November Newsletter by Jordi Marquez

THE DAILY THE DAILY

DIAMOND DIAMOND

NOVEMBER 2024

RUBEN ZAMARRIPA

WHAT’S UP DINOS! My name is Ruben Zamarripa and I currently serve as the dino-mite Diamond Lieutenant Governor. I am so grateful to be able to serve our division to the best of my ability this year. KIWIN’S has been a place where I have made so many new connections while offering service to my community. By reading newsletter, I hope you will able to understand more about all of the wonderful aspects of our organization. We our District, Kiwanis Family Branches, Divisional Goals, Leadership team, and the dinos that make up our hope this inspires you all, whether it’s your first year in your last, to make the most out of it. And I hope the rest of this term bring you nothing but joy.

Diamond Lt. Governor ‘24-’25 UNICEF Champion ‘24-’25

MY KIWIN’S JOURNEY

My KIWIN’S journey actually started in Key Club. I joined my school’s Key Club during my Freshman year. I was able to hold positions on the club and divisional level during my first year. This first year in the Kiwanis Family helped me to find my spark for service. The following school year, I was introduced to KIWIN’S by my friend and teammate. He introduced me to this club, that little did I know would grow to become such a big part of my life.

Starting my Junior year, I held positions on the club and divisional level while also serving on several district committees. I had grown to a level of service that I never though possible. Then, at the end of the year, I had the opportunity to run for District Board. This was a giant leap that I had never expected myself to take. However that same friend who introduced me to KIWIN’S gave me the confidence to run for LTG. I would go on to win, and begin one of the most fun years of my entire life. Now, I even work as one of Key Club International’s UNICEF Champions. If you would have told me four years ago about all I have accomplished, I wouldn’t believe you. If I could give you one thing from my KIWIN’S journey, it would be to never hold yourself back because of your own insecurities.

MEMBERS MEMBERS

WHAT

IS CNH KIWIN’S? CNH KIWIN’S?

In California-Nevada-Hawaii KIWIN’S , or CNH KIWIN’S, is is the 32nd District of Key Club International. With over 44 clubs with approximately 2,000 members, we promote good citizenship through service. CNH

KIWIN'S performs service deeds with fellow members to improve their schools and communities. Local service gives KIWIN'S members the satisfaction of seeing the results of their efforts. In most cases, CNH

KIWIN'S clubs are based on a high school campus under the guidance of their Faculty Advisor.

OUR HISTORY HISTORY

1973-1974 - Sid Smith, a CNH Kiwanis Governor, created Keyettes for his daughters. It was an all female service group because Key Club was all male. By the mid 1970's both clubs had gone co-ed. Keyettes was renamed to Keywanettes. Only the CNH Keywanettes remained active.

In 1995, CNH Keywanettes was renamed to CNH KIWIN’S. KIWIN’S means, “people, men and women, working together in service.”

In 2001, CNH KIWIN’S officially joined Key Club International as the 32nd District. Today, we are a very active District and run alongside our Key Club counterparts.

Structure

KIWIN’S pyramid, with our largest meant to show would not be on our

is structured like an upside-down with members on top. Members are largest and most important layer. This is show that without members, KIWIN’S be able to have such a large impact our schools and communities.

DOWNEY, NARBONNE, TORRANCE, SOUTH

DISTRICT BOARD BOARD

The CNH KIWIN’S District Board helps to keep our club running. They plan district events, monitor club health, and represent our district. It is made up of the Executive Board, Lieutenant Governors (LTGs), and Appointed Board. Executive Board oversees club officers. They are the people who look over officer report forms. LTGs are each in charge of their own division. They make sure their clubs receive the support they need. Finally, the appointed board each has their own unique specialty and committee.

EXECUTIVE BOARD BOARD

Governor

Madisen Nguyen Jet Division

La Quinta

SECRETARY

Sandy Pham Jade Division

Oakland

BULLETIN EDITOR

Abbey Laureta Crystal Division

Fairfax

TREASURER

Kimberly Miranda

Emerald Division

Otay Ranch

Debbie

Ruben

Michael Javier Otay Ranch

Jet Division

La Quinta

Jet Division

La Quinta

LIVE2LEARN LIVE2LEARN

Specifically focused on 59 year old youth, with the main goals of promoting education and building literary skills. This program not only creates endless possibilities to strengthen the common goal of service, but also allows each CNH KIWIN'S member to develop into a well-rounded individual community leader and lifelong advocate for children's education.

OUR EMPHASES EMPHASES

Foster Love is a profit organization to improving children in Through collaborations individuals, companies, community partners, provide essential and educational opportunities for

OUR EMPHASES EMPHASES

a dynamic nonorganization dedicated improving the lives of foster care. collaborations with companies, and partners, they essential resources educational for foster youth.

CHILDREN’S

CHILDREN’S FUND FUND

Our mission is to build a better future for our children by providing scholarships and leadership training to college and high school students; grant funding to our Kiwanis clubs and a select group of children’s hospitals; and through our innovative Pediatric Trauma Program.

DISTRICT EVENTS

Our District Events are a great opportunity to stay active in KIWIN’S! We have so much fun getting to connect with members from all over the state. Our district events include: Beach Palooza, Fall Rally, Rose Float Decorating, Kiwi Fest, and District Convention. At these events, you can expect fun, bonding, service, and fundraising. These events take place all throughout the term, so take advantage! There are lots of networking opportunities as well as the chance to rack up those service hours.

With over 36,000 members worldwide, KKids focus on providing opportunities for working together in service to school and community, developing leadership potential, fostering the development of strong moral character, and encouraging loyalty to the school, community, and nation.

Circle K International Circle K is the premiere college and university community service, leadership development, and friendship organization in the world. Clubs are sponsored by a Kiwanis Club on a college or university campus. Circle K currently exists in 17 nations and holds the motto "Live to Serve, Love to Serve."

KIWANIS FAMILY

Kiwanis is an organization service clubs headquartered Indianapolis, Indiana. made up of approximately clubs in 96 countries over 586,000 adult Kiwanis serves organization dedicated to change one child and one a time. They contribute the success of Key Service Leadership they sponsor all branches of the

KIWANIS FAMILY

Aktion Club allows adults living with disabilities to get involved in their communities. Their motto is "Where development has no disability," and they work to develop competent, capable, caring leaders through the vehicle of service. Their mission is to provide adults living with disabilities an opportunity to develop initiative and leadership skills. organization of headquartered in Indiana. They are approximately 8,600 countries and have adult members. serves as a global of members change the world, one community at contribute greatly to Key Club and other Leadership Partners, as all the smaller Kiwanis Family.

Builders Club is the largest service organization for middle school and junior high students. They are a student-led community service organizations with over 46,000 members worldwide. Their motto is "Building Leaders" and their vision is to develop competent, capable, and caring leaders through service.