It's exciting when the entire Kiwanis family comes together for an event to help the children of the world, and the Kiwanis International Foundation has the perfect event: Skip-A-Meal.

What's it all about? Kiwanis-family members are asked to skip at least one meal during the final week of April and send the cost equivalent to the Kiwanis International Foundation. Support from this program funds a growing number of grants provided through the Kiwanis Children's Fund.

Stomach grumbling aside, it's easy to take part. Simply report your success and mail your donations.

Reminder: Any individual with diabetes who is either on insulin therapy or taking any glucose-lowering medication should not take part in Skip-A-Meal. People under a physician's care should consult a doctor before participating in this activity. In this situation, participation can be accomplished by a cash donation.