YOUTH PROGRAMS

The Kiwanis incorporates the youth in their membership. Sponsored Youth Programs include: K-Kids (grades 1-5), Builders' Club (grades 6-8), Key Club (grades 9-12) and Circle-K (college).

Builders Club - We currently have one Builders Club; at Immaculate Conception School (ICS). For more information, please contact Dewan Prashad at (618) 281-6900 or dpfirestone@hotmail.com or Pat McDermott at (618) 281-8069. For more information on Builders Club in general, visit www.buildersclub.org

Key Club - Columbia High School (CHS).  This program is for all high school students and emphasizes community service. They sponsor an annual After Prom Event each year which is open to all high school students.  For more information on the CHS Key Club you can contact either Mark Tisdale, Kiwanis Advisor at (618) 830-9395 or undrtkr311@excite.com or Missie Steve at (618) 281-5001 or by email at missiesteve@yahoo.com.  For more information on Key Clubs in general, www.keyclub.org.

Helmets First! is a non-profit organization aimed at educating area children on the importance of wearing a bicycle helmet each and every time they ride. Many FREE helmets are distributed each year. Also, in conjunction with the Columbia Police Department, rewards are given to children seen wearing a helmet while they ride. Want Helmets First to visit your classroom or event? Just visit the website to learn more! www.helmetsfirst.com

For more information in general about sponsored youth visit the Kiwanis Links page.