Together, these causes form a continuum of impact — helping young people develop throughout childhood and into adulthood. Each cause also supports the others, ultimately creating a generation of leaders who also contribute to that continuum.
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 2024, Commack Kiwanis #K21412
Our members’ hands and hearts help those who cannot always help themselves.
KIWANIS VISION
Kiwanis will be a positive influence in communities worldwide — so that one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them and provide the support they need to thrive.
KIWANIS MISSION
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.
KIWANIS CAUSES
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HEALTH AND NUTRITION
Kiwanis clubs look out for their community and the Kiwanis International organization takes on large-scale challenges, such as fighting disease and poverty.
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EDUCATION AND LITERACY
Education and literacy represent one of the three Kiwanis International causes that form a continuum of impact helping young people.
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YOUTH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Kiwanis offers youth leadership development programs like Key Club for high school students and Key Leader, a weekend experience focused on service leadership and social-emotional skills.
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OUR IMPACT
Education and literacy are one of the three core causes of Kiwanis International, alongside health and nutrition and youth leadership development.