Kiwanis Club of Asheville

Events and Programs ~

Kiwanis Christmas Shopping Spree Every year the Kiwanis Club partners with local shelters and social workers to identify families that are in need during  Christmas.  Kiwanis provides transportation to and from their location, a meal, and age based spending money so the kids can pick out some of the items they want most.  We have been blessed to   witness the true meaning of the holiday season.

Kiwanis Adopt a School Program ~

For the past four years we have adopted Johnston Elementary, a low income school in the county.  We provide funding for items the school may need for the students and teachers, help with teacher appreciation, special events and reward programs such as a dance party, bowling, movies, big toy day and more.  There are also many volunteer opportunities  from helping in a classroom to helping sort books in the library. 

Bike Giveaway ~

We give Johnston 2 bikes each semester for their behavior rewards program.  We have also given 1 bike to Jones Elementary for perfect attendance.  In 202021, Kiwanis received a $500 grant from New Belgium which will help us reach even more children in the community.  We also recently received a grant of 100 helmets from NCDOT which will be given to all 3rd and 4th graders at Johnston after they complete their bicycle safety class. 

Key Club Scholarships ~

College scholarships are given out to high school students who are actively serving in one of our three Key Clubs at Enka, Reynolds and Erwin High School.  We factor in hours of service with both Key Club and the Kiwanis Club as well as general academic achievements.  

Terrific Kids ~

Terrific Kids is a student-recognition program that promotes character development, self-esteem, and   perseverance.  Students work with their classroom teacher to establish goals to improve behavior, peer      relationships, attendance or school work.  Students who achieve their goals after a specified time are     recognized as Terrific Kids with certificates and a book of their choice.  Terrific is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic, Respectful, Responsible, Inclusive, Friendly, Inquisitive and Capable.  We are    currently doing this program in Emma Elementary and Lucy Herring Schools.  

Kiwanis Book Giveaway ~

 This is possible thanks to our national partnership with Scholastic Books that gives us an incredible discount.  Books are given out at schools, community events, local shelters, and to partners such as Elida Home and Sleep tight kids.    

Sleep Tight Kids ~

Sleep Tight Kids provides night-time related items to children who are experiencing trauma or displacement.  The goal of this non profit is to alleviate the fear associated with negative situations and install a sense of safety and hope as they lay their heads to sleep each night. 

Drone Racing Initiative (New) ~

The Drone Racing Initiative spotlights the introduction to drone education for children in  local community after school programs, drone racing tournaments between high school Key Clubs, and partnering with the Drone Racing League and the City of Asheville Sports Commission.  If you have a knowledge or interest in drones and would like to help us with any of these projects, let us know!