activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 5
- Award scholarships to high school seniors Targeted Educational ScholarshipsProvides 20-30 scholarships annually to local high school seniors in the Prescott area.
- Fundraise through the Annual Kiwanis Auction Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsConducts an Annual Kiwanis Auction, including both live and online events, to raise funds for community programs. The online auction alone has raised approximately $110,000 by auctioning over 600 donated items.
- Maintain Bradshaw Pines Camp Community Facility Maintenance & Secular GatheringsOrganizes a Kiwanis Camp Work Day where members and volunteers maintain and spruce up Bradshaw Pines Camp.
- Organize the Annual Kiwanis Kiddie Parade Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsOrganizes and hosts the Annual Kiwanis Kiddie Parade in downtown Prescott, with over 800 children participating in the 84th iteration.
- Participate in community parades Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsParticipates in local parades such as the Veteran's Day Parade and the Frontier Days Parade to honor veterans and engage with the community.
strategies · 7
how they think
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- Child-Focused Community Service child-focused community serviceThe organization prioritizes improving the lives of children in the community as its primary service goal, directing its efforts and resources towards initiatives that benefit the younger population.
- Community Project Coordination and Funding community_project_coordinationThe organization coordinates community projects, organizes fundraising events, and disburses funds to support various community initiatives, acting as a central hub for community improvement efforts.
- Community-Funded Fundraising with Full Reinvestment community-funded fundraisingThe organization raises funds through an annual auction of donated items from local businesses, with a commitment to returning 100% of the proceeds directly back to the community, fostering local support and reinvestment.
- Inclusive Post-Secondary Education Support inclusive-scholarship-eligibilityThe organization supports post-secondary education by providing scholarships for students attending both traditional colleges and vocational or trade schools, ensuring a broad range of educational pathways are accessible.
- Integrated Community Engagement and Service community engagement and serviceThe organization combines service projects, fundraising, and social gatherings to both benefit the community and strengthen connections among its members, creating a holistic approach to community involvement.
- Open Inquiry for Community Engagement community_engagement_through_inquiryThe organization actively engages community members by providing an open inquiry form, facilitating their involvement in club projects, membership, and donations, thereby fostering broad participation and support.
- Structured Event Organization for Children event_organization_with_guidelinesThe organization ensures safe and organized children's events by implementing structured, rule-based participation guidelines, providing a clear framework for activities.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Annual Kiwanis Auction
A live and online auction event where donated items from local businesses are sold to raise funds for community initiatives, primarily benefiting children.
Annual Kiwanis Kiddie Parade
A parade held in downtown Prescott for children, with winners riding on the Kiwanis Club Float in the Frontier Days Parade.
Kiwanis Camp Work Day
Club members and volunteers spend a morning sprucing up Bradshaw Pines Camp.
Scholarship Program
Provides 20-30 scholarships annually to local high school seniors attending conventional colleges, universities, vocational colleges, or trade schools.
relationships · 2
who they work with
- Hassayampa Inn Partner — Hosts the club's weekly meetings at its venue.
- Local businesses in the Prescott area Partner — Donates items for the Annual Kiwanis Auction.