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Kansas District of Kiwanis International Newsletter
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Kansas Kiwanians Celebrate in Junction City
The 2015 Kansas District Convention held July 31-Aug. 2 in Junction City was a successful celebration of fun, education and official business as seen in the photos shown here and the articles that follow. The emphasis was on 'More Hands for Doing What We Do Best," throughout the events of the 65th Annual Convention.
The House of Delegates approved the succession of Governor-Designate Warren Eckleman of Lawrence to follow Governor David Hurrelbrink of Kansas City West, to be followed by Governor-Elect Cindy Bender of Ellsworth. Jan Maxwell of Topeka was elected Vice Governor and Doug Clark of Sabetha was re-elected Treasurer. Their installation was presided over by International Trustee Dewey Smith Of Albany, GA, who was attending his second Kansas District Convention.
Read on to learn more about the events of the 65th Annual Convention which emphasized "More Hands for Doing What We Do Best - Young Children Priority One and Community Service."
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Kansas Kiwanians 'Overwhelm' YCPO Project
Wow! Kiwanians are the best! Look at all that the clubs and individuals donated to our District Convention Young Children Priority One project! Also, donated to "Delivering Change" was $1,274 in cash, checks and gift certificates. Jill Nelson, from "Delivering Change" was overwhelmed by the kindness of the Kiwanians in Kansas and so am I. See her "note of thanks."
Thank you so much for your support of these babies to make sure they have a better chance in life. That is what Kiwanis is all about!
Pat Hurrelbrink - District YCPO Chair
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District Adopts Standard Form for Bylaws
Kiwanis International started the Standard Form for District Bylaws revision process three years ago and involved the International Bylaw Committee and input from the districts. The Kansas District Bylaws and Resolutions committee and district officers made recommendations during the revision process. A number of the recommendations appear in the final revised bylaws.
The revised bylaws were personalized to the Kansas District, tentatively approved by Kiwanis International and then submitted in April 2015 to each club and posted on the website. The tentatively approved revised District Bylaws were presented by power point at the 2015 House of Delegates meeting on Saturday, Aug. 1. The House of Delegates adopted the District Bylaws by a unanimous vote. The adopted bylaws have been submitted to Kiwanis International for final approval. After final approval, the new bylaws will be sent to the district clubs and posted on the website.
Many hours of work were involved in the bylaw revision and the District Bylaws Committee would like to thank everyone who assisted in the review and presentation process. A special thanks to the House of Delegates for taking the time to read each Article as it was presented by power point.
Ken Kern - District Resolutions & Bylaws Chair .
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 Rock Springs Project Moves Closer to GoalThe Kansas District Project for Rock Springs 4-H Camp took another step forward at the District Convention in Junction City with the presentation of a check for $15,000 by Project Co-Chairs Marc Potter and Steve Russell (left) to Kansas 4-H Foundation officials Michelle Schrader, Director of Development, and Jake Worcester, President and CEO.
The effort to raise $250,000 to renovate the lower level of American Heritage Hall at Rock Springs continues. To date, $115,000 has been paid to the 4-H Foundation. And donations of about $7,000 by clubs and individuals during the District Convention jump started the next step toward reaching our goal.
One way to help reach that next level is the "Share Your Harvest" campaign, which asks for a donation of the proceeds of one or more acres of this year's harvest to the Rock Springs Project. More information and a pledge form are available here.
Pledge forms and individual and club donations should be sent to Marc Potter, 401 N. 134th St., Bonner Springs, KS 66012-9106. Checks should be made payable to the Kansas Kiwanis Foundation (tax deductible), noting "Rock Springs" in the memo line and sent to Marc at the above address.
If you have questions or would like more information, contact Marc or Steve. We need your help to reach our final goal and make good on our commitment to the Kansas 4-H Foundation and the youth of Kansas. Thank you for your support and for being a Kiwanian.
Marc Potter & Steve Russell, Rock Springs District Project Co-Chairs |
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Francis A. Smith
Pittsburg Sunflower
Kiwanis Club
Ronald J. Sweat
Manhattan Kiwanis Club
Byron G. Bird
Liberal Kiwanis Club
Terry L. Jochems
Pratt Kiwanis Club
Jeannine Foster
Winfield Kiwanis Club
Manhattan Kiwanis Club
Marjorie O. Heyne
Honorary Member
Manhattan Kiwanis Club
Yola Bee Strobel
Hiawatha Kiwanis Club
Robert E. Ledom
Ottawa Kiwanis Club
Joseph R. Cooke
Salina Kiwanis Club
Fort Scott Kiwanis Club
Ferol Preston Gehring II
Atchison Kiwanis Club
Carroll W. Whiteford
Ottawa Kiwanis Club
Gary Lee Koehn
Liberal Early Risers
Kiwanis Club
Detailed Obituary
Information Here
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Governor's Message:
Like Chewing Gum; Has Your Meeting Lost Flavor?
 Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight???? Does it? How about your club meeting? Has it lost its flavor? Is it not as exciting as it used to be? What's wrong? Have you changed anything lately, or is it the same old, same old meeting. Opening, announcements, maybe a speaker, maybe not ... same folks sitting in the same seats grumbling??? Sound familiar? Well, It is time for a change. It is pretty easy to see why folks don't join Kiwanis. Our club meetings are bordering on dreadful. Who would really want to come? How will we ever attract younger folks to a meeting WE don't even care for??? Sorry for all the question marks in the paragraph above, but, isn't it time we made some changes? Seems to me the same old, same old is not working. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. As Bob Dylan says, the times, they are a changing. We need to change too. Can a small change in the meeting make a difference? How about a change in the meeting place or time? Without new members Kiwanis is going to DIE!!! I don't think any of us want to see that. The time is now, the place is here, and the folks to do it are US. We are the pioneers of the next generation of Kiwanis. Just like those guys a hundred years ago, we are the ones that need to set off in a new direction. Find out what attracts younger, more active members and go ahead and try some new and different things. Let's generate some excitement at Kiwanis meetings and conventions. Yes, I know, that takes a little extra work on our part, but, don't we all want to see Kiwanis move forward into the next century strong, healthy, vibrant, and meaningful?? Now is the time; here is the place; you are the one to make things happen. Ready, set, GO!!!
Governor David Hurrelbrink |
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Time to Start Planning
For 2016 Key Leader
 What is Key Leader? Key Leader is a weekend experience in leadership, growth, personal development, fun, and friends. It is open to any high school student that has a desire to lead, to help, and/or to give. It combines hands-on learning, group interaction and focused discussion. Over a Key Leader weekend, the young person grows as a leader and as a person. During that time, new friends are made. The tentative date for the 2015 Kansas District Key Leader weekend is June 3-5 at Rock Springs. We have excellent facilities at Rock Springs for Key Leader. Kiwanis clubs of Kansas, now is the time to begin to plan for that weekend. How you say? When you set up your budgets for the 2015-16 Kiwanis year, budget at least $250 for Key Leader; but you can budget more. That is the cost of sending one high school student to Key Leader. You ask - but our club cannot find someone to send? Your club can help pay for students from other areas of the state that are sending two, three, or more to Key Leader. They need the financial help. SO, plan your Kiwanis budget to include a Key Leader scholarship.
Linda Keller - District Key Leader Chair |
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Time to Complete Kiwanis 'Year-End Chores'
 Where has the year gone? October 1st is fast approaching and now is the time to complete your club's year-end Kiwanis "chores" and to prepare for what is coming. - There are still 27 clubs who have not added their club officers online. Please contact me if you are unable to do this and I will assist you. rustybetcha@aol.com
- If you have not submitted the club's Monthly Reports, you will need to complete the Annual Report.
- Be sure to submit all member deletions by September 30th. You don't want to be invoiced for those who are no longer members.
- Dues invoices will be available in the Finance section of the Secretary Dashboard by early November. These must be paid by November 30th.
- If you have not scheduled your division Lt. Governor for the new officer installation, please do so. If you do not know who that person is, please let me know.
- The form for Kiwanis International Distinguished Club 2014-15 will be online shortly after October 1st. There is no "paper form."
- The form for Distinguished Member is also online; please fill it out before October 31.
- Sit down with your club's president-designate and review the budget for your club, show them the 2015-16 Distinguished Club criteria you were emailed in early September so they and you, can plan ahead.
Getting all of the above accomplished will allow your club to hit the ground running in the new Kiwanis year. I look forward to seeing all of your successes. As always, I am happy to help.
Yours in Kiwanis service, Rusty |
More Hands So Clubs Can Do What We Do Best
 Nothing describes what we as Kiwanians do, than our defining statement. "Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving one child and one community at a time." How do we accomplish this? By doing what we do best, providing service. My year as governor is coming on quickly. As I ready for my duties I am humbled by the trust and faith that you have place in me. Governor Dave has led us for the past year, and each governor has insights and goals as to the direction the District is to go and what they are to achieve. Wisely the District has chosen a three tier system to allow continuity to flow and thus prevent big swings in those goals. My goals are much like those of Governor Dave Hurrelbrink and Governor Robert Maxwell and those before them: 1. Support, our local communities and children; 2. Growth, more hands for our clubs; 3. Projects, work towards completion of the District Rock Springs project and reach our goal for the International Eliminate project. Support our local communities, and clubs - our Service Leadership Programs, Circle K, Key Club, Builders Club, K-Kids, Aktion Club, Key Leader, BUG and Terrific Kids. We do this through our service projects using many hands and fund raisers, and the District and International Foundations. Growth, new hands for what we do best. We all know that we could do more for our communities if we had more hands. We need to invite more people to be members. Who do you invite? Anyone that says they like kids. Someone who is 10 years younger than you. Your neighbor. Practice what the Formula has been teaching us so we can continue to make a difference in our communities. My goal is three new members per club or 10% of the current club membership whichever is greater. Projects, our District Community and the International Community need our support as well as our local community. The District Community project at Rock Springs helps not only our Key Leader SLP, but also the 4-H kids of Kansas. We are almost half way to our goal and we will make a big dent on the remainder this upcoming year. The International Community project is helping to prevent babies and their mothers from the terrible death brought on by tetanus. We are at greater than 98% of our goal, and I am confident that we will reach it by December 31, 2015. So far the Kansas District has saved over 457,000 lives. We achieve these goals through fellowship at projects, club meetings and fundraisers. We inspire people who will want to join our clubs by having fun at fundraisers, and fun working on projects, and fun when we meet. And finally "do what we do best", with many willing hands serving the children of our local, District and International communities.
Warren Eckelman - Governor Designate |
Wishing on Stars, I-Plans, & Getting Younger
 Hello dear friends! It was fantastic to see all the Kiwanians at the District Convention in Junction City. Someday I would love to have at least one member from each club represented at our district meetings. The next time I see a falling star I know what I'm going to wish for! As we finish Governor Hurrelbrink's year as Governor, I want to thank him for the outstanding job he has done as a leader to his board and to the Kansas District. I feel much honored and privileged to follow such an outstanding Kiwanian. Thank you Governor Dave! The new Kiwanis year is upon us and we shall follow the lead of Governor Warren Eckelman. At the district convention Governor Warren talked about his I-Plan. The first (I) is Inspiration - Who can I inspire to become a fellow Kiwanian? The second (I) is Impact - who can I provide meaningful service to? The third (I) is image - What image do I want to portray about Kiwanis? The fourth (I) is Investment - What do I want to do to insure financial viability and responsible stewardship. Let us all take a few minutes and reflect on these four I-Plans. What can each one of us do to become the I person in our club! As we are ending our five years of the Eliminate Project - thank you to everyone that has donated and saved lives. Thanks also to the Model Clubs for dedication and support of this life changing cause. I support you in fulfilling your pledge. When planning your budgets this year remember about the Rock Springs project. Maybe even have an extra fundraiser and donate the proceeds to Rock Springs. Another thing you may want to try is approaching people in your community that are not a part of your Kiwanis club and explain to them about Rock Springs. They may donate and even become a Kiwanian. All we have to do is ask. My last topic is on new members. When you look at recruiting someone, look at a person 10 years younger than you. I know I have a lot more in common with someone 10 years younger than me than 20 years younger. After you recruit your new member encourage them to recruit someone 10 years younger than they are. Eventually we will have younger members but also a great group of all ages. Know your target audience. Who are your most important customers, clients or prospects, and why? Know what is important to them and address their needs in your newsletter each month. Include a photo to make your newsletter even more appealing. Inserting a link in your article lets you track which topics attract the most interest.
Yours in Kiwanis service, Cynthia Bender, Governor-Elect |
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Youth Protection Week - Sept. 13-19
Protecting Youth Is Not New to Kiwanis
 As Kiwanis members we are mindful of the importance of keeping children safe. Historically we have focused on the importance of safety for children with our many service projects such as child car seats, bike helmets, safe playgrounds, etc. During the last two years, Kiwanis International has also encouraged our focus to include other ways of keeping children safe in our communities, as well as the young people we work with in our Service Leadership Programs and with our Aktion Club members. Youth Protection Guidelines should be nothing new to any Kiwanis member as mandatory training should be occurring in each Kiwanis club once a year. In addition to individual club training, workshops on this topic are presented at our district conventions and conferences. Our diligence in this area help to protect our members, our clubs and Kiwanis in general. Youth Protection Week is September 13 - 19 this year and is a great time for clubs to conduct training. A PowerPoint presentation is available online at www.kiwanis.org/youthprotection and is easy to download and edit to fit your club and audience. Use this presentation and the handouts available on this website as your training. If members are unable to attend your club meeting during that week, encourage them to go to the website to view the training on their own. Every Kiwanis member should be knowledgeable on the guidelines. When your club does the Youth Protection training, invite parents of your SLP students to attend, as well as school officials and educators. Let them learn the importance we in Kiwanis place on the topic of youth protection. Club secretaries need to report on the corresponding monthly report that the training has been completed. In addition to reporting the completed training, club secretaries need to report that SLP Kiwanis Advisors have passed their background checks. Yearly training needs to occur for our clubs and members. As the district Youth Protection Manager, I am happy to travel to your club to provide appropriate training. If you have questions regarding your own clubs' status with regard to reporting to Kiwanis International, please contact me at sprenkel_m@yahoo.com or call me at 785-623-8506. Remember to check out our Kansas Kiwanis District web page at kskiwanis.org as there is additional information and resources on youth protection.
Mary Hammond - District Youth Protection Chair |
District Newsletter Guidelines for 2015-16
NEWS, NEWS, NEWS!! Newsletters and brochures are a great way to "brag" about your Kiwanis Clubs. Let the world know how your club is making a difference in your community. It is also a great way to communicate to Kiwanians who can't always attend club meetings.
Awards for these wonderful newsletters and brochures will be made at the District Convention. There will be three classes of awards for small (under 20 members), medium (20-40 members), and large clubs (40 members and above). Please submit newsletters and or brochures to quiltmom71@gmail.com (Pat Hurrelbrink).
CRITERIA
Quality of layout:
Effective use of space, color, and font to enhance readability and stimulate reader interest.
Links to the club web-site (if the club has one).
Articles are interesting, understandable, and of appropriate length.
Accurate spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Contains photos that show speakers, activities (action shots).
Club members involvement.
Club information listed: officers, time, date and location of meetings.
Calendar of events listed.
Information on what is happening in the Division and the District.
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Kiwanians Honored for Humanitarian Efforts
 Almost five year years ago a few Kiwanians stepped forward to help form a team of Kiwanians to help save the lives of mother and babies, to help raise money to save lives from a deadly disease called tetanus. At that time a child was dying every nine minutes in countries some of us had not even heard of. These special Kiwanians spent many hours and gave of their talents to accomplish our District goals of raising almost a million dollars. To do something that many felt could not be done. They are true Kiwanians and humanitarians. At the District Convention this year in Junction City some of these humanitarians were recognized for their service. Not everyone whom helped with the Eliminate Project could be recognized for their donations and time. But a few stood out for their early unquestionable efforts. To date they have together in united service raised over $830,000 and saved over 420,000 lives. The Kiwanians recognized were: Pam Nowak, Russell; Shirley McLoughlin, Dodge City; Richard Lamon, Liberal; Jo Schwartz, Abilene; Virginia Higgins, Emporia; Mary Morris, Augusta; Ruth Gordon, Winfield; Janette Mauk, Pittsburg; Barbara Geuy, Buhler; Elnora Nokes, Johnson County; Susan Berry, Berryton; Bob Carson, McPherson; Carolyn Dwire, El Dorado; Donna Sue Pintar, Pittsburg; Mary Hammond, Hays; Jim Germann, Junction City; Beth Davis, Kansas City. These humanitarians have helped us all make Kiwanis History. They have helped eliminate tetanus from the earth and saved so many lives. |
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The Eliminate Project Surpasses $100 Million
With Kiwanians celebrating our 100th Centennial year it has become a bigger deal than ever with The Eliminate Project surpassing $100 million in cash and pledges at the start of district conventions. These collective efforts will save or protect more than 55 million women and babies.
International said Kiwanis members have sent a loud message during the recent district conventions, that they are committed and that we will reach our goal of $110 million. Seven districts voted and formalized district wide commitments representing more than $8.3 million to reach their goals. This is historic!! In just one weekend, $7.5 million was raised. This is more than International as ever raised in such a short amount of time.
We have less than $10 million left to raise in the next five months. This is an exciting and historic time for The Eliminate Project. Our victory over maternal and neonatal tetanus is not just achievable; it is inevitable.
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Progress Update on The Eliminate Project
Since Kiwanis International joined UNICEF in the fight to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus, infant mortality rates have dropped significantly. Today, fewer babies are dying from this terrible disease. We are making history.
- Between 2010 and 2013, neonatal tetanus deaths decreased by more than 15 percent.
- Approximately 9,000 fewer babies die each year from MNT - that's 25 fewer each day.
- MNT has been eliminated from 35 countries since 2000. Fifteen of those countries have eliminated MNT during the past four years.
- One baby dies approximately every 11 minutes from tetanus. Previously, a baby died every 9 minutes from MNT.
In the next couple of months additional countries will be celebrate the elimination of MNT including Cambodia, Equatorial Guinea; and other four provinces in Indonesia are preparing to undergo validation surveys. Niger will conduct a pre-validation assessment in September. Pakistan is also aiming for pre-validation for the Punjab district next quarter followed by a validation survey in the second quarter of 2016.
THANKS KIWANIS FAMILY FOR ALL YOU ARE DOING!!!
Dot Leakey - The Eliminate Project District Chair
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Three Inducted into District Hall of Fame
Congratulations to three devoted Kansas Kiwanians on being inducted into the Kansas District's Hall of Fame at this year's District Convention. Jim Chisham, Ken Kern, and Dorothea Leakey join five other Kansas Kiwanians previously selected.
 Jim Chisham was born in Wellsville where he went to school. He earned a Bachelor Degree at Southwestern College and a Masters Degree from Pittsburg State University. He enjoyed a career as a professional educator. Devoted to civic and volunteer positions, Jim was also a loyal Kiwanian since joining the Wellington Club in 1984. He served Kansas Kiwanis in many positions including Governor and Foundation President. Jim passed away on February 3, 2010.
 Dorothea Leakey grew up in Louisburg, Kansas where she graduated from high school. She holds degrees from Washburn University and University of Kansas. Dot is a tireless worker for Kansas Kiwanis, her church, and her Berryton community. She has held many positions on the local, District and International levels. She is responsible for researching and compiling the District's 50th Year History Book. Her resume includes serving as District Governor and District Secretary; she currently serves as District Eliminate Chair.
 Ken Kern was born in Washington, Kansas where he graduated from high school. He has a Bachelor Degree from Kansas State University and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. He ultimately retired from the Air Force as a Lt. Colonel. Ken's career in education culminated as a High School Principal in Osage City, Kansas. Ken was a charter member of the Kiwanis Club of Osage City in 1957. Serving in many positions at the local and division levels, he also held the District Secretary position for seven years. He currently continues to serve the District as the Resolutions and Bylaws chair. Through the years, Ken has also volunteered to serve his church and community.
Larry Nokes - District History Chair |
Kansas Foundation Has Another Great Year!
 Well our Kiwanis year is winding down, and this will be my final letter to the membership as President of the Kansas Kiwanis Foundation. I really enjoyed serving the Kansas District in this capacity, and gratefully acknowledge all Kiwanis members for their continued support of the Foundation during this past year. I also want to thank my Foundation board for all of their dedication and hard work during the past year to keep the Foundation viable. I am certain that incoming President Richard Lamon will do an outstanding job next year, as well as the entire Foundation board. Just to recap a few of our highlights this past year: The Kansas Kiwanis Foundation showed a positive growth in overall assets this year; awarded over $20,000 in scholarships to 33 high school and college students; presented a check to the Kansas Kiwanis District Board for support of Service Leadership Programs - Circle K, Key Club, Builders Club, and K-Kids; sponsored Lt. Governor training at Mid Year Conference; and awarded $2,500 total to six Kansas Kiwanis Clubs for projects in their local communities. As a side note, the monies collected by the Foundation from clubs' annual gifts generally generates around $11,000, and these monies are used to provide for the scholarships I mentioned earlier, so it is easy to see that your money doubles when you give to the Foundation. So I beg of each club, please make this a line item in your budgets to provide continued support for the scholarship program. And please, ask your local schools to encourage students to apply for the Kiwanis scholarships, and who knows, a student in your community may be the next recipient. In closing, thank you again for this opportunity to serve the Kansas Kiwanis District. I am looking forward to another great year being a KIWANIAN!! Yours in Service, Richard 'Rick" Dickman - President, Kansas Kiwanis Foundation |
Kiwanians Give to Foundation at Convention
The Kansas Kiwanis Foundation benefitted from the generosity of Kansas Kiwanians at the 65th Kansas District Convention. During the convention, nine Life Memberships and two Putnam Awards were completed; nine members added to their Living Recognitions; and more than $3,000 was raised including: $1,005 from the Silent Auction with half going to Rock Springs and half to The Eliminate Project; $1,538 from the sale of magnetic ribbons; $339 from the sale of raffle tickets for the 50th Anniversary Scholarship Fund; $325 from the sale of the painting for the 50th Anniversary Scholarship Fund.
The Kiwanis of the Year Award was presented during the Convention to Phil Anderson, a member of the Manhattan Solar Kiwanis Club.
With the 65th Kansas District Convention just passed and another successful Kiwanis year about to close, let me take a minute or two and reflect on the past year. During the past year the Kansas Kiwanis Foundation has been able to award 33 scholarships to student to help in furthering their education; these 33 scholarships totaled over $20,000. The Foundation has awarded grants to local Kiwanis Club to help with their respective projects; gave monetary support to the District Key Club, Circle K, Builders, and K-Kids; paid out the Living Recognition's and Service Memorials to the designated recipients; awarded Life Membership and Putnam Awards; and assisted with the District Rock Springs Project and The Eliminate Project. A Life Membership or Putnam Award in the Kansas Kiwanis Foundation would be a great way to honor your club president for their year. Give me a call or send an email and I will be glad to help you with the process. The scholarships forms for the 2016 will be available on the District Web Site and also available from your Division Representative on Board. I can also send you a copy by email or regular mail just let me know. Every Kiwanian is a member of the Foundation and welcome at all board meetings. The next board meeting will be held on October 3, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Salina, Kansas, at the UMB Conference Center located at 100 S Santa Fe. Kansas Kiwanis Foundation Phone Number is 888-245-0417; Kenton K, Krehbiel - Secretary-Treasurer, Kansas Kiwanis Foundation |
 Kiwanis Magnetic Ribbon Fundraiser
The Kansas Kiwanis District has brought back the magnetic Kiwanis Ribbons as a District fundraiser. Display your pride in Kiwanis in style with a Kiwanis Magnetic Ribbon. Ribbons are $5 each. All profits will be donated 50% to the Eliminate Project, and 50% to the Rock Springs District Project. District Clubs will be credited for donations to each project. Use this form to place an order.
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Kansas Kiwanis Kernels
 NEW MEMBERS
The following have joined Kansas Kiwanis Clubs since the last edition of the Kiwanian. If we have missed anyone or whenever you have a new member join please send their name to Steve Russell (stever45@everestkc.net) so we can includ them in the next issue.
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Division 2 - Edwardsville - David Thaxton, Debra Sweeten, Tom Stephens, Mark Shreve, Magan Harrell; Lansing - Connie Hoffman; Lawrence - T. James Thomas; McLouth - Grant Larkin, Ken Budy, Kerry Kramer, Steve Horton, Dale Coffin, Terri Coffin.
Division 3 - Chanute - David Remboldt; Coffeyville - Kendall Francis.
Division 4 - Manhattan Solar - Morgan Lewis-Smith.
Division 8 - Ellsworth - Dale Brungardt, Bryan Thom, Joni Glaser; Great Bend - Frankie Pelster, Scott Beahm.
Division 9 - Johnson County - Jo Randall.
Division 10 - Liberal Early Risers - Brent Evans, Amber Williams; Meade - Stephen Stewart; Ulysses - Jack Freeman.
Division 11 - Tecumseh - Terri Williford, Robert Flohrschutz; Topeka - Corey Davis.
Division 12 - Hays - Dawn Berry; Thomas County, Colby - Patrick Ahrens, Joshua Ryan.
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Club News
Rain Fails to Dampen Abilene Jammie Jog - See More
Iola Kiwanians Honored in Washington, D.C. - See More
Riley County K-Family Clubs Celebrate - See More
Southwest Topeka Honors Supporters at 100th Celebration - See More
Great Bend Aktion Club Community Projects - See More
Garden City Sunrisers Celebrate with Community Event - See More
Pittsburg Sunflower Donates $3,000 to Wesley House - See More. |
If you would like to see news and photos about your club's projects and events in the Kiwanian, please email them to Steve Russell at stever45@centurylink.net. Also, if you distribute your club newsletter via email, please send a copy to me.
You can also have your club news and photos posted to the District website by submitting them using the News Submission Form under the News tab. In addition to what's under the News tab, more club news and club newsletters can be found by going to the Club Event Listing under the Club Listing Tab.
We encourage you to visit the Kansas District website regularly to see what's new. Jim Germann, the District Website Manager, is working hard to keep it current and continuously improve the content and usablity
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Kiwanian Delivered Via Email or On the District Website
The Kansas Kiwanian, the District newsletter is emailed to all members for whom we have email addresses. If you have club members who are not receiving the Kiwanian, please ask them to send their email address to the Kiwanian editor at the email address below. The newsletter is also posted to the Kansas District website under the News tab. We are asking club secretaries (and members) who have access to email or the internet to print out hard copies for members who do not have electronic access.
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DATES TO REMEMBER
October 10, 2015 - District Builders Club Conference, Topeka, KS
March 3-4, 2016 - Lt. Governor Training, Manhattan, KS
March 4-5, 2016 - Kansas Kiwanis District Mid Year, 4 Points by Sheraton, Manhattan, KS
March 4-5, 2016 - Kansas Circle K District Convention, 4 Points by Sheraton, Manhattan, KS
August 5-7, 2016 - Kansas Kiwanis District Convention, Wichita Marriott, Wichita, KS
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