NEW YORK DISTRICT OF KEY CLUB INTERNATIONAL
ADIRONDACK ANNOUNCEMENTS
DIVISION FOURTEEN'S FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER
Written by: Eliza Strum, Lieutenant Governor
A NOTE FROM ME ~ YOUR LTG Hey Division 14!
Less than two months until the end of this service year, time flies! A big thank to those who attended our January Divisional & LTG Election, the presentation can be found here. Being on the District Board has been an amazing opportunity, and I am thrilled to be your Lieutenant Governor for another year! The Regular Dues deadline has passed, but you can still pay dues and should do so ASAP! Shoutout to Northern Adirondack, Saranac, and Ticonderoga for handing in their dues on time! NYDK’s Leadership Training Conference will be taking placein person this year! Mark your calendars for March 25-27 for an unforgettable Key Club experience! That’s all for now!
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Yours in Service,
ltg eliza
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PAY YOUR DUES!
DUES ARE NOW LATE!! PAY THEM AS SOON AS YOU CAN :)
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*click the image to the right* online application deadlines are fast approaching
APPLY FOR AWARDS!
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Build a Bears for Foster Care
In honor of National Hugs Day, celebrated every year on January 21st, I wanted to take a creative approach to service. Thus, after coordinating with Build-A-Bear Workshop in the Galleria Mall at Crystal Run, we sought to donate stuffed bears to children in Orange County Foster Care homes! As a part of the experience, members got to pick out their Build-A-Bears and stuff them at stations in the workshop. They then participated in the traditional heart ceremony, tucking tiny fabric hearts into their Build-ABears´ backs. At the finish of the ceremony, members picked out and sponsored accessories to personalize their bears. Once their Build-ABears were dressed to the nines, members made adoption certificates to create unique names and pick out birthdays for their stuffed bears. Some members thought of pop culture and even historical references by picking names like "Beary Styles" and "Teddy Roosevelt." Others decided on classic names like "Cuddles" and "Hugs." Ultimately, the Minisink Valley Key Club contributed in giving homes to a total of 55 Build-A-Bears undoubtedly stuffed with love. From the absolute bottom of my heart, thank you so much to the membership of Minisink Valley Key Club. Because of your service, you will be gifting a child their new best friend. Our Minisink Valley Kiwanis Advisor, Mrs. Ewanciw, spoke on the message that the project hopes to spread, ¨All I can say is I hope each child who receives a bear can feel the love and caring that went into the creation and I hope it helps to know there are people who care. We are here to make your tomorrows brighter.¨ -Olivia Lombardo President, Minisink Valley HS Division 13 Division 14 Newsletter ~ Page 5
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Kiwanis Luncheon On January 20th our Key Club had the pleasure of meeting with our local Kiwanis Club via Zoom. We usually hold an in person luncheon with them but were happy to hold it both safely and virtually. The Kiwanis Club filled us in on some things they've been doing but they mostly let us do the talking with some great questions! Governor Chloe Baker is a member of our club so she spoke about her Governor’s project--Thirst Project-- and the ways the New York District has been supporting it. We discussed how the District has passed both our fundraising and service hour goals and a little about the upcoming Leadership Training Conference. A main talking point was our approaching Scarf-A-Life project. In this project our club hangs hand knit scarves around town for community members in need to take. It always proves to be a very fulfilling and meaningful experience. Ticonderoga Key Club is extremely grateful for all the support we receive from the Tiiconderoga Kiwanis Club. From helping with our dues payment to the scholarships they give out each year we really cannot thank them enough! -Audrey Cook Secretary, Ticonderoga HS Division 14
GET FEATURED! 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 for the divisional newsletter! 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: Refer to this doc for more information. Treasurer of the Month: Know a Treasurer going above and beyond? Nominate them here.
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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 Division 14 Newsletter ~ Page 8
GOVERNOR'S PROJECT This year, Governor Chloe chose the Thirst Project as her Governor's Project. Thirst Project is a nonprofit that works with youth to END the global water crisis by building freshwater wells in developing communities that need safe, clean drinking water. In just ten years they have spoken to over 300,000 students, and raised over 8 million dollars, giving clean water to 13 different countries and over 280,000 people!.For more information click here.
DISTRICT PROJECT Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is changing the lives of children with cancer by funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer. ALSF and its supporters are propelling the world towards a future without childhood cancer. Everyone can make a difference and help find cures for childhood cancer. Division 14 Newsletter ~ Page 9
DISTRICT ENDORSED PROJECT The Kiwanis Pediatric Lyme Disease Foundation was created in the 20002001 service year. Lyme Disease is caused by the bacteria found in deer ticks. The faster the treatment, the lower possibility of longer symptoms. Many insurance companies do not pay for treatment, so the KPLDF works hard to help lower the cost. For more information click here.
INTERNATIONAL PROJECT Boys & Girls Clubs of America supports all youth and teens – of every race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, and religion – in reaching their full potential. They provide a world-class Club Experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who enters their doors. For more information click here. Division 14 Newsletter ~ Page 10
DISTRICT GOALS SERVICE HOURS: 100,000
145%
145077.36 hours
105%
$157,433.61
FUNDRAISING: $150,000
DIVISION GOALS SERVICE HOURS: 2,000
2,911.31 hours
111%
146%
$5,545.40
FUNDRAISING: $5,000
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SERVICE PROJECT IDEAS Here are some service ideas for your clubs! Can and Bottle Recycling -Set up a time when a group of volunteers will help collect cans, bottles, and other recyclable things. Then, you can sell these to recycling centers to gain funds for your project! Car Wash -Host a car wash and get service hours! You could also charge a few dollars and donate the money. Beautify a park or beach in your neighborhood -Clean up a local beach or park and help beautify your community! Food Drive -Collect non-perishable food items to donate to a local food pantry More Ideas -Fundraising Ideas -Service Ideas
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LTC: KEY CLUB COUNTY FAIR This year's theme is "Key Club County Fair: A Celebration of Service." This event will take place on March 25-27 @ Crowne Plaza Albany (formally the Desmond Hotel.) LTC is a time to meet new Key Clubbers, recieve awards, attend workshops and keynotes, and SERVE OF COURSE! LTC is THE biggest event of the service year and is the culmination of all of your hard work :) Our Key Note Speakers this year are Peter Mancuso, the President of Kiwanis International, and Tom Krieglstein, the founder of Swift Kick. Both in person and virtual attendees will get the opportunity to hear from both of these amazing speakers. Registrants for the in person option will be required to show proof of vaccination. Register for either the virtual or in-person option here.
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HYDRATE FOR 28 Thirst Project's 28 day hydration challenge--HYDRATE FOR 28!! Because hydration is key! For more information click here. "In 2020, we were tested unlike ever before! We were told to stay indoors and wash our hands, but rarely to hydrate. At Thirst Project, we know how important it is to have access to clean water, but we also know how important it is to drink clean water on a consistent basis. This year, we're teaming up with Key Club International to highlight the importance of hydration."
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PAPERWORK TRACKER
PAPERWORK REMINDERS
January MRF: Due February 10th February MRF: Due March 10th ERF: Due September 30th (get it in ASAP) 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*
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CONTACT US
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