We were honored to host our Kiwanis Governor’s visit at the DeSoto House in Galena on March 14th. It was a great event followed by members marching in the Saint Patrick’s Day parade. Thanks to all who helped make this a wonderful day.
We will be meeting on the 4th Tuesday of each month starting on March 24th at Prairie Ridge in the Bistro area. Come and find out what our club has to offer. Members will be there to greet you and to share information about what we do for the youth of Galena.
The Kiwanis Club of Galena is accepting applications for their annual grant program. The 8th Annual River Trail Run is scheduled for April 18, 2026 and will aid in providing funds to local organizations that support youth programs and improve the quality of life in the Galena area.
Click on the link below to access application information:
There is still time to commit and save on earlybird registration for the Kiwanis Club of Galena River Trail Run. Follow the QR Code below to sign up. April 18th is fast approaching. Help us reach our goal of 120 runners!
Please join us in welcoming our newest member Alyssa Havens. Alyssa serves as the Director of the Workshop here in Galena. She was inducted to the club on January 13 by our Membership Chair Dan Morizzo.
If you would like to find out more information about our club and what membership entails contact Dan at: Funeralman1942@gmail.com We would love to have you become part of our club!
There is still time to follow up on your New Year’s resolution to join us for the Kiwanis Galena River Trail Run on April 18th. This has become a season opener for lots of local runners and visitors to the Galena area. Proceeds from the run go to local programs that benefit youth. Use the QR code below to register today:
If you haven’t considered becoming a sponsor in the past let 2026 be your year to donate to our grant program which benefits youth and family programs in Galena. Listed below is all the information you need. If you have any questions contact Bernie Ferry at: Bernieferry@gmail.com
Galena Kiwanis River Trail Run 2026 – Sponsors-Donors Levels & Contact Information
The Kiwanis Club of Galena is hosting its 7th annual River Trail Run, April 18, 2026. This year funds will be used to develop grants that will be awarded to organizations that support the children of the Galena community. Additional information for the grant application and run: Kiwanisclubofgalena.com
Levels:
_____ Major Sponsor-Donors: $500-$1,000 + will have their name and logo in larger print on t-shirts and race banner, listed as major donor in marketing correspondence,and included in the Galena Gazette thank you ad. Please send an electronic copy of your logo to; bernieferry@gmail.com ______ T-Shirt Sponsor-Donor: $200-$499 will have their name in smaller print on t-shirts, race banner, and included in the Galena Gazette thank you ad ______ Banner Sponsors-Donors: $50-$199 will have name on race banner, and included in the Galena Gazette thank you ad
______In Kind Gifts Sponsors-Donors: Recognized at the level of donation
Once again the Galena Kiwanis Club will be offering an annual grant for up to $5,000. The 7th Annual River Trail Run scheduled for April 19, 2025, will assist with providing funds to local organizations with supporting children and improving the quality of life in the Galena area.
To get a copy of the grant application click on the link below:
Don’t miss out on this the Kiwanis River Trail Run. Early registrations open on November 17th. This event helps fund our grants which assist local organizations to help youth programs in the Galena area.
The Galena High School and our Club sponsor the Galena High School Key Club. With help from advisors Kelli McIntyre and Susan Bookless, the 80+ members have been extremely active in our community. Pictured above left to right: Maddie Ehrler, Susan Bookless, Violet Doyle
Currently, the GHS Key Club is holding a special Food Drive to create complete, shelf-stable meal kits for our community. These kits will be donated to both the GUSD Pirate Pantry and the Galena Food Pantry.
To learn more about this local drive follow the link below:
kiwanis club of galena 
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