Kiwanis of Lakeland

Make a difference here in Lakeland.

Join neighbors who turn care into practical service for children, families and the wider Lakeland community.

Kiwanis

Kiwanis of Lakeland

Serving since 1922

A local club with a long view.

Kiwanis of Lakeland brings people together through community service and fundraising. Its work includes Day Without Disabilities at Bunch Ranch, school supplies through Stuff the Bus, scholarships and youth leadership programs.

Along the way, members find friendship, shared purpose and opportunities for personal growth through service.

Official club website

Local impact

Service shaped around Lakeland.

Day Without Disabilities

Hosting a welcoming community day at Bunch Ranch for people with disabilities.

Stuff the Bus

Helping provide school supplies to local students.

Scholarships

Supporting students as they pursue their education.

Youth leadership

Encouraging young people to lead, serve and grow.

Kiwanis International mission

“Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.”

Vision, summarized

A future where every child grows up with encouragement, care and the community support to flourish.

These are global Kiwanis principles. The local service described above reflects Kiwanis of Lakeland's work.

Kiwanis International mission and values

A plain-language summary of Kiwanis International's six Objects

Values in action

01

People before possessions

Put human and spiritual wellbeing ahead of material concerns.

02

Treat others with care

Practice the Golden Rule in everyday relationships.

03

Act with integrity

Hold ourselves to strong personal and professional standards.

04

Contribute as citizens

Lead by example and take responsibility for community life.

05

Friendship through service

Build lasting relationships while helping others.

06

Work for the common good

Support justice, goodwill and civic ideals together.

Visit, connect, then apply

Get acquainted with the club.

Kiwanis of Lakeland meets on the first and third Fridays of each month at First United Methodist Church on Lake Morton in Lakeland. Check current meeting details with the club before attending.

The official membership application asks prospective applicants to attend at least two club events first. Explore the club's current information packet, corporate membership details and application on its website.

Ready to learn more?

Join Kiwanis of Lakeland

See the community day Kiwanis brings to life.

Day Without Disabilities returns March 13, 2027, at Bunch Ranch.

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