MCCRACKEN COUNTY FAIR PICTURES
WHAT IS KIWANIS?
The name "Kiwanis" stems
from an Indian phrase which, roughly translated, means "to express one's
self."
Kiwanis is a service organization that believes children are the
future, takes pride in your community, wants to reach out to those in need, and
enjoys meeting new people. Kiwanis was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in
Indianapolis, Indiana. Over the years Kiwanis has thrived in more than
8,000 clubs and more than 80 countries which we are proud to say is now "Kiwanis
International." (click on spinner)
ABOUT US
South Paducah Kiwanis
club was sponsored by the Downtown Paducah Kiwanis club and organized in
1953. The club received its' charter in 1954 with 54 members. The
meeting place was the old Franklin Junior High School. The club currently
owns its' own building and uses it as a Community Center. The building was
an old Paducah fire station located next to Kolb Park.
HOW TO
JOIN
Membership is either by invitation or by an individual expressing a
desire to join by asking another member.
WHAT DOES IT
COST?
Currently the dues are $85.00 per year and new members
only pay $45 for the first year. Dues, and the time you donate with club
projects, can not only change the life of a child, but the outlook of a future
generation. When you see your results in the eyes of a child, history is
made!
GOALS
+Obtain new members at all times.
+Improve our
community and the world.
+Build enduring friendships through our service to
others.
+Better the lives of children.
+Participate in fun and
fellowship.
+Sharpen leadership skills by overcoming challenges.
+Develop
business contacts through networking opportunities.
+Gain insight into local
and international issues.
+Attain a greater appreciation of our own talents
and successes.