activities · 28
what they do
direct service · 28
- Awarding Scholarships to High School Seniors Targeted Educational ScholarshipsThe organization awards scholarships to local high school seniors to support their post-secondary education, with over $550,000 distributed in scholarships.
- Awarding Scholarships to High School Seniors Targeted Educational ScholarshipsThe organization awards scholarships to local high school seniors, with over $550,000 distributed in scholarships to support post-secondary education for children.
- Awarding Scholarships to High School Seniors Targeted Educational ScholarshipsThe organization awards scholarships to local high school seniors, with over $550,000 distributed in scholarships to support post-secondary education.
- Community Development and Infrastructure Contributions Membership Dues & Sustaining GiftsThe organization has contributed to community infrastructure by donating a children's play structure to Desert Awareness Park and acquiring and gifting the Carefree Sundial property to the Town of Carefree.
- Community Development and Infrastructure Support Membership Dues & Sustaining GiftsThe organization contributes to community development by donating a children's play structure to Desert Awareness Park, acquiring and gifting the Carefree Sundial property to the Town of Carefree, and providing grants for refurbishment of community centers.
- Community Improvement Projects Membership Dues & Sustaining GiftsThe organization engages in community improvement projects such as donating a children's play structure to Desert Awareness Park and organizing community litter pickup.
- Hosting Pancake Breakfast Fundraisers Community Breakfast & Food EventsThe organization hosts an Annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast as a local tradition to arrange social events and raise funds for community services.
- Hosting Pancake Breakfast Fundraisers Community Breakfast & Food EventsThe organization arranges social events and fundraisers, including an Annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, which is a local tradition to support community services.
- Hosting the Annual "Christmas for the Kids" Event Foster Youth Gift DistributionThe organization organizes and hosts the annual "Christmas for the Kids" event, which has drawn over 2,600 attendees and includes activities like distributing new bikes to children.
- Operating the Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift StoreThe organization operates the Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store in Cave Creek, which serves as a community resource and raises funds for its various projects.
- Operating the Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store Community-Supported Thrift StoreThe organization operates the Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store in Cave Creek, which serves as a fundraising mechanism for its projects and enhances community resources.
- Operating the Kiwanis Splash Park Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsThe organization operates the Kiwanis Splash Park, which features an interactive scorpion named "KIWANI" and ground spray jets for community enjoyment.
- Operating the Kiwanis Splash Park Member-Focused Social & Recreational EventsThe organization operates the Kiwanis Splash Park, which features an interactive scorpion and ground spray jets for community enjoyment.
- Organizing the Annual "Christmas for the Kids" Event Foster Youth Gift DistributionThe organization organizes the annual "Christmas for the Kids" event, which has drawn over 2,600 attendees and includes activities like distributing new bikes to children.
- Providing Grants to Community Organizations Local Community GrantmakingThe organization provides financial grants to various community organizations, including the Foothills Food Bank for holiday meals and snack pack programs, Desert Hills School of Music for instruments, the Holland Community Center for refurbishment, and the Cave Creek Unified School District.
- Providing Grants to Educational and Community Institutions Local Community GrantmakingThe organization provides financial grants to various institutions, including the Cave Creek Unified School District, Desert Hills School of Music for instruments, and the Holland Community Center for refurbishment, as well as funding a field trip for Lone Mountain Preschool.
- Providing Mobility DevicesThe organization initiated a program to provide mobility devices such as wheelchairs and walkers to community residents free of charge.
- Providing Mobility DevicesThe organization initiated a program to provide mobility devices like wheelchairs and walkers to community residents free of charge.
- Reading to Young Students Summer Literacy CampsThe organization engages in direct educational support by reading to young students.
- Sponsoring Youth Leadership and Character-Building Programs Youth Service Club SponsorshipThe organization supports service-minded students through programs like K-Kids, Builders Club, Key Club, and Terrific Kids in local schools, sponsoring projects and events that develop leadership and character.
- Sponsoring Youth Leadership and Character-Building Programs Youth Service Club SponsorshipThe organization supports service-minded students through programs like K-Kids, Builders Club, Key Club, and Terrific Kids, sponsoring projects and events that develop leadership and character in local schools.
- Supporting Local Community Organizations and Initiatives Local Community GrantmakingThe organization provides financial grants and support to various local organizations and initiatives, including the Foothills Food Bank for holiday meals and snack programs, Desert Hills School of Music for instruments, Holland Community Center for refurbishment, and the Cave Creek Unified School District, as well as supporting summer art programs for children and the Desert Foothills Family YMCA.
- Supporting Local Food BanksThe organization provides funding to the Foothills Food Bank to ensure holiday meals and supports their Snack Pack and School Micro-Pantry programs.
- Supporting Youth Programs and Organizations Youth Summer and Enrichment Program SupportThe organization contributes to various youth programs, including summer art programs for children, the Desert Foothills Family YMCA for Kids Zone build-out, swim lessons, and summer programs, and provides special needs support for children.
- Supporting Youth Programs and Organizations Youth Summer and Enrichment Program SupportThe organization provides financial support and grants to various youth programs and organizations, including summer art programs for children, the Desert Foothills Family YMCA for Kids Zone and swim lessons, and the Foothills Food Bank's Snack Pack and School Micro-Pantry program.
- Supporting Youth and Family Programs Youth Summer and Enrichment Program SupportThe organization contributes to various programs supporting youth and families, including summer art programs for children, the Desert Foothills Family YMCA for Kids Zone build-out, swim lessons, and summer programs, and provides special needs support for children.
- Volunteer ActivitiesThe organization organizes volunteer activities at various locations, including the Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store, Owl Sanctuary, and for community litter pickup, and also engages in reading to young students.
- Volunteer Activities and Community EngagementThe organization organizes volunteer activities for community benefit, including litter pickup, supporting the Owl Sanctuary, and reading to young students.
strategies · 29
how they think
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- Academic and Character Recognition for Student Motivation student_recognition_and_character_developmentThe organization motivates students and promotes positive character traits, self-esteem, and perseverance by recognizing their academic improvements and achievements, as well as their positive behavior and peer relationships.
- Collegiate Leadership and Service Development collegiate leadership and service developmentSponsors Circle K International (CKI) clubs on college and university campuses to provide community service, leadership development, and friendship opportunities for students.
- Community Engagement community engagementBuilds its club on friendship and service, welcoming new members through mixers to share its mission and foster community engagement.
- Community Engagement through Service and Fellowship service_based_community_engagementThe organization builds its club and fosters community engagement by using service activities as a means for members to build relationships, collaborate, and share its mission through fellowship events.
- Community Integration and Skill Development for Adults with Disabilities community_integration_for_adults_with_disabilitiesThe organization promotes community integration and develops initiative and leadership skills for adults with disabilities by engaging them in community-service clubs.
- Community Integration for Adults with Disabilities community_integration_for_adults_with_disabilitiesThe organization promotes community integration for adults with disabilities by providing opportunities to develop initiative and leadership skills through participation in a community-service club.
- Community engagement through service and relationship-building service-based community engagementStrengthens community ties by using service as a platform for members and participants to build relationships, foster collaboration, and promote inclusive engagement across generations and abilities.
- Community-Based Financial Support for Educational Initiatives community_based_financial_supportThe organization maximizes financial resources by administering and supporting community-based educational projects and initiatives for schools and organizations within its local area, adhering to specific guidelines.
- Community-Based Support community-based supportMaximizes financial resources by administering and supporting community-based initiatives in accordance with the Carefree Kiwanis Foundation guidelines.
- Community-Based Support and Engagement community-based supportThe organization maximizes its financial resources and impact by administering and supporting community-based initiatives and educational projects, while also building its own club on friendship and service to foster community engagement and collaboration.
- Fostering Collaboration and Engagement fostering collaboration and engagementUses service clubs to help students develop the courage to engage, fostering collaboration, effective face-to-face interaction, coalition building, and strong human connections.
- Inspiration and Mentorship inspiration and mentorshipInspires the next generation through events featuring accomplished individuals, providing role models for youth.
- Inspiration and Mentorship for Future Generations inspiration and mentorshipThe organization inspires the next generation by exposing them to accomplished individuals and recognizing academic achievement, thereby encouraging them to develop their potential and pursue their goals.
- Inspiration and Mentorship through Role Models inspiration_and_mentorshipThe organization inspires the next generation by providing opportunities for them to interact with and learn from accomplished individuals, such as Super Bowl champions.
- Inspiration and mentorship through role models inspiration and mentorshipEngages and motivates youth by connecting them with accomplished individuals and mentors who exemplify leadership and service, reinforcing aspirational development.
- Recognition and Motivation for Academic and Character Improvement student_recognition_and_motivationThe organization motivates students to improve and maintain their academic performance and develop positive character traits through recognition programs that celebrate achievements in grades, behavior, peer relationships, attendance, and perseverance.
- Service Leadership Development service leadership developmentEmpowers individuals to become leaders by providing opportunities to help others through service leadership programs, focusing on serving one child and one community at a time.
- Service as a vehicle for character and leadership development service-based youth developmentUses service activities as a core method to build character, leadership, and personal growth in youth and adults, reinforcing values through hands-on community engagement.
- Service-Based Community Engagement service-based community engagementUtilizes service activities as a means for members to build relationships and collaborate with others in the community.
- Service-Based Youth Development service-based youth developmentUses service as a means to build character and develop leadership in students.
- Student-Led Leadership Development student-led leadership developmentSupports a student-led, self-governing model for youth leadership development through elected student leadership positions.
- Support for educational and youth development programs educational project supportAdvances youth development and academic success by administering and funding educational projects, recognition programs, and school-based initiatives that promote achievement and perseverance.
- Values-aligned operations and community support community-based supportEnsures organizational values are reflected in all operations, including retail and financial administration, to support sustainable, community-based initiatives in alignment with foundation guidelines.
- Youth Development youth developmentSponsors leadership and character-building programs for students of all ages, hosted in schools or community agencies.
- Youth Leadership Development Through Service Clubs youth leadership development through service clubsUtilizes service clubs to help young people develop their leadership potential, fostering an identity as a leader, promoting others-centered leadership, and enabling purposeful action.
- Youth Leadership and Character Development through Service youth_leadership_development_through_serviceThe organization develops leadership skills, character, and community engagement in youth and young adults across various age groups (elementary to collegiate) by involving them in student-led service clubs and programs. This approach fosters an identity as a leader, promotes others-centered leadership, and encourages purposeful action and collaboration.
- Youth Leadership and Character Development through Service service-based youth developmentThe organization develops leadership skills, character, and self-esteem in youth of all ages (elementary to college) by engaging them in student-led service clubs and community service activities. This approach fosters an others-centered leadership identity, promotes collaboration, and encourages purposeful action and community integration.
- Youth Leadership and Character Development through Service youth_leadership_development_through_serviceThe organization develops leadership skills, character, and self-esteem in youth of all ages (elementary to college) by engaging them in student-led service clubs and community service activities. This approach fosters an others-centered leadership identity, promotes collaboration, and encourages purposeful action.
- Youth leadership development through student-led service clubs student-led leadership developmentEmpowers young people to develop leadership skills and character through student-led, self-governing service clubs across age groups, fostering ownership, collaboration, and purposeful community engagement.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Christmas for the Kids
Annual event providing holiday joy and gifts to local children in need.
K-Kids
Elementary school program that empowers children to develop leadership skills through community service projects.
Pancake Breakfast
Community fundraising event that supports local children's programs and initiatives.
relationships · 39
who they work with
- Aktion Club Partner — Sponsors Aktion Club, a community-service club for adults with disabilities.
- Annunciation Catholic School Partner — Supports the school.
- Black Mountain Elementary Partner — Supports the school.
- Builders Club Partner — Sponsors Builders Club, a service organization for middle school students.
- Cactus Shadows High School Partner — Supports the school.
- Carefree Christian Academy Partner — Supports the school.
- Carefree National Bank Partner — Erik Haney, a Kiwanian and Branch Manager at Carefree National Bank, speaks about business lending.
- Cave Creek Museum Partner — Supports children's programs.
- Circle K International (CKI) Partner — Sponsors Circle K International (CKI) clubs on college and university campuses.
- Desert Foothills Family YMCA Partner — Contributor to Kids Zone build-out, swim lessons, and summer programs.
- Desert Hills School of Music Partner — Provided a grant for over a dozen new instruments.
- Desert Sun Academy Partner — Supports the school.
- Desert Willow Elementary Partner — Supports the school.
- Foothills Caring Corp Partner — Supports senior programs.
- Foothills Caring Corps Partner — Took over the mobility equipment loan program originally started by Kiwanis Carefree to provide devices to the community.
- Foothills Food Bank Partner — Provided funding to ensure 1,000 holiday meals and supported its 2024–2025 Snack Pack and School Micro-Pantry program.
- Harold's Cave Creek Corral Partner — Hosts Kiwanis meetings every Wednesday at 11:30 AM.
- Holland Community Center Partner — Provided a grant for the refurbishment of its interior spaces.
- Horseshoe Trails Elementary Partner — Supports the school.
- Key Club International Network — Kiwanis Club of Carefree sponsors a local chapter of Key Club International, a student-led service organization.
- Key Club International Partner — Sponsors Key Club International, the largest high school service organization.
- Kiwanis International Network — Donates funds to Kiwanis International initiatives dedicated to disaster relief and eradicating diseases.
- Kiwanis International Partner — Empowers people through service leadership programs.
- Kiwanis Kids Partner — Sponsors Kiwanis Kids programs for elementary school students.
- Kiwanis Marketplace Partner — Operates a thrift store in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club of Carefree.
- Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store Partner — Operates a thrift store to make an impact in the community.
- Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store Partner — Operates or is affiliated with the Kiwanis Club of Carefree to support community impact through retail operations
- Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store Partner — Operates the thrift store to raise money for its projects.
- Kiwanis Marketplace Thrift Store Partner — Thrift store associated with the Kiwanis Club of Carefree, likely supporting its charitable activities
- Lone Mountain Preschool Partner — Received funding for a field trip to the Mo Willems exhibit at the Phoenix Children's Museum.
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