Division 14 December-January Newsletter

Adirondack Announcements

Written By: Eliza Strum, Lieutenant Governor

Hey Division 14!

It is so crazy to think the service year is nearly over!! We have done a phenomenal job with service and fundraising, which you will be able to see later in this publication. A huge shout out to Northern Adirondack for collecting over 500 pounds of food for local food shelves!

This winter and early spring, there are many holidays that can be great for service ideas! If you and your club need ideas, please reach out!

The Regular Dues deadline was December 1st So please, be sure to pay for your active members ASAP

Information regarding LTC registration can be found later in this publication. Our next Divisional will be held on January 28th, I hope to see you there :)

Lastly, a happy happy new year to each and every one of you!

Yours in Service,

ltg eliza

GOVERNOR'S GREETING GOVERNOR'S GREETING

Food Drive & Make-A-Wish Food Drive & Make-A-Wish

Northern Adirondack Key Clubbers

partnered with Rouses-Point Champlain Kiwanis and NACS Honor Society to volunteer at the Make A Wish booth at Champlain Centre Mall in December. Throughout the day, $413 in donations were collected. During the month of December, NACS Key Club and Builders Club held a food drive. The goal was to beat last year's total weight of 458 pounds and we did it! 15 boxes containing 538 pounds of food were collected and distributed to the four food shelves that serve the towns in our school district.

Did your club or officers do something awesome? Get featured!

Empire Key: This is an opportunity to submit articles for the Empire Key and be recognized on the district level, you can be featured by first submitting an article through this google form!

ADK Announcements: If your club recently had a service project, event, or fundraiser, you can be featured in my next newsletter. Write an article and submit photos! You can fill out this google form or email me.

Editor's Choice Award: Get recognized on the district level! Apply here.

Treasurer of the Month: Get recognized on the district level! Nominate a treasurer here.

Division 15 Spotlight Division 15 Spotlight

Saratoga Key Clubbers helped out elementary students at Caroline Street School’s Kids night out, where it was run by their run by the Gym, Art, Music and Library teachers. Club members helped lead kids in four groups and rotate through activities. Volunteers assisted with check in, helping reset activity areas and keeping track of the kids. Pizza from Spring Street was provided for all the kids and volunteers, and everybody had a great time.

-Molly Beauregard

Current Divisional Projects Current Divisional Projects

Freerice is a mobile trivia app that donates rice to the World Food Program for every question you answer correctly. You can answer question in a variety of categories, ranging from grammar to geography. It is a great way to test your knowledge while helping others. Once you have downloaded the app, enter the code: 6DMLMMZG

Charity Miles lets you log all types of movement, from running and walking to biking. Be a mover and changemaker in any way that fits your lifestyle. For every mile you move, you help raise money for UNICEF. Charity Miles is a great and simple way to continue being involved. Once you have downloaded the app, go to groups and look up: NYDKC Division 14

District Project District Project

Pencils of Promise has the mission to ensure that every child has access to quality education. This organization builds classrooms in Ghana, Guatemala, and Laos to give students safe and healthy places to learn.

Pencils of Promise also provides teachers with training and innovative resources, and it provides children with access to clean water and good hygiene practices. For more information click here.

Governor's Project Governor's Project

There are under-resourced people all over the world. This charity turns shoes and clothing into opportunity. It provides relief by collecting new shoes and clothing to distribute to people in need across the United States and around the world. Additionally, this charity is shipping footwear to give to Ukrainian refugees in Poland and Moldova and to those on the frontline.For more information click here.

District Endorsed Project District Endorsed Project

The Kiwanis Pediatric Lyme Disease Foundation supports and advocates for child victims of Lyme Disease, which is caused by bacteria usually transmitted by the deer tick and can lead to complications if not immediately treated. Most insurance companies do not pay for Lyme Disease treatment, so the foundation helps lower the cost of treatment for children with the disease. For more information click here.

International Partner International Partner

Up with People serves their mission through the activities of international touring casts, but many of Up with People’s 22,000+ alumni continue to make a positive difference in the world long after their tour has ended. The lessons learned during the Up with People program – to act as global citizens and be positive voices for change – often influence participants throughout their lifetimes. For more information click here.

Member of the Month Member of the Month

Dues Dues

The Membership Update Center (MUC) is open!

Key Club membership dues are $13.00. The benefits of paying dues include being considered in good standing with Key Club International, being able to apply for the YOF, being eligible for awards, attending the Leadership Training Conference, etc. Students who pay their dues are considered official members of Key Club International, are eligible to serve as officers, can vote in Key Club elections, access Global Leadership Certificate courses, receive membership cards and pins, and so much more!

Dues were supposed to be paid by December 1st, so be sure to pay them ASAP!!

Nominate a member here!

Awards Booklet Awards Booklet

The Awards Committee has been working over the course of the past few months to create the Awards Booklet for the 2022-2023 service year. We are honored to present this booklet to you. You may notice that some requirements for specific awards have changed from last year, so please view the booklet thoroughly. Please contact the Awards Committee if you have any questions. We highly encourage you to take this opportunity to apply for awards.

Additionally, please remember that ALL clubs and members have an equal chance of receiving an award. Be sure to inform your club members about this opportunity. We cannot wait to see your submissions for all of the awards!

THE ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL IS NOW OPEN!!

Leadership Training Conference Leadership Training Conference

Registration for the 75th Annual Leadership Training Conference (LTC) is officially open! This year's LTC will be held from Friday, March 31 to Sunday, April 2, 2023, at the Desmond Hotel in Albany. As this is the 75th LTC, the theme for this year will be "New York District Diamond Jubilee: 75 Years of Service". I hope to see everyone there!

The Keynote Speaker for this event is Samantha Ramirez-Herrera! With the desire to fulfill her dreams, she went from overcoming challenges as an undocumented immigrant to becoming an entrepreneur, mother, activist, speaker, actress, and storyteller.

Paperwork Tracker Paperwork Tracker

Paperwork Paperwork

December MRF: Due January 10th

January MRF: Due February 10th

ERF: Due September 30th

FRF: Due after every fundraiser where the money does not go to your club

Links:

Monthly Report Form (MRF)

Election Report Form (ERF)

Fundraiser Report Form: (FRF)

*Make sure to fill out the MRF each month and the FRF after every fundraiser to help our District and Division Goals*