Kiwanis is a service organization - - not a social club, although enduring friendships are created through the Kiwanis spirit of fellowship that comes from mutual effort devoted to great and useful ends.
Kiwanis is often a public forum - - but never a political circle. Meeting programs frequently provide platforms for a balanced, and impartial, presentation of public issues of interest to the members - - and to the community.
Kiwanis makes its activities known. It is not a secret society. There are no private rituals. Public awareness of Kiwanis activities is sought because it increases support for Kiwanis service efforts.
Kiwanis fosters principles of good citizenship and human values. It does not prescribe a way of life for others.
And finally, the actions of each club are guided by the needs of its own locality. Kiwanis does not impose programs upon its clubs or members.
Involve you in the life of the community - its social and service opportunities and also provide a better understanding of its problems
Open the door to the informal exchange of ideas on a wide range of topics
Encourage you to share your own ideas and opinions with others in your peer group
Develop your leadership skills by serving the club in positions of responsibility
Broaden your general knowledge by providing, on a regular basis, speakers on scores of interesting subjects.
Provide the opportunity for lasting friendships
And finally, make you a better citizen, provide you with a sense of fulfillment, and impart the knowledge that the effort of each individual really counts.
Participate regularly in meetings and club functions
Give the members a chance to know you better - to build lasting friendships with you
Strengthen Kiwanis by lending your talents and special skills where they are needed
Speak out and share your ideas with others
Give recognition to other members for their contributions to the organization and the community
Recruit new members and invite your friends to join
In short, help keep Kiwanis the number one service organization in the world!
