About Cornhusker Kiwanis

Cornhusker Kiwanis is a vibrant, energetic community-impact organization which focuses most of our work toward the children of our community and the world.

Guests are always welcome and regularly visit our meetings. Cornhusker Kiwanis meets every Thursday noon at the Venue Restaurant’s Cornhusker Banquet Room. Our meetings consist of lunch, a short business meeting, and a program of community interest. Great fellowship and fun are included throughout the meeting.

Our signature projects

  • Awarding academic scholarships
  • Awarding Scholarships for American Legion’s annual Cornhusker Boys and Girls State
  • Sponsor youth clubs at five Lincoln public schools
  • Sponsor Aktion Club for adults living with disabilities
  • Reading and giving books to pre-school students through the Reading Is Fundamental project
  • Support Lincoln Public Schools/Food Bank ‘Market’ program and Food Pantry
  • Hold bike rodeos and safety events for youth
  • Young children diaper and wipes collection and distribution through the People’s City Mission

While our main emphasis is toward children, we also support Salvation Army, Community Blood Bank, and other community projects.

Kiwanis International Children’s Fund has a great impact worldwide and supports children around the world. Focus projects include the Iodine Deficiency Disorder (IDD) and the ELIMINATE Project  (Mother/Neonatal Tetanus). Please visit our international website at Kiwanis.org for more information.

It takes a large number of volunteer hours and a considerable amount of fundraising to accomplish these ambitious goals. Funds are received through the Kiwanis Pancake/French Toast Breakfasts, members working at activities at the Lancaster Events Center, and other selected fundraisers. We also receive funds through the county tax sales with the Guardian Tax Group. To assist with these endeavors, the Lincoln Cornhusker Kiwanis Foundation, Inc. (501c3) was formed.

Whether we are working on an event for the community or raising funds for the continuation of other projects, we always have a great time and enjoy the comradery of the members of our club.

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