What We Do

Our Kiwanis club participates in a variety of projects throughout the year that involve community service, philanthropy, and assisting the children and citizens of Carmel and Hamilton County.  Additionally, we frequently have speakers at our club meetings to explore topics of interest to the membership.

We also engage in a number of social activities to share experiences, talents and our collective interests. All represent great opportunities for service, friendships and personal growth.

Riley Hospital for Children

Fundraising through dedicated philanthropy projects. We also collect ‘Happy Dollars’ at each club meeting that goes to Riley at the end of the year. Our 2023 contribution was $5000!

We contribute to service projects like the Kiwanis Parent Komfort Kart, providing toiletries, hygiene products, pillows, blankets, snacks and more to parents that might arrive at the hospital in a rush.

St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church – Gardening

In appreciation to St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church for their gracious use of space for our club meetings, we help in the “St. Chris Crops” garden which grows vegetables for distribution at nearby food pantries.

Carmel Marathon Water Stop

Each year we gather on the morning of the Carmel Marathon to setup a hydration station to fuel runners and walkers! Afterwards, we celebrate by going to brunch together.

Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County

Our club members provide yard work for elderly individuals. We also volunteer to assist with helping them to live an independent life with rides, technology and forming friendships.

Hamilton Count Kids Coats

Kids Coats distributes thousands of coats annually and helps connect families with other service providers. We help sort and pack coats for distribution. And, we partner with this organization to provide staff for their annual Ribfest fundraiser.

Children’s TherAplay

At the Children’s TherAplay Foundation, children with disabilities and/or unique needs receive physical, occupational and speech therapy suing animal therapy, specifically with horses. We actively volunteer for their annual Hoe Down fundraiser and Horsepower 500 carnival. And, we sidewalk alongside the children on their horses!

Brooke’s Place

Each December we donate hand-made blankets to the ‘Holiday Store’ which provides children the opportunity to select and wrap gifts for family members. Brooke’s Place provides support therapy services to young people in the midst of grief over losing a loved one.

Changing Footprints

Shoe donation for distribution to homeless, disaster-stricken, or underprivileged people.

5th Wednesday Socials

In the months that have a 5th Wednesday, we get together as a group for a fun social outing! We’ve visited several restaurants in the city, played mini-golf together and attended Concerts at the Gazebo.

TopGolf Fundraiser

Join us at our annual TopGolf fundraiser where we come together trying out our golf skills and enjoying a fantastic fajita bar with members of the community.

Key Club

The Kiwanis Club of Carmel holds the charter for the Key Club at Carmel High School and sponsors and recognizes these student leaders as organize and participate in service activities. 

Kiwanis Events

Each year we participate in annual events like the Kiwanis International Convention, Kiwanis Indiana District Convention and Mid-year Conference. These are exciting ways to get involved with Kiwanis at the state and global level as well as meet Kiwanians from other clubs.

Are you ready to join us? Contact us or apply for Kiwanis club membership here