Frequently Asked Questions
What is KIWIN'S?
We are a District of Key Club International. We are located in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. There are over 50 clubs with approximately 2,500 members and growing. We promote good citizenship through service. KIWIN'S perform service deeds with fellow members to improve their schools and communities. Local service gives KIWIN'S members the satisfaction of seeing the results of their efforts. In most cases, KIWIN'S clubs are based on a high school campus under the guidance of their Faculty Advisor(s). Some clubs may function off campus under the authority of their Kiwanis Advisor(s).
Why is KIWIN'S spelled with all caps and an apostrophe S?
While some claim KIWIN'S is grammatically incorrect, it is ALWAYS spelled in caps with an apostrophe. KIWIN'S is not an acronym. However, it is written in all caps with the apostrophe to show its unique and individual spirit. The apostrophe is an accent to help KIWIN'S standout, for it is unlike any other youth sponsored organization. When written in all caps, KIWIN'S certainly is conspicuous...this represents how KIWIN'S is prominent in the school and community. The word "Kiwin" is the diminutive of the word "Anokiwin," which translates to "people, men and women, working together in service." It is derived from the same Otchipew Indian language as Kiwanis.
What are the KIWIN'S Divisions?
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Goldstone, Jade, Jet, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, and Turquoise
What is the Key Club International Major Emphasis?
"Children: Their Future, Our Focus"
Realizing the need and interest in supporting the MEP through hands on service, a new service initiative will be created on a two-year basis. All of the hands on service provided to children by Key Club International members can be directed to a single area of need to make a substantial impact. This service initiative directs and focuses the attention of KIWIN'S members to serve children in a specific hands-on approach.
KIWIN'S members currently will focus their time and talents on Live2Learn, specifically focused on 5-9 year old youth, with the main goals of promoting education and building literary skills. This program not only creates endless possibilities to strengthen the common goal of service, but also allows each KIWIN'S member to develop into a well-rounded individual community leader and lifelong advocate for children's education.
What is the KIWIN'S minor emphasis?
"Pediatric Trauma Prevention"
Established in 1992, Pediatric Trauma Prevention, our Minor Emphasis, is a main focus of KIWIN'S in conjunction with Cal-Nev-Ha Kiwanis. Pediatric Trauma affects children from infancy to age nineteen. It is a result of motor vehicle accidents, physical abuse, drowning accidents, falls, and animal bites, making it the leading cause of death of children in the United States. Every year it results in sixteen million emergency visits and twenty thousand deaths. To prevent these accidents and injuries from happening, KIWIN'S has focused on fighting Pediatric Trauma through raising funds and by increasing general awareness through education.
What is the Governor's Project?
"Project ONE. One for our community, One for our world."
This project revolves around community improvement through the local and global promotion of elementary education. KIWIN�S will help improve grades, donate and give back to educational programs and charities, mentor students, and foster their education and good character. With �One Dollar for Life Organization� (Kiwanis partner), Project ONE will raise $6,589 to renovate and rebuild an Indonesian elementary school.
What is the KIWIN'S Motto?
One Family. One Mission. One Word:KIWIN'S.
We are a District of Key Club International. We are located in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. There are over 50 clubs with approximately 2,500 members and growing. We promote good citizenship through service. KIWIN'S perform service deeds with fellow members to improve their schools and communities. Local service gives KIWIN'S members the satisfaction of seeing the results of their efforts. In most cases, KIWIN'S clubs are based on a high school campus under the guidance of their Faculty Advisor(s). Some clubs may function off campus under the authority of their Kiwanis Advisor(s).
Why is KIWIN'S spelled with all caps and an apostrophe S?
While some claim KIWIN'S is grammatically incorrect, it is ALWAYS spelled in caps with an apostrophe. KIWIN'S is not an acronym. However, it is written in all caps with the apostrophe to show its unique and individual spirit. The apostrophe is an accent to help KIWIN'S standout, for it is unlike any other youth sponsored organization. When written in all caps, KIWIN'S certainly is conspicuous...this represents how KIWIN'S is prominent in the school and community. The word "Kiwin" is the diminutive of the word "Anokiwin," which translates to "people, men and women, working together in service." It is derived from the same Otchipew Indian language as Kiwanis.
What are the KIWIN'S Divisions?
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Goldstone, Jade, Jet, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, and Turquoise
What is the Key Club International Major Emphasis?
"Children: Their Future, Our Focus"
Realizing the need and interest in supporting the MEP through hands on service, a new service initiative will be created on a two-year basis. All of the hands on service provided to children by Key Club International members can be directed to a single area of need to make a substantial impact. This service initiative directs and focuses the attention of KIWIN'S members to serve children in a specific hands-on approach.
KIWIN'S members currently will focus their time and talents on Live2Learn, specifically focused on 5-9 year old youth, with the main goals of promoting education and building literary skills. This program not only creates endless possibilities to strengthen the common goal of service, but also allows each KIWIN'S member to develop into a well-rounded individual community leader and lifelong advocate for children's education.
What is the KIWIN'S minor emphasis?
"Pediatric Trauma Prevention"
Established in 1992, Pediatric Trauma Prevention, our Minor Emphasis, is a main focus of KIWIN'S in conjunction with Cal-Nev-Ha Kiwanis. Pediatric Trauma affects children from infancy to age nineteen. It is a result of motor vehicle accidents, physical abuse, drowning accidents, falls, and animal bites, making it the leading cause of death of children in the United States. Every year it results in sixteen million emergency visits and twenty thousand deaths. To prevent these accidents and injuries from happening, KIWIN'S has focused on fighting Pediatric Trauma through raising funds and by increasing general awareness through education.
What is the Governor's Project?
"Project ONE. One for our community, One for our world."
This project revolves around community improvement through the local and global promotion of elementary education. KIWIN�S will help improve grades, donate and give back to educational programs and charities, mentor students, and foster their education and good character. With �One Dollar for Life Organization� (Kiwanis partner), Project ONE will raise $6,589 to renovate and rebuild an Indonesian elementary school.
What is the KIWIN'S Motto?
One Family. One Mission. One Word:KIWIN'S.