
*Kiwanis limited its membership to the United States and Canada until 1962 when worldwide expansion was approved.
*Until 1987 Kiwanis was a male only organization. But after years of debate and growing support, woman's membership was received overwhelmingly.
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The name "Kiwanis" means "we trade" or "we share our talents" It was coined from an American Indian expression Nunc Kee-wanis.
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Fundraisers
February 20st 2010
Annual Euchre Tournament
Annual Golf Outing
Annual Christmas Tree Sales
Texas Hold-em Tournament
