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


Recent Activities

Essentials Competition for North Ridgeville Community Care

In April/2024, the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club provide a stiff competition with other community organizations to provide cleaning and personal products to our North Ridgeville Community Care. Of course, the true winner was our Community Care as they received MANY products!

Scholarships

The North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club was pleased to award scholarships to 5 of our High School students. We congratulate each of the students on their achievement and wish them the very best as they move on to a new and exciting chapter of their lives.

Helping Build Beds for Good Knights

On May 4, 2024, members of the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club volunteered their time to help Good Knights of Lorain County build beds for those children who need a good bed to sleep in. The North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club provided bedding and helped in the bed build process. It was such a joy to have the opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life.

North Ridgeville Memorial Day Parade Float

The North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club put together a terrific float for the Memorial Day parade. In fact, they were once again recognized for having the best float!


    What’s New

    2024 Cutest Pooch Photo Contest Has Finished!

    On Aug. 3, 2024 at 7 p.m., our 4th 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: Luna
    • Runner Up: Addy May
    • Honorable Mention: Daisy

    We were thrilled to be able to introduce these adorable pooches on Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, at the North Ridgeville’s Corn Festival Opening Ceremonies, which was held at North Ridgeville South Central Park’s gazebo. 

    Note:  All Cutest Pooch dog contestants had the opportunity to pick up a bandanna at the roasted corn booth at the North Ridgeville Corn Festival. 

    For full details (and pictures of the winners) see the Current Fundraisers page.

    2024 Roasted Corn On the Cob Fundraiser

    As fundraising effort, the North Ridgeville Kiwanis Club roasted and sold corn on the cob at the North Ridgeville Corn Festival.  We had many compliments on how good the corn was. Some said it was “the best”, and others came back for seconds.

    We enjoyed serving up the delicious roasted corn.  Thank you to all who visited our booth!

    For full details (and pictures of the winners) see the Current Fundraisers page.


    Other Activities

    Some of our other activities include:
    -July/2024: Contributed clothing to Blessing House.
    -July 20, 2024: Participated in the TEAL Arts Festival at South Central Park providing free children books along with an art activity.
    -Aug. 9, 10, 11, 2024: Participation at the North Ridgeville Corn Festival and Parade
    -August – Date TBD: Culvers “Dine to Donate”

    Kiwanis Kids and Community Helpers Story Time

    Next Kiwanis Kids and Community Helper Story Time: Nov/2024
    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)

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