Manatee Monthly: February Edition

JET DIVISION KIWIN’S

goals update

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events recap

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featured arfs

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blanks of the month

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upcoming events/

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announcements contact info

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14,291.5 of 17,000 hours

PEDIATRIC TRAUMA PROGRAM

$4,000

SERVICE HOURS

17,000

DIVISION

$3,262.51 of $4,000

$2,309.97 of $2,500

OTHER CHARITIES

$500

THIRST PROJECT

$2,500

NAL GOALS

$1,419.50 of $500

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Thank you to everyone who came out to help elect our next Lt. G for the upcoming term.

Congratulations, Katrina!

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY MALIA TRAN Bright blue balloons blowing in the air: an entrance to Heritage Park as well as Fountain Valley KIWIN’S first benefit bash! Thanks to the wonderful support and chaperoning from Tim Davis and other organizers, the event was a huge success. Members began filing in and occupying themselves with the variety of activities. Not only students at Fountain Valley High School attended, but the public ranging from all ages with a fee of $10 were welcome. The front of the beautiful park had a photobooth set up with a blue background and silver balloons spelling out “#thirsty”. A table of food was displayed for guests to enjoy delicious salad, fried rice, pasta, snacks, and drinks. The eyecatcher of the park was its gazebo which were decorated with streamers and used as a stage for announcements and performances. Throughout the evening, special performances by Jozie Mccraney, Sandra On and Friends, and the band Hormonal Oppression displayed an array of musical talents. Two information booths were set up in order to inform everyone the details of the Thirst Project and FV KIWIN’S input on the project with open donations. Club merchandise and a Raising Canes gift basket were also auctioned off. To appeal to those at a younger age, a crafts table was exhibited with painting and coloring projects. A total of 50 people showed up making a profit of about $800, Cecilia Nguyen has put together an extremely successful event contributing to the Thirst Project.

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LA QUINTA GRETCHEN LAM What’s better than volunteering at a service event with countless friends?

Volunteering at a service event with countless friends AND dogs! Paws FUR Pink is an annual dog-friendly run/walk dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast and canine cancers! KIWINNERS woke up before the crack of dawn to head over to Irvine Regional Park. Although some volunteers overslept, everyone made it to the event on time! Despite the super chilly weather, members grouped up before checking in.

KIWINNERS were then given awesome pink t-shirts, and with that, the event coordinators began to assign tasks. Members had a variety of tasks: organizing medals, filling water bowls, transporting prizes, and most importantly, playing with the dogs! Unfortunately, there were a lot more volunteers than duties, so a few KIWINNERS were not as busy as others.

Nonetheless, members managed to split up the workload to ensure everyone was actively participating in the event! As both the sun and temperature began to rise, the start of the run/walk steadily approached.

Once word had spread that it started, KIWINNERS took to their stations along the trail and at the finish line. Members cheered their hearts out for runners and walkers of all ages, genders, and species! Smiles made their ways onto everyone’s faces - volunteers and runners/walkers alike - as cheer and spirit spread throughout Irvine Regional Park. Even the dogs there showed their excitement through their wagging tails! As runners and walkers approached the finish line, volunteers began to pass out medals, congratulating the participants for their accomplishments. As the run/walk came to an end, volunteers started to help clean up. After the shift ended, members were free to play with all of the adorable dogs and talk with their owners! KIWINNERS learned some awesome, interesting things about both the dogs and the participants themselves! Overall, Paws Fur Pink was a very engaging service event that not only enabled KIWINNERS to help the community but also allow them to play with dogs! And who doesn’t love dogs?! As a result, LQ KIWIN’S cannot wait to come back!

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Manatee of the Month:

Jeremy

Jeremy has been growing as shell. Recently, he has even e Keep up the great work, Jere

Officer of the Month:

Iris Hong

Iris always contributes to boa innovative ideas. She is also p her position. Great job, Iris!

Club of the Month:

Fountain V

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UPCOMING

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Saturday, March 23rd 4:30 - 6:30 | FV Rec Center

Friday, March 29th 4 - 6 pm | Plavan Park

Still want to show your Manatee Pride?

T shirt link (regular sale) http://bit.ly/Jettshirtreg

Visor link (regular sale) http://bit.ly/cnhvisorsreg

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DCON 2019 April 5th-7th, 2019 | Woodland Hills Marriott DCON is a 3 day 2 night convention where Kiwinners from all over California meet to commemorate our service from the term. At DCON, you'll be able to bond with new friends, attend fun workshops, dance at the Governor's ball, and so much more!

Contact your respective presidents if you’re interested!

5 Reasons to go to DCON https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSZh9oMnCng

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NEED SERVICE EVENTS?! https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1FBEliBjw_rIk5NNI9dDc79aCWUNgZZ03

Contact Cynthia if you need help finding service events.

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CONTACT INFO Edison Kevin Neathery (425) 577-8184, Ehskiwinspres@gmail.com

Marina Lina Nguy (714) 804-8753 president.mhskiwins@gmail.com

Bulletin Editor Elise Coatney (714) 330-1987 elisecoatney@gmail.com

Fountain Valley Cecilia Nguyen (714) 604-9846 fvkiwinspresident@gmail.com

OCSA Brook La (714) 831-9968 Ocsakpresident1819@gmail.com

Spirit Captain Serena Chang (714) 866-8942 serena_h_chang@yahoo.com

Garden Grove Juliana Daravong (714) 614-3306 julianadaravong@gmail.com

Segerstrom Charlene Le (714)722-1972 sfhskiwinspresident@gmail.com

Spirit Captain Katrina Huynh (714) 767-2992 katrinahuynh02@gmail.com

La Quinta Benjamin Le (714) 406-6089 lqkiwinspresident@gmail.com

Executive Assistant Adriane Nguyen (714) 266-4370 nguyenadriane@gmail.com

Media Correspondent Shanna Bui (763) 273-3391 jetmediacorrespondants@gmail.com

Los Amigos Vivi Hoang (714) 722-9128 vivihoang88@gmail.com

Projects Chair Jason Tran (714) 725-5787 jetprojects101@gmail.com

Media Correspondent Sarah Nguyen (714) 873-9386 jetmediacorrespondants@gmail.com

Jet Lt. G Cynthia Nguyen (714) 722-5521 kiwins.jetltg@gmail.com

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