August 2012 - Kiwanis Public News -

International office closed for holiday (U.S.)

The international office, including Member Services and Web support, will be closed this afternoon through Monday, September 3 in observance of the Labor Day (U.S.) holiday. We will reopen Tuesday, September 4.

Published Fri, Aug 08 2012 12:11 PM by Scott Smith

Prepare for club roster processing

Online club billing roster processing starts next week. Prior to processing the billing roster, be sure you have updated your current member information through the Member Management (KI) system. Login at www.KiwanisOne.org/login . Clubs should be maintaining...

Published Wed, Aug 08 2012 1:54 PM by Scott Smith

A planned gift, a lasting legacy

You insure your valuables. Why not ensure your values? After all, you’ve made your commitment to children a part of your life. Now make it a part of your legacy—with a planned gift to the Kiwanis International Foundation . Your estate doesn’t...

Published Wed, Aug 08 2012 9:22 AM by Scott Smith

When disaster strikes ...

They arrive with little or no warning. Tornadoes. Earthquakes. Hurricanes. Floods. Wildfires. Even volcanic eruptions. Natural disasters leave a path of destruction in their wake, and countless families left to pick up the pieces. Thankfully, Kiwanis...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 10:04 AM by Scott Smith

Do you have a showcase club website in your district? View the list.

More and more Kiwanis clubs are getting their online first impression in top shape by creating and maintaining a great club website. Portalbuzz (formerly Club Resource, Inc.) has recently selected more than 55 club websites as best examples to their peers...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 9:52 AM by Scott Smith

Webinar: Fill your membership chair

TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2012, FROM 8-9 PM EDT A membership chair is vital for your club. By following a few best practices each year, this person will help retain members, grow membership and keep your club healthy for years to come. It’s just a click...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 9:33 AM by Scott Smith

Think it through: Budget upcoming efforts to support The Eliminate Project

In planning next year’s budget, your board is probably discussing what types of programs and fundraisers your club will host for The Eliminate Project in the next 12 months. Just what should be covered with this line item? It’s hard to include...

Published Wed, Aug 08 2012 12:18 PM by Scott Smith

Webinar: Become the "ACE" of clubs

TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2012, FROM 8-9 PM EDT Become a great Kiwanis club—simply by following seven proven steps to success. The Achieving Club Excellence process has helped hundreds of clubs increase their service impact while enhancing members’...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 10:06 AM by Scott Smith

It's back to school time for SLP club members!

Back-to-school time for students means refreshing their supplies of looseleaf, notebooks, folders and pens, locating last year’s flash drive and picking out a new backpack and lunch box. For teachers it means cleaning out last year’s files...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 10:05 AM by Scott Smith

Get your first look at big changes coming for Kiwanis websites this fall

Several Kiwanis websites are undergoing major construction right now. As you may or may not be aware, the KiwanisOne Club Management System (club secretary tools, member updates, etc.) is in the midst of a major overhaul. The same is true for Kiwanis...

Published Fri, Aug 08 2012 2:13 PM by Scott Smith

Continuing the celebration at the club level: 25 years of Women in Kiwanis

Women have been making in a difference in communities through Kiwanis clubs for 25 years, an anniversary celebrated at this year’s international convention and in ongoing ways . How will your club mark this occasion? Start with a little inspiration...

Published Wed, Aug 08 2012 2:19 PM by Scott Smith

Who's that club?

What does your community know about your club? Do they know you are making a difference in schools, shelters and parks? Do they know your club is a group of their neighbors and co-workers? Would they want to join you in service if they did know more about...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 8:13 AM by Scott Smith

Model Clubs: We have some double-digit districts!

Congratulations to the Australia , Carolinas , France-Monaco , Ohio and Southwest districts. At last count, the number of Model Clubs in each of these five districts had reached double digits. Where does your district stack up? Check out The Eliminate...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 8:07 AM by Scott Smith

Webinar: Navigating KiwanisOne: Roadmap to Club Leader Resources

Tuesday, August 14, 2012, from 8-9 p.m. EDT Learn the ins and outs of www.KiwanisOne.org . Tour the home page and main sections to find resources quickly and use them wisely. Gain a clear understanding of support options. Learn critical areas to visit...

Published Mon, Aug 08 2012 8:02 AM by Scott Smith

Budget now: Covering the costs of convention representation

Just think: A year from now your club’s convention delegates will be back from Vancouver. They’ll be sharing the latest news on The Eliminate Project, exciting ideas for getting members involved and a renewed enthusiasm for being part of your...

Published Tue, Aug 08 2012 10:36 AM by Scott Smith