This club is very active in Hamilton County. Their fundraising helps support their many youth endeavors, like reading to all the 2nd graders at Wolftever Elementary and sending them all home with a free book of their own, through the Reading is Fundamental programs. But
Mission: The purposes for which said corporation is formed are to assist needy persons, particularly young people; to assist worthy youth in attaining vocational excellence, and to aid handicapped persons in regaining happy, useful lives through the expending of funds directly for such purposes or by the furnishing of funds to other organizations organized for charitable, scientific research, or educational purposes, or the prevention of cruelty to children, all within the purview of section 501 (c)(3) of the internal revenue code and the regulations there under
Target demographics: Youth, Schools, Sports and more. We are part of a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 15+ Non-Profit Agencies and Services that serve our local youth
Geographic areas served: Ooltewah-Collegedale, TN
Programs: Reading Is Fundamental helps deliver free books and reading resources to needy children. Each second-grade student at Wolftever Elementary is given a book to take home and the teachers were given a book to add to their class library for a total of 100 books given away monthly! The cost for this program is raised through the Fall See's Candles Fund Raiser.
KEY CLUBS - Key Club is a student-led, high school organization.
The Ooltewah-Collegedale Club sponsor two Key Club in our area. Hamilton High School and Ooltewah High School. Through our sponsorship and support, these area Key Clubs members are learning how to lead and stand for what’s right through service and volunteerism. Our Key Club high school students are making a positive impact as they serve others in their schools and our community. At the end of each year, our Thatcher-Whidden Scholarship Fund gives away two annual financial awards of $2,500 to two qualifying Key Club seniors who exemplify the Kiwanis/Key Club mission of service. Each awardee must be actively engaged, academically successful, and committed to college. The funds for this program are raised through the bi-annual All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast that the club offers at Imagination Station.
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The Ooltewah-Collegedale Club was chartered on October 23, 1975. The club has met in nine different places over the years until Collegedale's Foundation Hall and Commons was built and the club moved to Chestnut Hall in 2022. In February of 2009, the Kiwanis Club of Ooltewah-Collegedale became the club's new name. In May 2009 our non-profit 501c3 corporation was formed to handle all project funds - Ooltewah-Collegedale Kiwanis Foundation.
This club is very active in Hamilton County. Their fundraising helps support their many youth endeavors, like reading to all the 2nd graders at Wolftever Elementary and sending them all home with a free book of their own, through the Reading is Fundamental programs. But they do so much more. So happy to have them in our community. And happy to be an active member.
This is the best group of like minded and selfless people I have ever been around. They truly care about their community and have a giving heart. They make you feel comfortable and right at home with them.
I enjoy Kiwanis! We get to help kids and have wonderful fundraisers, including our annual golf tournament, pancake breakfast the last Sunday in September, and See's chocolate sales.
This Kiwanis is great! They serve the community is many ways such as visiting schools to read to second graders and giving each child a book. They gave out $70,000 to various community organizations this year, They bring is interesting speakers from throughout the community. They work with high school Key Club members who also serve the community.
I have learned so much about the community through the wonderful speakers we have weekly. Also does well at serving children in schools and supporting hospitals.
This organization is very active in reading to elementary school students, encouraging leadership at the high school level, and caring for hurting members. It's a wonderful organization to belong to.
Absolutely a game changer for our community. So grateful for all the different types of events they provide that insure that there is something for everyone. It's clear how donations are used and you can see the direct impact. Friendly, inclusive, and fun!
This local chapter is a vibrant and friendly group! Members are very engaged with the mission of Kiwanis and the group is growing quickly as a result. I'm proud to be a member of a group that is all about serving the community first.
The Kiwanis Club of Ooltewah - Collegedale haas served our local community since 1975. With primary emphasis on serving the youth of our area, this organization has touched the lives of hundreds if not thousands of deserving individuals during this 47 year period. As a 25 year member, it has been a pleasure to serve as a part of this outstanding organization.
Kiwanis Club of Ooltewah-Collegedale is a wonderful group of committed individuals that truly care for their community. They are truly making a significant impact on the world.
My 15 year experience with the Ooltewah-Collegedale Kiwanis club has been filled with many blessings. Kiwanis club is certainly one of those civic organizations that help hold the fabric of our community together. Our weekly meetings that begin with the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer are then filled with fellowship, food, and interesting presenters. Our organization's funds have been used to help many individuals (especially children) and other non-profits. Participating in various acts of service has bonded us together in our heart for this community and created lasting friendships.
The Ooltewah-Collegedale Kiwanis Club is dedicated to serving the children of the world, one child at a time, starting in their own community and around the world. They sponsor activities such Reading is Fundamental, where club members read to preschool age children and they also give free books to children. They also sponsor a B.U.G program which stands for, Bring Up Grades. Each elementary age student has a chance to bring up their grade by one grade point. Example: If they bring a C up to a B then they qualify for ice cream party or a pizza party at the end of the semester. Each student that brings up a grade is awarded a nice certificate and is invited to the party. Kiwanis is such a great organization to have in any community.
The Kiwanis Club of Ooltewah-Collegedale brings the most interesting guest speakers that certainly entertain and enlighten the members. The activities like Pancake Breakfast shows how great the community support is as funds are raised for superior educational projects. My wife and I are proud to members of Kiwanis.
