What we do
Annually, the Kiwanis club of Lake Forest actively participates in various fundraising and service projects. Here are some prominent initiatives:
- We sponsor two High School Community Service Clubs (Kiwanis Key Club) and one Intermediate School Community Service Club (Kiwanis Builders Club)
- We provide Scholarships to our youth and to Lake Forest residents attending Saddleback College
- We support Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce in their annual Elf Yourself event
- Our annual fundraiser is a Pancake Breakfast on the 4th of July where proceeds go to our Community Service programs.
- We continue to build our "BRAND" and "LEGACY" in Lake Forest
- We visit the Senior Residents at Trabuco Hills Post-Acute Skilled Nursing Facility (NET) , Neighborhood Enrichment Program
- We support the Boy's and Girl's after school programs in Lake Forest
- We participate in the "Clean Lake Forest" program
CLEAN LAKE FOREST
APRIL AND SEPTEMBER WE SUPPORT "CLEAN LAKE FOREST" PROGRAM.
LAKE FOREST RESIDENTS AND THEIR KIDS SHOW UP TO PICK UP TRASH IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS.
KIWANIS CLUB OF LAKE FOREST, CR&R AND HOME DEPOT SPONSOR THE "CLEAN LAKE FOREST" PROGRAM
KIWANIS CLUB OF LAKE FOREST PARTNERS WITH TRABUCO HILLS POST-ACUTE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY.
KIWANIS MEMBERS AND FRIENDS VISIT IN ROOM RESIDENTS, ASSIST WITH THE WEEKLY ICE CREAM PARLOR PROGRAM, PROVIDE ARTS AND CRAFTS INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESIDENTS AND MUCH MORE
KIWANIS " NEIGHBORHOOD ENRICHMENT TEAM" (NET)
Raise Money
Fundraising activities are essential for supporting the work of non-profits and community groups. They not only raise vital funds but also enhance community engagement and awareness. Popular fundraising methods include hosting special events like charity galas, sports tournaments, and benefit concerts. These events not only generate funds through ticket sales but also provide a platform for enjoyable community participation.
Community-focused initiatives such as bake sales, car washes, and yard sales are great for grassroots involvement, allowing residents to contribute directly to the cause. Additionally, online crowdfunding campaigns have become a powerful tool, reaching a wide audience and facilitating small donations that collectively make a significant impact.
Silent auctions, featuring unique items or experiences, offer an exciting and competitive way to raise funds. Educational workshops in areas like cooking or arts also serve as creative fundraising avenues, with the added benefit of skill development for participants.
In all these efforts, aligning the fundraising activities with the organization's mission is key. It ensures that the event not only raises funds but also strengthens the community's bond with the cause, showcasing the power of collective support in making a positive change.