Kiwanis Children's Fund
Ready-Made Meeting

The global reach of Kiwanis is truly impressive. And the Kiwanis Children’s Fund is a big part of it. Thanks to Children’s Fund grants, Kiwanians change kids’ lives — in clubs’ own communities and a world away. We hope you’re proud to be a part of this global organization and inspired by your worldwide impact.

Through the Children’s Fund Ready-Made Meeting, you can share that pride and knowledge with your fellow members!

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Learn how Kiwanians make a difference in lives across the world. Find out how the Children’s Fund can be a resource for you — from your fundraising efforts to writing grant applications and even boosting membership. And help fellow members learn too.

The meeting can be conducted in person or virtually -- sign up for your meeting kit today!

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN A READY-MADE MEETING

“Together, we do more.” A short video to kick off your meeting with information and inspiration regarding the Children’s Fund and the power of Kiwanis. (Don’t worry — if your club doesn’t have video capabilities, we have an option for you too!)
Because Kiwanians Care photo cards. 8” x 10” photos of adorable kids. Each with an accompanying story to read with your club about an inspiring project that the Children’s Fund supported.
Rumor vs. Reality. A fun way to discuss misconceptions about the Children’s Fund and learn the truth about what we do!
Ask an Expert. Tips from Children’s Fund staff for fundraising, grant applications, membership growth and more — all the ways we can help your club!
“A Camp that Matters.” A video about one Kiwanis club’s four-day summer camp, which makes a yearlong difference — in a part of rural Georgia where 1 in 3 children live in poverty.

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Thank you for signing up for a Ready-Made Meeting! Whether you’re meeting in person or virtually, check out these digital resources to share with your club.

Host your meeting virtually

Learn how to play a video over Zoom here
Find digital versions of the materials here.

VIDEOS

“Together, we do more”: A short video to kick off your meeting with information and inspiration about the Children’s Fund and the power of Kiwanis.

“A Camp that Matters”: End your meeting with this inspiring video about a Kiwanis club’s camp in rural Georgia, where 1 in 3 children live in poverty.

ASK AN EXPERT

Access these digital versions of our Ask an Expert Resources at any time or share them with others.

How can my club get organized for our fundraising efforts? Club presidents click here
How can I make sure our donors feel appreciated? Club secretaries click here
Can the Children’s Fund help manage a club foundation—or even help us start one? Club treasurers or foundation presidents click here
For the Club Foundation Secretary: How do I develop an impressive grant proposal? Club foundation secretaries click here
How do we pull off a fun and effective fundraising event? Fundraising chairs click here
Can the Children’s Fund help us strengthen our membership? Membership chairs click here
How can I best get the word out about our fundraising event? Public relations chairs click here
How can my club develop a project that funders want to support? Service Chairs click here

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Finally, check out these additional resources from the Children’s Fund, including impact stories, information about our grant programs, links to other videos and webinars, and more.