25 Reasons to Join Kiwanis

​Relationships with Friends and Colleagues: We share a mission to help the kids of Hart County. Doing this with friends and associates gives us a greater purpose and brings us closer together as Kiwanians.  

Service and Giving Back: Our service projects and volunteer efforts make a difference in the lives of our kids and improve the community we live in.  

Helping Families Thrive: "It takes a village to raise a child." We help children succeed and offer a hand-up to families in need.  

Personal Growth: We become better people and citizens by giving our time, talents, and resources where needed.

Business Development and Networking: We encourage our members to utilize the talents of others in the club, ranging from young professionals to seasoned veterans.

Leadership Development: Build skills by participating in community fundraisers or assuming director positions within the organization.

Public Speaking: Engage with the club and present on special topics to large groups.

Sharing a Meal Together: We meet regularly to interact, discuss issues, and enjoy each other’s company.

Participating in History: Be part of a legacy that began in 1915; our local club has served Hart County for 77 years.

Developing a Social Network: Connect with lifelong locals, newcomers, and everyone in between.

A Desire to Pass It On: Pass your own experiences, talents, and blessings to the children of Hart County.

Learning About the Community: Our weekly presentations from local leaders, business owners, and politicians keep us informed in real time.

Social Get Togethers: Enjoy celebrations, holidays, and relaxing moments with fellow members.

Mentoring: Senior members share rich professional experience, while newer members bring fresh perspectives.

Volunteering: At our core, we are a group of people willing to give our time, energy, and talents to a cause greater than ourselves.

Corporate Memberships: We partner with local businesses to provide personal and professional development through service.

Champions for Kids: We support vital organizations including the Imagination Library, REACH Scholarships, YMCA programs, Hart Key Club, Star Student, Scouting Troop 33, Special Olympics, Hart County Community Theater, Domestic Violence Council, local food pantries, the Bookmobile, and Habitat for Humanity.

Business/Agency of the Month: We feature a local entity on our website to provide them with recognition and advertising.

Impactful Fundraisers: From our Low Country Shrimp Boil and Annual Golf Tournament to pecan sales and community events, our efforts fund essential local projects.

Visiting Other Clubs: As a Kiwanian, you are welcome at clubs globally when you travel.

Global Reach: With over 500,000 members in 80 countries, you are never alone.

Community: Some of our members have been with us for 60 years; many are multi-generational families.

Change Lives: You get to contribute to the lives of deserving kids, and in the process, your own life is changed as well.

Accumulated Wisdom: We blend 77 years of club experience with the energy of new members.

Our Commitment: This year, we continue changing the world by improving the quality of life for children and families.