Greetings, Capital District Kiwanis Members –
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation hopes each of you, as well as your families, are staying safe and healthy amid the circumstances that face our world at this moment in time.
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation continues to work hard to execute another successful year in assisting our communities, clubs, and local pediatric trauma centers. Given the work that has occurred over the last three months, we are pleased to provide you with another quarterly update.
At the February meeting of the Foundation, we were pleased to vote on three grant applications that were submitted during our fall process. The Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg was awarded $5,000 towards their Kids Imagination Studio; the Kiwanis Club of Blacksburg, VA was awarded $800 for their music program; and the Kiwanis Club of Waynesboro was awarded $5,000 for their literacy program. Each of these clubs will be featured on our Facebook page as their projects evolve. The Foundation will consider all grant requests that were submitted by March 15th at the May meeting. If your club is looking for financial assistance, please check out how you can receive a grant from the Foundation by reading our website at https://k03.site.kiwanis.org/foundation-grants/
Help us make a splash of cash for pediatric trauma! It is time again for the Ducky Derby! The Ducky Derby Chairman, Mr. Charles Marks, has set a goal of raising $11,500 this year. We did it last year and we can do it again! The drawing will take place at the conclusion of the House of Delegates on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the Capital District Kiwanis Convention. You do not need to be present to win, but you do need to have a ticket in the drum! Tickets will continue to be sold throughout the spring and summer. If you are in need of tickets, please contact your division’s foundation director or contact Ducky Derby Chair, Charles Marks at [email protected].
The Ducky Derby has seen many changes over the last six years; however, we cannot continue to provide support to the local pediatric trauma centers associated with the Capital District without your help! The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation Board of Directors would like your input to continue making positive changes to the Ducky Derby! Please participate in a survey located at https://k03.site.kiwanis.org/ducky-derby-raffle-survey/ to provide your opinions and ideas! All responses are due by June 1, 2020.
As a reminder, the Foundation is now a participant in the Amazon Smiles Program and would love your support as you online shop during this social distancing period! You can shop on Amazon for all of your needs and 0.5% of your total will be donated back to the Foundation. We appreciate any and all support that you are able to provide! Have you liked us on Facebook yet? (https://www.facebook.com/capitaldistrictkiwanisfoundation/) We encourage you to like our page and become an active contributor. While you are on the computer, make sure to check out our website to access resources for further educating yourself and fellow members on how the Foundation works for clubs and communities.
The Board is working hard this year to engage every club and every member in fundraising to positively impact citizens throughout our district in the name of Kiwanis! With that, if you have any ideas or feedback, please send them to [email protected].
In Service Together,
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation 2019-2020 Board
Last Updated: February 18, 2022 by jarca
Quarter 2 Update (2019-2020)
Greetings, Capital District Kiwanis Members –
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation hopes each of you, as well as your families, are staying safe and healthy amid the circumstances that face our world at this moment in time.
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation continues to work hard to execute another successful year in assisting our communities, clubs, and local pediatric trauma centers. Given the work that has occurred over the last three months, we are pleased to provide you with another quarterly update.
At the February meeting of the Foundation, we were pleased to vote on three grant applications that were submitted during our fall process. The Kiwanis Club of Williamsburg was awarded $5,000 towards their Kids Imagination Studio; the Kiwanis Club of Blacksburg, VA was awarded $800 for their music program; and the Kiwanis Club of Waynesboro was awarded $5,000 for their literacy program. Each of these clubs will be featured on our Facebook page as their projects evolve. The Foundation will consider all grant requests that were submitted by March 15th at the May meeting. If your club is looking for financial assistance, please check out how you can receive a grant from the Foundation by reading our website at https://k03.site.kiwanis.org/foundation-grants/
Help us make a splash of cash for pediatric trauma! It is time again for the Ducky Derby! The Ducky Derby Chairman, Mr. Charles Marks, has set a goal of raising $11,500 this year. We did it last year and we can do it again! The drawing will take place at the conclusion of the House of Delegates on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the Capital District Kiwanis Convention. You do not need to be present to win, but you do need to have a ticket in the drum! Tickets will continue to be sold throughout the spring and summer. If you are in need of tickets, please contact your division’s foundation director or contact Ducky Derby Chair, Charles Marks at [email protected].
The Ducky Derby has seen many changes over the last six years; however, we cannot continue to provide support to the local pediatric trauma centers associated with the Capital District without your help! The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation Board of Directors would like your input to continue making positive changes to the Ducky Derby! Please participate in a survey located at https://k03.site.kiwanis.org/ducky-derby-raffle-survey/ to provide your opinions and ideas! All responses are due by June 1, 2020.
As a reminder, the Foundation is now a participant in the Amazon Smiles Program and would love your support as you online shop during this social distancing period! You can shop on Amazon for all of your needs and 0.5% of your total will be donated back to the Foundation. We appreciate any and all support that you are able to provide! Have you liked us on Facebook yet? (https://www.facebook.com/capitaldistrictkiwanisfoundation/) We encourage you to like our page and become an active contributor. While you are on the computer, make sure to check out our website to access resources for further educating yourself and fellow members on how the Foundation works for clubs and communities.
The Board is working hard this year to engage every club and every member in fundraising to positively impact citizens throughout our district in the name of Kiwanis! With that, if you have any ideas or feedback, please send them to [email protected].
In Service Together,
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation 2019-2020 Board
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The foundation supports causes that positively effects the children of the world. Every Kiwanian in the Capital District is a member of the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation.
Why do people donate to non profit foundations?
There are a variety of reasons. Some are motivated by altruism, wanting to support the social good that a charity provides. Others may donate because they feel a personal connection to the cause or have had experiences that make the cause important to them. Additionally, some people donate for social reasons, such as being influenced by others who donate or wanting to be part of a community that supports a cause. It’s also common for individuals to donate because it aligns with their personal values or beliefs.
The Capital District Kiwanis Foundation appreciates all donations. The donations allows the foundation to continue their support to the children in the communities in Virgina, Maryland, Delaware, Washington DC, and West Virginia.
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Did you know that volunteering is a powerful way to support a cause that you care about? Whether it’s a new playground in your community, reading or tutoring children, supplying children with food for the weekend in pack backs, human rights, or anything else, volunteering can help you make a positive change in the world. You can use your time, skills, and voice to advocate for the issues that matter to you. #volunteer #change #CDKF ... See MoreSee Less
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We are so proud of our work to support 11 pediatric trauma centers in the Capital District, like Hoops Family Children's Hospital.
You can support our efforts today by signing up to be a monthly donor on our website: f03.site.kiwanis.org/fundraising/club-giving/Shout out to the Capital District Kiwanis for their support of kids in our region by giving to the Hoops Family Children's Hospital at Cabell Huntington Hospital! We appreciate you! ... See MoreSee Less
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Volunteering is not only good for the world, but also good for you. Studies show that volunteers have higher levels of happiness, life satisfaction, and self-esteem. Did you know that any member of the Capital District can volunteer to serve as a Division Coordinator? We have vacancies in divisions and we need your help in keeping members informed. Contact your Lt. Governor or Regional Director if you are interested. #CDKF ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you know what the Capital District Foundation does with the annual club donations?
The foundation uses half of the amount donated to support the 11 Pediatric Hospitals and the remaining half to the general fund. All we are asking for is a minimum of $3 per member.
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