Signature projects show the impact a Kiwanis
club can have on a community. From playgrounds and parks to festivals and
fundraisers, signature projects are the hallmarks of what Kiwanis clubs are
known for in their communities.
Signature projects
provide valuable and needed service to a community. They elevate awareness of
Kiwanis, engage current members and remind them why they joined Kiwanis.
Additionally, signature projects can increase membership. Don’t forget to
invite and involve potential new members in your club’s next signature project.
While the district will determine how to select
its club-level Tier I and Tier II submissions, all projects should follow the
criteria listed below. A signature project is
one that includes ALL of the
following criteria:
Recurring: At a minimum, the project should take place annually.
Brand enhancing: The project should be designed to elevate the Kiwanis brand in the local community with opportunities for public relations activities, such as using the Kiwanis name on the project, media mentions, etc.
High impact: The project should have a demonstrable positive impact on the community; this impact should be measurable in monies raised or children served.
Membership focused: The project should support opportunities to strengthen membership and develop new partnerships.
TIP: A good question to ask when identifying a
signature project: “What community activity or event is my club known for?”
Staff at KI will send district submissions to the designated district contact for district leadership to select their Tier I and Tier II submissions to the Signature Project Contest.
While the district determines how to select its club-level Tier I and Tier II submissions, the project should follow the criteria listed above. Once a district has selected its representative club-level signature projects, a district designate can complete the online submission form. All contest submissions will be confirmed as received via a confirmation email to the submitter. After the submission period has ended:
Members of the Kiwanis International Board Committee on Service and Partnerships will review all submissions that meet contest criteria. The committee will select the top 10 finalists in each tier. The committee will select the gold, silver and bronze winners (the top three in each group).
The decision of the committee is final.
Finalists and their respective districts will be notified of their status by Kiwanis International.
The top 10 finalists will be acknowledged during the Kiwanis International convention, and the top three — gold, silver and bronze — projects in each group will be awarded US$2,000, $1,500 and $1,000, respectively.
2024 IMPORTANT DATES
Contest Opens 01/02/24, Tuesday, 8:00 am ET Contest Closes 01/25/24, Thursday, 11:59 pm ET District Entries Due to KI 02/15/24, Thursday, 11:59pm ET
Signature Projects
Signature projects show the impact a Kiwanis club can have on a community. From playgrounds and parks to festivals and fundraisers, signature projects are the hallmarks of what Kiwanis clubs are known for in their communities.
Signature projects provide valuable and needed service to a community. They elevate awareness of Kiwanis, engage current members and remind them why they joined Kiwanis. Additionally, signature projects can increase membership. Don’t forget to invite and involve potential new members in your club’s next signature project.
While the district will determine how to select its club-level Tier I and Tier II submissions, all projects should follow the criteria listed below. A signature project is one that includes ALL of the following criteria:
TIP: A good question to ask when identifying a signature project: “What community activity or event is my club known for?”
Resources are available at: https://www.kiwanis.org/members/service-projects/signature-contest/
Each club’s entry will be sent directly to KI. The Signature Project form is located here: https://kiwanis.formstack.com/forms/english_entry_form
Staff at KI will send district submissions to the designated district contact for district leadership to select their Tier I and Tier II submissions to the Signature Project Contest.
While the district determines how to select its club-level Tier I and Tier II submissions, the project should follow the criteria listed above. Once a district has selected its representative club-level signature projects, a district designate can complete the online submission form.
All contest submissions will be confirmed as received via a confirmation email to the submitter. After the submission period has ended:
2024 IMPORTANT DATES
Contest Opens 01/02/24, Tuesday, 8:00 am ET
Contest Closes 01/25/24, Thursday, 11:59 pm ET
District Entries Due to KI 02/15/24, Thursday, 11:59pm ET
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Please join us in congratulating our Member of the Month for April 2024, Mic Platt of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Hilton!
Mic serves as a Zone Administrator for Capital District Key Club, serving as an excellent resource for Lieutenant Governors, Faculty Advisors, and club members. His service is truly remarkable, and he was honored with the Scott Hunter Award by the Capital District Key Club Board at District Convention in April. In addition, he serves as a Faculty Advisor for Key Club at Woodside High School, where he teaches, and leads them in impactful projects, such as raising $2500 for Special Olympics through a Polar Plunge. In October, he will be president of his Kiwanis club, and we know that his heart for service will be a guiding beacon for all the members. Thank you so much for all that you do! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations Mic Platt; an honor well-earned and deserved💙💛🎉!!
Congratulations Mic! Well deserved.
This man. He’s an inspiration to us all 🥰
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Congratulations to the Waynesboro Kiwanis Club, our April 2024 Club Spotlight!
This is a club that knows how to make service FUN, and they stay busy! From hosting a successful murder mystery fundraiser to a carnival theme pancake breakfast, these members know how to have a good time working for a good cause. They are active in working with their local Key Clubs, and even offer grants for organizations in their area to give back to the community. We thank you all for everything you are doing to improve the world one child and one community at a time.
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It's May, and we are celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month!
Capital District Kiwanis recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. We also recognize and value the contributions of all our Asian and Pacific Islander members!
You can get involved by checking out our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility resource guide here for books, movies/tv shows, and things to do to celebrate, learn, and uplift API voices: https://dwyq4sa1lz55y.cloudfront.net/uploads/… ... See MoreSee Less
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