St Johns Kiwanis Club 707
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  • Recent News
  • Upcoming Programs
  • Fundraisers
    • Flag Fundraiser
  • Committees
    • Membership
    • Human & Spiritual Values
    • Community Services
    • Youth Services
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St. Johns Kiwanis 707: Improving the world one child and one community at a time

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What is Kiwanis?

A local group of like-minded volunteers who make a difference. Friends. Neighbors. Anyone who loves serving together to change children’s lives.
A typical Kiwanis club is a snapshot of its community, with members from all walks of life and at every step of the career ladder. They are unified in their belief that children and their communities benefit from the efforts of a proficient group of caring and involved volunteer leaders that help children reach their full potential.

Mission: Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.
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Motto: Serving the children of the world

History: Kiwanis 707 currently has nearly forty members. Dr. Stuart Openlander, Lt. Governor Art Hulton (Division 15 East) and Lt. Governor Lynn Gordon (Division 15 West) spearheaded the formation of the club in 1979, and two charter members are still members of the club (Jim Gunther & Rod Fuller).

Meetings

Meetings are currently held every Thursday from 7AM - 8 AM at AgroLiquid, 3055 W. M-21 St. Johns, Michigan 48879

Each meeting contains:
  • A catered breakfast
  • Networking, fellowship & conversation
  • General announcements and reminders
  • A Program (Student of the Year, Community leader, business owner, etc)
  • Random Act of Kindness
  • Happy Dollars

Fundraisers

The Club currently raises approximately $20,000 for Clinton County Communities through: 
  • Koeze Nut sales (Annual)
  • Peppermint Patty Plop raffle (Annual)
  • Texas Hold’em Tournament (3-4 times per year)
  • Flags over Clinton County (ongoing)
  • Culvers (occasionally)

Committees

Our service club is divided into four committees. Each Committee has a chairperson and fund distribution budget.
  • Membership
  • Human & Spiritual Values
  • Children and Youth Services
  • Community Services​


2025-2026 Officers

  • President: Tricia Thayer
  • President Elect: Beth Hamiel
  • Secretary: Sue Lounds
  • Treasurer: Marcia Peterson
  • Past President: James Eshelman
  • Trustees for 2025 - 2027
             Jeff Nobis, Ruth Hills, Chris Bouck
  • Trustees for 2024 - 2026
             Jim Gunther, Doug Brook, Curt Keck
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