About

Serving Our Community Since 1987

For nearly four decades, the Kiwanis Club of Galena has proudly served the Galena community through volunteerism, fellowship, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of local families and children.

Since January 7, 1987, our members have been actively involved in some of Galena’s most beloved community events and initiatives. From the River Trail Run and Fourth of July Fireworks to the Galena Country Fair and many other community projects, Kiwanis members are always ready to lend a hand.

But Kiwanis is more than just volunteering. It’s about building friendships, supporting our community, and creating opportunities to make a lasting impact.

Interested in Getting Involved?

We would love to meet you! Join us for one of our weekly meetings and learn more about who we are, what we do, and how you can become part of the Kiwanis Club of Galena.

📅 Every Tuesday
🕛 12:00 Noon
📍 Community Room at Prairie Ridge

Whether you’re looking for a way to give back, meet new people, or become more involved in the Galena community, there’s a place for you in Kiwanis.

Come Join Us!

For more information about the Kiwanis Club of Galena or to learn how you can get involved, contact:
Dan Morrizo
📧 funeralman1942@gmail.com

 

1987 Charter Members

Gregory R Hird, President

Mark Swanson, Vice President

Tom Weigand, 2nd Vice President

Timothy J. Stephenson, Treasurer

James R. Anderson

Rev. Fred Baltz

Allen Beadle

Alvin H. Blom

Marty Carroll

Paul Connor

Glenn Ditsworth

N. Richard Elliot

James Foley

Leon J. Gaul

Damiel Harms

Daniel Henze

Daniel J. Houv

Russel W. Hunt

Keith Kaiser

William A. Kelly

Harry Lunde

John  A. Myers

Bruce Small

Joel Tertin

James Wendling

Jask Zane

Below is a list of the ways that our Club supports the community of Galena:

-River Trail Run: 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 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.