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.
Follow the QR code below to register early:
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:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EAAAD2EA5F85-60426592-help#/
This year we showed support for our community by selling sweet treats at the Lions Club of Galena Oktoberfest. It was a perfect day! Pictured above members Kere K and Ty C.
Our Club annually raises funds by way of our “Peanut Days” (this year September 12th & 13th}. On that weekend, you will find our club members soliciting contributions and handing out peanuts at two locations in Galena.
As our focus is to continue to provide much needed support to local children and community programs, we are seeking your support. Please consider a donation to Kiwanis and your community. With every $50 donation you will receive TWO boxes of peanuts (or mini pretzels if desired). A box of delicious peanuts contains 48 – 1 oz. bags of peanuts. Pretzels bags may be substituted and will be approximately the same count. For a donation of $25, you would receive ONE box of peanuts (or pretzels in the same quantity). For either a $50 or $25 donation, the Galena Kiwanis Club would be happy to personally deliver your peanuts.
Our peanuts/pretzels are a tasty treat and also make a great snack or Halloween trick or treat.
We appreciate any donation that you or your company would be able to make. It is through the support of our local residents and hard-working businesses that Kiwanis can continue to serve our communities.
Click on the link to download a presale form and help us meet this year’s fundraising goal:
On June 10th a small group of members visited Casper Creek Natural Cemetery. It’s a beautiful, peaceful environment located at Casper Bluff and is part of the Jo Daviess Conservation District’s properties. For more information visit: https://caspernaturalcemetery.com/
Don’t miss out. Help us get to our goal of 100 runners this year. Proceeds benefit programs that enrich the lives of the youth of our community. Follow the link below to register:
https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/GalenaKiwanisRiverTrailRun
This year Galena Roasters will join us at the finish line. Look for the food truck!
Starting in 2025, the Galena Kiwanis Club will be offering an annual grant for up to $5,000. The 6th 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:
Start off Race Season with this event! This event helps us to help local organizations that serve the youth of our community.
Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025
–Race Distances 5K & 10K, Start Time, Registration Timeline, & Cost:
-5K Run-walk, start time 10:00 a.m., & 10k run, start time 10:10 a.m.
-Registration & Cost: Early Bird Nov. 18 to Dec. 31 ($35), Jan.1 to Feb. 28, ($40), March 1 to April 18 (($45), and day of race ($50).
–Location: Galena River Trail, 91 Bouthillier St., Galena, IL 61036 (under bridge)
–Age Groups: 12 and under, 13-18,19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
–Awards: All age groups will have male and female medal winners for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place including overall medals for top male and female for 5K and 10K. Runners in the 12 & under who do not medal (1st-3rd) will receive a ribbon.
–Packet Hand Outs and T-Shirts: Participants can pick up their race packets (t-shirts, chips, race information, etc.) on Friday, April 18, from 4-6:00 p.m., and Saturday, April 19, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. There will be a tent under the bridge for the pick- up at Depot Park. Participants must be registered by April 6, to guarantee a t-shirt. –Registration & Additional Information: Online registration and information at; Kiwnaisclubofgalena.com, Kiwanis Club of Galena Facebook, or https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/GalenaKiwanisRiverTrailRun
-Questions: Contact Bernie Ferry, at bernieferry@gmail.com
Starting in 2025 the Galena Kiwanis Club will be offering an annual grant for up to $5,000. The 6th Annual River Trail Run scheduled for April 19, 2025, will assist with providing funds to assist 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:
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