Question 1

What is Key Club International?

Accepted Answer

Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. What makes Key Club so successful is the fact that it is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through serving others. Key Club International is sponsored by Kiwanis International. KEY is short for Kiwanis Educated Youth. As members of the Kiwanis International Family, Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities. 
Today, Key Club exists on almost 5,000 high school campuses, primarily in the United States. Growth efforts, however, have taken the Key Club experience internationally to Canada, the Caribbean nations, Central and South America, and most recently to Asia and Australia.

Question 2

What is KIWIN'S?

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KIWIN'S is the 32nd District of Key Club International. We are located in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. There are over 44 clubs with approximately 2,500 members and growing. We promote good citizenship through service.
CNH KIWIN'S performs service deeds with fellow members to improve their schools and communities. Local service gives KIWIN'S members the satisfaction of seeing the results of their efforts. In most cases, CNH KIWIN'S clubs are based on a high school campus under the guidance of their Faculty Advisor(s). Some clubs may function off campus under the authority of their Kiwanis Advisor(s).

Question 3

Why is CNH KIWIN'S spelled with all caps and an apostrophe?

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​While some claim CNH KIWIN'S is grammatically incorrect, it is ALWAYS spelled in caps with an apostrophe. CNH KIWIN'S is not an acronym. However, it is written in all caps with the apostrophe to show its unique and individual spirit. The apostrophe is an accent to help CNH KIWIN'S standout, for it is unlike any other youth sponsored organization. When written in all caps, KIWIN'S certainly is conspicuous...this represents how CNH KIWIN'S is prominent in the school and community. The word "Kiwin" is the diminutive of the word "Anokiwin," which translates to "people, men and women, working together in service." It is derived from the same Otchipew Indian language as Kiwanis.

Question 4

What are the objectives of Key club International?

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To develop initiative and leadership.
To provide experience in living and working together.
To serve the school and community.
To cooperate with the school principal.
To prepare for useful citizenship.
To accept and promote the following ideals:
To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than to the material values of life.
To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.
To promote the adoption and application of higher standards in scholarship, sportsmanship and social contacts.
To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship.
To provide a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render unselfish service, and to build better communities.
To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism which make possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism, and good will.

Question 5

How is CNH KIWIN'S organized?

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CNH KIWIN'S consists of three 'levels' of organization:
 
Club Level: Each CNH KIWIN'S Club is required to hold weekly meetings to keep members informed on projects community service. Students elect officers each year or semester. The Club Board of Directors, consisting of officers and chairpersons, determine the Club's various service deeds and delegates authority to committees and members.
 
Divisional Level: Each of the nine CNH KIWIN'S Divisions is headed by a Lieutenant Governor who functions on the Divisional District level. The Lt. Governor is responsible for the welfare of the clubs in their division. They hold Divisional Council Meetings where members from all the clubs in the division meet and discuss Divisional and District business. Club officers are trained and divisional projects are also planned.
 
District Level: The District Board consists of nine Lt. Governors; the Executive Board of the District Governor - Secretary, Treasurer, Bulletin Editor -, Convention Chair, Membership Development and Education Chair ,Technology Chair, Kiwanis Family and Foundations Chair, and Awards Chair. Each division has its own Kiwanis Regional Advisor and the District has its District Administrator. Above the District Level is the International Level, where the CNH KIWIN'S District and other Districts are collectively called Key Club International.
 
Think of the 'levels' as an inverted pyramid as KIWIN'S has the most members at a club level, but only a select few at the district level.

Question 6

What are the KIWIN'S divisions?

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Currently, the active divisions are:
Crystal
Diamond
Emerald
Goldstone
Jade
Jet
Ruby
Sapphire
Turquoise
More information about the divisions can be found in the 'divisions' tab under 'district.'

Question 7

What is The CNH KIWIN'S major emphasis?

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"Children: Their Future, Our Focus. Live2Learn"
 
Realizing the need and interest in supporting the MEP through hands on service, a new service initiative will be created on a two-year basis. All of the hands on service provided to children by Key Club International members can be directed to a single area of need to make a substantial impact. This service initiative directs and focuses the attention of CNH KIWIN'S members to serve children in a specific hands-on approach. CNH KIWIN'S members currently will focus their time and talents on Live2Learn, specifically focused on 5-9 year old youth, with the main goals of promoting education and building literacy skills. This program not only creates endless possibilities to strengthen the common goal of service, but also allows each KIWIN'S member to develop into a well-rounded individual community leader and lifelong advocate for children's education.

Question 8

What is the CNH KIWIN'S minor emphasis?

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"CNH Children's Fund" 
 
Previously known as the Pediatric Trauma Program, the CNH Children's Fund is CNH KIWIN'S new minor emphasis. We will still be supporting those with pediatric trauma like vehicle accidents, physical abuse, drowning accidents, falls, and animal bites. However, the CNH Children's Fund will also be providing scholarships, grants, and opportunities. By doing this, we strive to improve education and helping communities through obstacles financially.

Question 9

What is the Governor's Project?

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Governor Carter Lew has announced this year's Governor's Project! See our official announcement on our Instagram: @cnhkiwins. Or go to the Governor's Project page located at https://kiwins.org/governors-project.

Question 10

What are the branches of the K-family?

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The branches of the K-family are:
Kiwanis 
Circle K
Key Club
KIWIN'S
Builders Club
K-Kids
Kiwanis Junior and Aktion Club

Question 11

What is the CNH KIWIN'S motto?

Accepted Answer

One Family. One Mission. One Word: KIWIN'S.

Question 12

What are the objectives of CNH KIWIN'S?

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The objectives of CNH KIWIN'S are:
To promote leadership development
To cooperate with school administrators and faculty members
To champion the role of service within our community
To prepare for a positive, active role in society
To encourage the growth and development of our peers
To form meaningful and lasting relationships
To nurture relationships with the Kiwanis Family

Question 13

How many members does CNH KIWIN'S have?

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KIWIN'S has around 2,000 members and counting!

Question 14

How many clubs are in CNH KIWIN'S?

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48 chartered clubs and counting!

Question 15

Who are CNH KIWIN'S preferred charities?

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UNICEF, CNH Children's Fund, and Thirst Project.

Question 16

What are the steps to building a CNH KIWIN'S club?

Accepted Answer

Step 1: Find a Kiwanis Sponsor.
Step 2: Find a prospective school.
Step 3: Hold a joint meeting with the school and Kiwanis.
Step 4: Hold elections for club board.
Step 5: Submit a charter request.

Question 17

What is the minimum number of members needed to charter a club?

Accepted Answer

15 members.

Question 18

How much are dues?

Accepted Answer

International dues: U.S. $10.00
District dues: U.S. $7.00 
Club: average U.S. $17.00

Question 19

What is the the Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF)?

Accepted Answer

The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) is an endowed fund for Key Club International held within the Kiwanis International Foundation. 
 
​This fund uses earned interest to help Key Clubs and Key Club members serve the world by providing grants for service opportunities. The fund also provides academic scholarships for higher education. The Youth Opportunities Fund is established through a portion of your Key Club International dues and through the purchase of G. Harold Martin Fellowships. 
 
​YOF grants can help you take action. Look around and identify the things that need to get done in your school, community or world. Key clubs have applied for grant funds to support many varied service projects—see some examples.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Key Club International?

What is KIWIN'S?

Why is CNH KIWIN'S spelled with all caps and an apostrophe?

What are the objectives of Key club International?

How is CNH KIWIN'S organized?

What are the KIWIN'S divisions?

What is The CNH KIWIN'S major emphasis?

What is the CNH KIWIN'S minor emphasis?

What is the Governor's Project?

What are the branches of the K-family?

What is the CNH KIWIN'S motto?

What are the objectives of CNH KIWIN'S?

How many members does CNH KIWIN'S have?

How many clubs are in CNH KIWIN'S?

Who are CNH KIWIN'S preferred charities?

What are the steps to building a CNH KIWIN'S club?

What is the minimum number of members needed to charter a club?

How much are dues?

What is the the Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF)?

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