Welcome to our new members
At the heart of any thriving organization lies its members—the dedicated individuals who bring their unique talents, perspectives, and passions to the table. Here at the Kiwanis Club of Allen,
Since its founding in Detroit, Michigan, in 1915, Kiwanis has grown to about 9,000 clubs in more than 80 nations. Kiwanis Club of Allen, Texas, was organized at K-Bob’s Steakhouse in Plano on February 4, 1988, with thirty-one members by Texas-Oklahoma District of Kiwanis International. The McKinney Kiwanis Club with Steve Ferguson serving as club president was the sponsoring club. Originally assigned to Division 8 and later to Division 37, Allen Kiwanis Club is currently assigned to Division 2 of Texas- Oklahoma District.
As a member of the Allen Kiwanis Club, men and women of all cultures have the opportunity to make business and professional contacts; learn about local, national, and international issues; improve leadership skills; and participate in the life of their community. Fund raising projects include placing US flags throughout our community on Flag Days, sponsoring the Ron Gentry Memorial Golf Tournament, and hosting the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast With Santa. Service projects include support to Allen Community Outreach, Samaritan Inn, and Children Miracle Network. This club sponsors Circle K at University of Texas at Dallas along with Key Clubs at Allen High School, Independence High School-Frisco, and Reedy High School-Frisco.
In addition, for Allen ISD and Lovejoy ISD, Terrific Kid certificates are made available in grades K-6 and dictionaries are awarded annually to all third graders. Club scholarships are given each year to graduating seniors and to sophomores for leadership seminars.
More than 260,000 members and 5,000 clubs in 30 nations
More than 12 million service hours annually
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At the heart of any thriving organization lies its members—the dedicated individuals who bring their unique talents, perspectives, and passions to the table. Here at the Kiwanis Club of Allen,
In the heart of Allen, Texas, community spirit thrives, embodied by individuals whose dedication and selflessness leave an indelible mark on the lives of others. Among these remarkable individuals stands
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