Committees

To carry out all the projects that Kiwanis is involved with throughout the year, each member is asked to join one or more committees.

Committee NameChair(s)Description
Aktion ClubPosada, JulieKiwanis sponsored leadership program club for adults with disabilities.
Allan Hancock College Circle KPrezkop, Glenn
Beal, Donna		Sponsored Leadership program at Allan Hancock College
Arellanes Builders ClubPrezkop, GlennJunior High Kiwanis Club sponsored leadership program
Back-to-School Shopping SpreeBeal, DonnaClothes shopping, backpack with school supplies, and breakfast for each student. The chair is the current President-Elect
BBQ FunctionsBeal, RandyThe BBQ Functions committee provides fundraising help to other community organizations. This team effort allows them to raise funds for themselves, as well as for our own club for administrative needs & for our Kiwanis for Kids foundation.
Benefit DrawingRubcic, AnnaAnnual reverse drawing to raise funds for Kiwanis for Kids Foundation,Inc.
Board of DirectorsPosada, JulieThe BBQ Functions Committee provides fundraising help to other community organizations. This team effort allows them to raise funds for themselves, as well as for our own club for administrative needs & for our Kiwanis for Kids foundation.
Bonita K-KidsPrezkop, GlennSponsored Leadership Partners for 4-6 grade students.
Club Auction – Holiday Bake SaleRubcic, AnnaAuction during General Meeting to raise funds for Administration
Club HistoryBeal, DonnaMaintain timeline and tools showcasing Club’s history
Club Succession PlanningGalanski, EdResponsible for contacting members interested in running for office.
Community ServicesCruz, MarisolResponsible for our direct contribution to the community through service hours and overseeing budgeted monies for community based programs and services. This committee serves a wide variety of organizations from the homeless to the elderly and many, many good causes in between.
Guess Speakers / ProgramsBeal, DonnaProcuring interesting and engaging speakers for meetings. Ensure proper acknowledgment of any guest speaker.
Guzman GallopPrezkop, GlennFundraiser for Administration – Roll the dice to move horses forward. Members bet on their favorites horses / riders.
House CommitteeDavie, JasonSetup Room for meetings. Order supplies (drinks, dessert, etc.) for meetings. Decorating for special meetings.
InterclubsGalanski, MichelleFundraiser for Administration – Roll the dice to move horses forward. Members bet on their favorite horses/riders.
Kiwanis for Kids Inc.Posada, JulieInterclubs promote fellowship among the Kiwanis Family. Through interclubs we get to know our neighboring Kiwanis Clubs, develop new ideas, and help each other become better Kiwanians.
MembershipMoats, SusanPromote new members & retain current members.
NewsletterBeal, DonnaProvide monthly updates for members about club activities and news you should know.
Pioneer Valley Key ClubBanuelos, SantiagoHigh School Kiwanis Club sponsored leadership program
Santa Maria High Key ClubClark, GaylenHigh School Kiwanis Club sponsored leadership program
Santa Maria Rec & Parks Key ClubBanuelos, SantiagoHigh School Kiwanis Club sponsored leadership program
Scholarship AwardsRubcic, AnnaDetermine which scholarships will be given to students in the Santa Maria Valley. Determine criteria for each scholarship.
Social MediaBeal, DonnaEnsure timely posting of club activities to Facebook, Insta, and other platforms etc.
Spiritual Aims/Bell RingingDoyle, BobSupport for Spiritual Organizations
Sponsored Leadership ProgramsBanuelos, SantiagoResponsible for the interaction with the K-Kids, Builders Club, Key Club and Aktion Club
Sunshine CommitteeGeraci, EileenSend greetings & contact members & family members in need.
WebsiteGeraci, StevenMaintaining website
Youth ServicesHord, MarjorieVetting grant applications and organizing activities for the youth in our community.
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Founded in 1915, Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

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Planning an event to support your community? Make sure you and your club members amplify your efforts with apparel and accessories that feature the Kiwanis logo. Show your Kiwanis pride!

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Planning an event to support your community? Make sure you and your club members amplify your efforts with apparel and accessories that feature the Kiwanis logo. Show your Kiwanis pride! Shop now: https://bit.ly/3PEHPA7
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Today is #ArborDay in the United States! 🌳 Every Arbor Day since 1986, the Kiwanis Club of South-West Peoria, Illinois, U.S., has planted a tree to beautify its community. Club member James Daugherty says the gifts over the years have helped make Peoria “truly a Tree City U.S.A.!” How does your club celebrate Arbor Day where you live? #KidsNeedKiwanis ... See MoreSee Less

Today is #ArborDay in the United States! 🌳 Every Arbor Day since 1986, the Kiwanis Club of South-West Peoria, Illinois, U.S., has planted a tree to beautify its community. Club member James Daugherty says the gifts over the years have helped make Peoria “truly a Tree City U.S.A.!” How does your club celebrate Arbor Day where you live? #KidsNeedKiwanisImage attachment
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This year's South-West Kiwanis tree planting has been postponed by the city until May 7th due to the weather.

I'm paying 5 grand to the first 20 people that'll dm me "ALIVE" stay blessed

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The Kiwanis Club of May Pen, Clarendon, Jamaica, received a Kiwanis Children's Fund microgrant to install a garden space for fun, reflection and conflict resolution at a local primary school. Read about this and other microgrant projects: bit.ly/3PVDMPz #KidsNeedKiwanis ... See MoreSee Less

The Kiwanis Club of May Pen, Clarendon, Jamaica, received a Kiwanis Childrens Fund microgrant to install a garden space for fun, reflection and conflict resolution at a local primary school. Read about this and other microgrant projects: https://bit.ly/3PVDMPz #KidsNeedKiwanis
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Congratulations 👏

Didn’t know a Club existed!!

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