OUR DEFINING STATEMENT
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.
KIWANIS CLUB OF ASHEVILLE MOTTO
“To offer service and leadership opportunities to those who desire to serve the needs of children, youth and adults in our local community.”
THE SIX OBJECTS OF KIWANIS
- To give primacy to the human and spiritual rather than the material values of life.
- To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships.
- To promote the adoption and the application of higher social, business and professional standards.
- To develop by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive and serviceable citizenship.
- To provide, through Kiwanis clubs, a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render altruistic services, and to build better communities.
- To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism, which makes possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism and good will.
HAPPENINGS
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Meeting Location
We are now meeting at WCU at Biltmore Park on the 3rd floor! We’re excited about using this beautiful building for our meetings.
It is located at 28 Schenck Parkway. Park behind the building in the parking garage. You can view a parking map here
April Meetings
April 16th – Kiwanis member Jeff Pearsall will give a program on his recent trip to Norway
On April 1, we enjoyed an interesting program by Jessie Bricker from the Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort.
Johnston Bike Giveaway
Our club presented a bike to a student who improved his attendance and has only missed 1 day of school so far this year. That’s quite an accomplishment!
Johnston Bowling Trip
On March 20th our club sponsored a bowling trip for all of the students and staff at Johnston Elementary School. We received this note from a staff member at the school:
In more than 23 years of educational experience, I have been on hundreds of field trips in all sorts of school settings. Our JES bowling trip to Sky Lanes ranks as one of the best experiences ever! It truly was a magical day. Some of our students were literally shaking from excitement. Even while waiting to bowl, they were engaged. They encouraged one another and dealt with personal frustration in ways that showed growth and maturity even at a young age. From students to staff, the joy was palpable. Many thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Asheville for making this event possible.
Carolina District Convention
President, Beverly and Secretary, Elaine went to District Convention in Raleigh. Beverly presented at a session about some of our charities in the community. Our club was also recognized for 25% growth during the last year.
Johnston Elementary School
Our club gave a bike to one lucky student who had perfect attendance during the 2nd 9 weeks of school.
Nature Center Experience
Our club took 30 kids and moms from Transformation Village for our 2nd annual Nature Center Experience. The kids’ favorite things included seeing the wolves and snakes, playing on the playground, getting to pick out a toy, and especially the chick Fil A lunch.
First Annual Key Club Summit
On October 21st, our Kiwanis Club hosted nine students from our three High Schools where we sponsor Key Clubs, Reynolds, Enka and Erwin. Thanks to Karon Korp and Russ Martin for leading the workshop and to Transformation Village for providing a wonderful meeting space with fruit and danish.
Each School shared the projects they completed last year and had a good discussion about projects they want to work on this school year. Breakouts and dialogue ensued about new projects, expanding community partnerships, fundraising, how money raised will be donated, growing club membership and getting more students involved. Handouts provided flyers to post around school about club meetings, Kiwanis Club of Asheville projects, and a cumulative report on all that the three schools accomplished last year. Very impressive service in our community!
We are excited to see the enthusiasm and passion for service with these amazing Key Club students! The difference they will make in our community in the coming year is inspiring!
Bike for Johnston Elementary School
Scott Rogers delivered a bike to Johnston Elementary to be given out to a student with perfect attendance the first 9 weeks of school.
The winning student had very poor attendance during the past few years, but when he learned he could win a bike for perfect attendance, he worked hard to be at school every day and was so excited when he won!
Congratulations to our new President!
Our 104th year begins with President Beverly Buckner and Secretary, Elaine Grella
October Speakers
Oct. 17th Jeff Lowden with Homeward Bound
Johnston Elementary School
Club members helped update the playground with some new paint and the children enjoyed a game of 4 square the next day!
New Members
Congratulations to our new members Laura and Candace
Congratulations to our Key Club Scholarship Winners!
Each received a $1000 scholarship.
-Our Enka High School Scholarship Recipient is Abigail Przynosch , ranked first in her class, attending Davidson College. Abigail served this year as President of the Key Club, and has been a member for 3 years. Service projects she has worked on include: the Red Cross Blood Drive, Soles4Souls drive, Ukrainian Relief, ESL Tutoring, Prom Dress Drive, Bellringing for the Salvation Army, Eblen Charities Toy Drive, UNICEF, the Enka Annual Beautification Day, and the Kiwanis Biltmore Race.
Our Erwin High School Scholarship Recipient is Titus Cowan, with a 4.5 GPA, he plans to attend either Montreat College with a career in Criminal Justice. He’s volunteered with the Key club for 2 years, helping with school fundraisers, community events, Spread the Warmth project over the winter, Eco Club, and environmental and sustainability issues. He notes, ” being a part of the Key Club has allowed me to develop skills as a leader and community member. It has taught me to inspire my classmates….and allowed me to excel in my accomplishments.”
Our Reynolds High School Scholarship Recipient is Allison McKay. She has a weighted GPA of 5.0 and will be attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Involved with the Key Club for all four years, she served as Secretary, and Webmaster. She was Vice President this year, helping to organize many of their service projects, including their Online Auction and Food Drive for Manna Food Bank, Putt for Hunger benefitting Manna Food Bank, and the Linus Project, which provides homemade blankets to children in need. She says, “I hope to keep the love of service that Key Club has shown me.”
Bikes for Johnston Elementary School
Two lucky students rolled into summer with a brand-new bike! They were chosen based on behavior incentives. Our club gives the school 4 bikes to give out each year to deserving students.
Biltmore/Kiwanis 15K/5K Classic
Over 500 runners enjoyed a beautiful run on the Biltmore Estate. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and after not being able to have it for 3 years, it was a great success!
Arboretum Winter Lights
We were given some free passes to the NC Arboretum Winter lights so some of our members took a family from Johnston and some women and kids there to enjoy the holiday lights.
Eblen Toy Store
Some of our members were joined by Reynolds, Enka and Erwin Key Club members to work at the Eblen Toy Store which provides a Christmas shopping experience parents who may have a hard time providing gifts for their children.
Happy Howlidays at the Nature Center
Our club members took over 20 kids from Transformation Village and Johnston Elementary to the Nature Center for a holiday experience. They got a guided tour, watched animal feedings, received a gift and enjoyed a Chick Fil A lunch.
Bikes for Johnston
Thanks to our partner, Cane Creek Cycle, our club was able to give bikes to 2 lucky students who were chosen for their good behavior and leadership skills during first semester.
Johnston Garden Dedication
With the help of some of our club members and other Johnston partners, their garden was dedicated and is ready for use by the children!
Workday at Johnston Elementary
As we approach the start of a new school year, The Kiwanis Club of Asheville is preparing its annual school supply project! This year we’ll be focusing on the school we adopted, Johnston Elementary School, to help them purchase needed supplies for students and teachers throughout the school year.
We could use your help!
Since 1919, the Kiwanis Club of Asheville has worked to meet the needs of children and families in our area. For three years now due to COVID 19, we have had to postpone our biggest fundraiser, The Biltmore Kiwanis 5k/15k Race. Every donation you make today, will help us make a difference in the life of a local child tomorrow. Please use the link below to donate to our efforts, and know how much we appreciate your support! https://pages.donately.com/ashevill…/form/frm_34a58370314e
September Meetings
September 20th – Installation of officers We will meet at Transformation Village at 12:00. ( 30 Olin Haven Way) Bring your own lunch or reserve a box lunch.
Several members worked on the Kiwanis playground at Transformation Village
Welcome to our newest member, Jeff Pearsall
Key Club Scholarships
We presented 5 students from local high schools with a $500 scholarship
Thanks to our newest sponsor, Cane Creek Cycles, who delivered 2 bikes to Johnston Elementary for them to give away on the last day of school to deserving students!
We’ll be back May 21, 2023! Check back soon for the updated race website and registration details.
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