Ever Wonder How We Support Our Community?

Our Club is very proud of the many ways we provide support to Galena. Listed below are just some of our projects:

-Run for the Parks: Over the last five years we have donated approximately $40,000 to the City of Galena for park improvements

-Fireworks:  The Galena Kiwanis have sponsored the fireworks displays for the tri -state area for over 25 years. In recent years we have partnered with the City of Galena to provide this annual event.

-Galena Senior Scholarship:  Two per year at $1,000

-Monthly donation of $100 for various community organizations and events; ARC, St. Vincent DePaul, Honor Flight, American Legion, Mop Shop, Food Pantry, Friends of Library, etc.

-Galena High School Key Club:  We assist with supporting the Galena High School Key Club

-Project Eliminate: Partnering with UNICEF to assist with vaccines, health education, and a safe birth environment to assist children and families in need

-Menominee Rd. Clean Up:   Picking up litter along Menominee Rd. quarterly.

-Country Fair: Participate in the Country Fair vendor program yearly

-Kiwanis International Fund:  Used to support needy children and families

-Individual Volunteering:  Each member volunteers his/her time to assist with other service organizations and activities in the community

These are a few of the activities that the Kiwanis participate in to promote and support the children and families in the Galena area.