Helping Change the World One Child, One Community at a time!
Kiwanis of North Ridgeville
Who We Are
Kiwanis helps kids around the world. Our Kiwanis club looks out for our community and the Kiwanis International organization takes on large-scale challenges, such as fighting disease and poverty.
The Kiwanis Mission & Vision
Kiwanis empowers communities to improve the world by making lasting differences in the lives of children. Kiwanis strives to be a positive influence in communities worldwide – so that one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them, and provide the support they need to thrive.
Out Kiwanis club fulfills the Kiwanis mission by serving our children and community through Kiwanis Community Service Projects.
Meeting Info
When: 2nd and 4th Monday of the month Time: 7:00 p.m. (Those who wish to get together for dinner will meet up at 6 p.m.) Where: LCCC University Partnership Ridge Campus 32121 Lorain Road North Ridgeville, OH 44039
The 6th Annual North Ridgeville Kiwanis Cutest Pooch Contest will be quickly underway! Funds raised from this event will help benefit our area youths.
Those 18 and older can enter the contest between July 5th and August 1, 2026. Voting ends at 7 pm on Aug. 1, 2026. Just go to theNorth Ridgeville Kiwanis Cutest Pooch Contest web site between those dates to enter your pooch or place your votes.
PRIZES! OPPORTUNITY TO RIDE IN THE NORTH RIDGEVILLE CORN FESTIVAL PARADE!
THURSDAY VOTE BONUS DAYS: One bonus day each week! Every Thursday during the contest period, will be a Bonus Votes Day. For every 5 votes, you will receive 3 bonus votes!
Net proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support the children of North Ridgeville by providing scholarships, Amtrykes, snack bags and used towards other children related projects.
Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, July 11, 2026 Start your morning with a delicious pancake breakfast and enjoy a day filled with airplanes, classic cars, and family fun!
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville is proud to serve up a pancake breakfast at the annual Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show at the Lorain County Regional Airport (44050 Russia Road, Elyria, OH).
Stop by for breakfast, then spend the day exploring the aircraft displays, impressive cars, and other activities. We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your support of the Kiwanis Club and the children of our community!
TEAL Art Fest
Free Event • Saturday, July 18, 2026 • 1:00–6:00 p.m. Join the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville at the 2026 TEAL Art Fest at South Central Park for an afternoon celebrating creativity, community, and family fun!
This free event showcases the artistic talents of K–12 students and young adults while featuring live music, interactive art activities, and entertainment for all ages. Stop by the Kiwanis booth to say hello and learn more about how we serve the children of North Ridgeville.
Fresh Roasted Corn for a Great Cause!
Be sure to stop by the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club Roasted Corn Booth at the North Ridgeville Corn Festival, August 7–9, 2026!
Enjoy delicious, freshly roasted sweet corn while supporting the children of our community. Every purchase helps the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville fund programs, scholarships, and projects that make a positive difference in the lives of local children.
Bring your family, grab some corn, and help us continue serving the children of North Ridgeville—one ear at a time!
Recent Activities
20 Amtrykes and Counting!
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville is proud to celebrate a milestone—20 Amtrykes donated to local children with disabilities since the program began.
An Amtryke is a therapeutic tricycle specially adapted to meet the unique needs of children with physical challenges, helping improve mobility, strength, confidence, and independence.
Already in 2026, the club has provided three Amtrykes—one to a 5-year-old child, one to two siblings, and one to a local school where multiple students will benefit.
These life-changing donations are made possible through the generous support of our community and our fundraising efforts. Thank you for helping us make a difference, one child at a time.
Scoops for Safety
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville, North Ridgeville Police Department and Culver’s of North Ridgeville have teamed up to encourage children to wear helmets while riding their bikes. Police officers have been on the lookout for children wearing their bike helmets. When a police officer spots a child who made a smart, safe choice to wear a helmet, the child could receive an envelope with a coupon for a free scoop of Culver’s frozen custard!
2026 Memorial Day Parade
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville was once again honored to participate in this year’s Memorial Day Parade with a float featuring the Liberty Bell. The display celebrated the enduring values of freedom and patriotism while paying tribute to the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in remembering our heroes and making this year’s parade a meaningful community event.
Some 2025 Highlighted Events
North Ridgeville Kiwanis Open House held Sept. 8th, 2025 7p-8p
On Sept. 8th, 2025, the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club held an open house to share with others the many ways the club helps our children and community along with how they raise funds to do so. Those who attended were able to take part in assembling snack bags and making a blanket for Good Knights.
On Aug. 2, 2025 at 7pm, our 5th Annual Cutest Pooch Contest came to an end. On behalf of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville, we would like to thank all who participated. Your contributions helped raise funds to support our area’s children.
We once again had so many cute pooches! It was so much fun reading about how each of them bring joy to the lives they touch. Although each and every pooch is a star in their own right, the following served up the most votes:
Winner: Pepper
Runner Up: Honeybee Note: Rusty is known for his kind heart. In fact, he gave his second place spot in the Cutest Pooch Contest to his canine friend, Honeybee. This is just another example of the love and joy Rusty brings to others.
Honorable Mention: Clover
For additional info and pictures, see the Previous Fundraisers at the bottom of the Fundraiser page.
$7,000 Donation for the South Central Park Playground
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville donated $7,000 towards the new South Central Park playground. The check was presented to North Ridgeville Mayor, Kevin Corcoran, and North Ridgeville Parks and Recreation Director, Kevin M. Fougerousse.
Memorial Day Parade
The North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club marched in the Memorial Day Parade. They created a memorable float depicting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
AdaptABLE Athletic Day Recognition
At the May 16, 2025 AdaptABLE Atheletic Day track and field event, the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club was recognized for the many Amtrykes they have provided the schools and children of North Ridgeville.
On May 2, 2025, an official beekeeper read to the children and explained what a beekeeper does and the importance of bees. In addition to snacks, the children received books and a book pillow.
Kiwanis Kids and Dental Care
On Feb. 21, 2025, children had the opportunity to meet a dentist who read to them and they learned about dental care. Three books were read, and the children enjoyed refreshments. They went home with a book and book pillow.
Kiwanis Kids and the Mayor of North Ridgeville
On November 1,2024, the Mayor of North Ridgeville read to our North Ridgeville children. The children also enjoyed cookies, drinks and went home with a new book.
Kiwanis Kids and Flag Day
On June 14, 2024, the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library hosted reading session all about Flag Day.
Kiwanis Kids and Veterinary Care
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library hosted reading session with Gary Krone, DVM. The reading session helped children to understand what a veterinarian does and how animals are cared for.
There were also some crafts and activities. Those children who attended received a special little reading gift courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville.
Held on: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library (35700 Bainbridge Road)
Kiwanis Kids and Fireman
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library hosted a reading session with a North Ridgeville fireman. In addition to the North Ridgeville fireman reading to the children, the children learned more about what our fireman do and how they help us. The children were able to see a fire truck and an ambulance!
Those children who attended received a special little reading gift courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville.
Held on: Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library (35700 Bainbridge Road)
Kiwanis Kids and Cops
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library and the North Ridgeville Police Department held “Kiwanis Kids and Cops” reading session. This was an opportunity to promote children’s literacy and also build trust in our law enforcement.
A North Ridgeville police officer read to our children and there were also some crafts and activities. Those children who attended received a special little reading gift courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville.
Held on: Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library (35700 Bainbridge Road)
Kiwanis of North Ridgeville
Who We Are
Kiwanis helps kids around the world. Our Kiwanis club looks out for our community and the Kiwanis International organization takes on large-scale challenges, such as fighting disease and poverty.
The Kiwanis Mission & Vision
Kiwanis empowers communities to improve the world by making lasting differences in the lives of children. Kiwanis strives to be a positive influence in communities worldwide – so that one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them, and provide the support they need to thrive.
Out Kiwanis club fulfills the Kiwanis mission by serving our children and community through Kiwanis Community Service Projects.
Meeting Info
When: 2nd and 4th Monday of the month
Time: 7:00 p.m. (Those who wish to get together for dinner will meet up at 6 p.m.)
Where:
LCCC University Partnership Ridge Campus
32121 Lorain Road
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Upcoming Activities
2026 Cutest Pooch Contest Starts July 5, 2026
The 6th Annual North Ridgeville Kiwanis Cutest Pooch Contest will be quickly underway! Funds raised from this event will help benefit our area youths.
Those 18 and older can enter the contest between July 5th and August 1, 2026. Voting ends at 7 pm on Aug. 1, 2026. Just go to theNorth Ridgeville Kiwanis Cutest Pooch Contest web site between those dates to enter your pooch or place your votes.
PRIZES!
OPPORTUNITY TO RIDE IN THE NORTH RIDGEVILLE CORN FESTIVAL PARADE!
THURSDAY VOTE BONUS DAYS: One bonus day each week! Every Thursday during the contest period, will be a Bonus Votes Day. For every 5 votes, you will receive 3 bonus votes!
Net proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support the children of North Ridgeville by providing scholarships, Amtrykes, snack bags and used towards other children related projects.
For full details see the Current Fundraisers page.
Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Start your morning with a delicious pancake breakfast and enjoy a day filled with airplanes, classic cars, and family fun!
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville is proud to serve up a pancake breakfast at the annual Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show at the Lorain County Regional Airport (44050 Russia Road, Elyria, OH).
Stop by for breakfast, then spend the day exploring the aircraft displays, impressive cars, and other activities. We look forward to seeing you there and appreciate your support of the Kiwanis Club and the children of our community!
TEAL Art Fest
Free Event • Saturday, July 18, 2026 • 1:00–6:00 p.m.
Join the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville at the 2026 TEAL Art Fest at South Central Park for an afternoon celebrating creativity, community, and family fun!
This free event showcases the artistic talents of K–12 students and young adults while featuring live music, interactive art activities, and entertainment for all ages. Stop by the Kiwanis booth to say hello and learn more about how we serve the children of North Ridgeville.
Fresh Roasted Corn for a Great Cause!
Be sure to stop by the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club Roasted Corn Booth at the North Ridgeville Corn Festival, August 7–9, 2026!
Enjoy delicious, freshly roasted sweet corn while supporting the children of our community. Every purchase helps the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville fund programs, scholarships, and projects that make a positive difference in the lives of local children.
Bring your family, grab some corn, and help us continue serving the children of North Ridgeville—one ear at a time!
Recent Activities
20 Amtrykes and Counting!
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville is proud to celebrate a milestone—20 Amtrykes donated to local children with disabilities since the program began.
An Amtryke is a therapeutic tricycle specially adapted to meet the unique needs of children with physical challenges, helping improve mobility, strength, confidence, and independence.
Already in 2026, the club has provided three Amtrykes—one to a 5-year-old child, one to two siblings, and one to a local school where multiple students will benefit.
These life-changing donations are made possible through the generous support of our community and our fundraising efforts. Thank you for helping us make a difference, one child at a time.
Scoops for Safety
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville, North Ridgeville Police Department and Culver’s of North Ridgeville have teamed up to encourage children to wear helmets while riding their bikes. Police officers have been on the lookout for children wearing their bike helmets. When a police officer spots a child who made a smart, safe choice to wear a helmet, the child could receive an envelope with a coupon for a free scoop of Culver’s frozen custard!
2026 Memorial Day Parade
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville was once again honored to participate in this year’s Memorial Day Parade with a float featuring the Liberty Bell. The display celebrated the enduring values of freedom and patriotism while paying tribute to the courageous men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in remembering our heroes and making this year’s parade a meaningful community event.
Some 2025 Highlighted Events
North Ridgeville Kiwanis Open House held Sept. 8th, 2025 7p-8p
On Sept. 8th, 2025, the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club held an open house to share with others the many ways the club helps our children and community along with how they raise funds to do so. Those who attended were able to take part in assembling snack bags and making a blanket for Good Knights.
Take a look at some of the activities the club shared by clicking this link: Get to Know North Ridgeville Kiwanis
2025 Cutest Pooch Contest
On Aug. 2, 2025 at 7pm, our 5th Annual Cutest Pooch Contest came to an end. On behalf of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville, we would like to thank all who participated. Your contributions helped raise funds to support our area’s children.
We once again had so many cute pooches! It was so much fun reading about how each of them bring joy to the lives they touch. Although each and every pooch is a star in their own right, the following served up the most votes:
Note: Rusty is known for his kind heart. In fact, he gave his second place spot in the Cutest Pooch Contest to his canine friend, Honeybee. This is just another example of the love and joy Rusty brings to others.
For additional info and pictures, see the Previous Fundraisers at the bottom of the Fundraiser page.
$7,000 Donation for the South Central Park Playground
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville donated $7,000 towards the new South Central Park playground. The check was presented to North Ridgeville Mayor, Kevin Corcoran, and North Ridgeville Parks and Recreation Director, Kevin M. Fougerousse.
Memorial Day Parade
The North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club marched in the Memorial Day Parade. They created a memorable float depicting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
AdaptABLE Athletic Day Recognition
At the May 16, 2025 AdaptABLE Atheletic Day track and field event, the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club was recognized for the many Amtrykes they have provided the schools and children of North Ridgeville.
Click here to see the Club Activities section, Current/Upcoming Events & Projects for other current and past activities.
Kiwanis Kids and Community Helpers Story Time
Kiwanis Kids and Beekeeper
On May 2, 2025, an official beekeeper read to the children and explained what a beekeeper does and the importance of bees. In addition to snacks, the children received books and a book pillow.
Kiwanis Kids and Dental Care
On Feb. 21, 2025, children had the opportunity to meet a dentist who read to them and they learned about dental care. Three books were read, and the children enjoyed refreshments. They went home with a book and book pillow.
Kiwanis Kids and the Mayor of North Ridgeville
On November 1,2024, the Mayor of North Ridgeville read to our North Ridgeville children. The children also enjoyed cookies, drinks and went home with a new book.
Kiwanis Kids and Flag Day
On June 14, 2024, the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library hosted reading session all about Flag Day.
Kiwanis Kids and Veterinary Care
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library hosted reading session with Gary Krone, DVM. The reading session helped children to understand what a veterinarian does and how animals are cared for.
There were also some crafts and activities. Those children who attended received a special little reading gift courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville.
Held on: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library (35700 Bainbridge Road)
Kiwanis Kids and Fireman
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library hosted a reading session with a North Ridgeville fireman. In addition to the North Ridgeville fireman reading to the children, the children learned more about what our fireman do and how they help us. The children were able to see a fire truck and an ambulance!
Those children who attended received a special little reading gift courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville.
Held on: Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library (35700 Bainbridge Road)
Kiwanis Kids and Cops
The Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville in conjunction with our North Ridgeville Library and the North Ridgeville Police Department held “Kiwanis Kids and Cops” reading session. This was an opportunity to promote children’s literacy and also build trust in our law enforcement.
A North Ridgeville police officer read to our children and there were also some crafts and activities. Those children who attended received a special little reading gift courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of North Ridgeville.
Held on: Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 2 p.m. at the North Ridgeville Library (35700 Bainbridge Road)
Some of our other activities include:
See our Club Activities, Current and Upcoming Events & Projects page for more events.