Kiwanis Club of Alameda

Weekly Luncheon

The Kiwanis Club of Alameda meets weekly at the Elks lodge at noon (call for location) 510.764-1472

Third Thursday

Board of Directors Meeting

The Club's Board of Directors meets monthly at the Bank of Alameda's conference room (Otis Street Branch).

Every Saturday

Alameda Meals on Wheels

Club volunteers deliver hot meals once a week to the elderly, homebound and needy.

January 28, 2012

Chili Cook-Off and Barbecue Dinner  - Fundraiser

The 2012 Chili Cook-off will feature another spirited Chili contest, in addition to a delicious dinner, many happy raffle/auction bidders, and lots of delighted dancers. Volunteer opportunities abound with this event.  Sponsorships and auction items are especially welcome.  

April 

Kiwanis 1 Day

Kiwanis 1 Day brings together the entire Kiwanis family of organizations in the California-Nevada-Hawaii District to work in service of the community every March. The Kiwanis Club of Alameda proudly participates in this spectacular service event, doing everything from reading to children to building bookshelves to planting trees and contributing to the beautification of local parks.

May 

Hope of America Awards

Each May, the Kiwanis Club of Alameda honors a select group of Alameda eighth-grade students for their leadership, citizenship, and scholastic abilities. These children represent the future Hope of America, hence the name of the awards and our dedication to honoring them.

May-June 

Kiwanis Foundation Scholarships

The Club funds 1 and 4-year grants to graduates of Alameda's high schools to assist in funding their college education.

June

Relay for Life

Kiwanis Club members and our Key Clubs participate in this  24-hour walkathon to raise money for the American Cancer Society.

Last weekend of July

Park Street Art & Wine Faire

The Club provides personnel to staff either a beer or wine booth for the entire weekend.  Over the years, several of our members have served on the committee that produces the event. 

September

Webster Street Jam

The Club provides personnel to staff a beer, wine and ticket sales booth for the weekend. Our members play key roles, serving on the committee that produces the event. 

November 

Scouting for Food

Kiwanians join together with the Boy Scouts and other community members/organizations to collect and sort food donations for the Alameda Food Bank.

November 

Special Olympics Bowling Tournament

Kiwanis Club of Alameda is a major sponsor of the annual Special Olympics Bowling Tournament held at Mel's Bowl in Alameda. Volunteers assist our special athletes with bowling, scoring and presentation of awards.  Special Olympians of all ages are invited to participate. Their courage is truly inspiring.