The K-Kids' motto is "We Build,"

The objectives of K-Kids are:

• To provide opportunities for working together in service to school and community.
• To develop leadership potential.
• To foster the development of strong moral character.
• To encourage loyalty to school, community, and nation.

K-Kids at Fulton Academy, Pittsburgh, PA

History

Founded in 2004, the K-Kids program at Fulton Academy is the first such program in Western Pennsylvania. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of East Liberty, this club provides opportunities for children to grow socially and educationally through service.

What is K-Kids?

K-Kids provides the opportunity to develop self-esteem, leadership skills, morals and standards, and respect for others. This program involves elementary students, their parents, teachers, and Kiwanians in developing a character education opportunity as well as exposure to the concepts of community service and service learning. Members learn that their opinions and ideas count and that they can be productive members of society. They form sound personal values and experience satisfaction in knowing they did something to help improve the world around them. K-Kids members learn to work together as a group and yet be strong individually.

Raising Money

The K-Kids have already raised $500 for UNICEF Tsunami relief for their first philanthropy project. They were lauded by the PA Senate and received a special proclamation singed by State Senator Jim Ferlo for their work raising money for Tsunami relief. They are currently preparing their future projects.

K-Kids Links

• PA District: PA Kiwanis Kids
• Kiwanis International: K-Kids International