Kiwanis Club of Coeur d'Alene

09/02/2026

My grand-daughter came to visit and she had to take a cruise on the SS Kiwanis at McEuen Park in Coeur d'Alene!

08/27/2026

Guest Speaker: Katelyn Mateo — The Ripple Reset Foundation

At our August 19, 2026 meeting, our guest speaker was Katelyn Mateo, founder of The Ripple Reset Foundation, a new organization dedicated to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives following trauma and significant hardship.

read more here: https://k00801.site.kiwanis.org/guest-speaker-katelyn-mateo-the-ripple-reset-foundation/

08/27/2026

Kiwanis Hygiene Kits Helping Local Families

On August 24, Kiwanis Club member Jim DeShazer and his wife Alice delivered a supply of our recently assembled hygiene kits to Relatives as Parents (RAP) for distribution to local families.

read more here: https://k00801.site.kiwanis.org/kiwanis-hygiene-kits-helping-local-families/

08/19/2026

Our August 12 Guest Speaker - Scott Tollackson - gave a very informative and enlightening presentation on "Choosing the Right Care: What Families Should Know About Assisted Living." Read about it here: https://k00801.site.kiwanis.org/choosing-the-right-care-what-families-should-know-about-assisted-living/

08/03/2026

Kiwanis Club of Coeur d'Alene Volunteers Support Taste of Coeur d'Alene! Read more here: https://k00801.site.kiwanis.org/kiwanis-club-of-coeur-dalene-volunteers-support-taste-of-coeur-dalene/

07/31/2026

Kiwanis Club of Coeur d'Alene Assembles 213 Hygiene Kits for Local Neighbors in Need. Read more at: https://k00801.site.kiwanis.org/kiwanis-club-of-coeur-dalene-assembles-213-hygiene-kits-for-local-neighbors-in-need/

07/28/2026

We'd like to thank Amanda Krier and Nicole Hammons of safe Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center for taking the time to update us on all the important work they're doing at our meeting on July 22. Click here for more information: https://k00801.site.kiwanis.org/amanda-krier-and-nicole-hammons-safe-passage/

07/20/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in our community?

The Kiwanis Club of Coeur d'Alene is a group of neighbors, friends, and volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of children and strengthening our community through service.

Whether it's supporting local schools, organizing food distributions, recognizing outstanding students, partnering with other nonprofits, or participating in projects like Wreaths Across America, we're committed to making a positive impact—one project at a time.

If you've ever wondered what Kiwanis is all about, or if you're looking for a way to give back while building lasting friendships, we'd love to meet you.

🌐 Visit our website to learn more about:
• Our service projects
• Upcoming events
• Membership
• How you can get involved
• The impact we're making throughout North Idaho

👉 www.KiwanisCDA.org

Visitors are always welcome at our weekly meetings. Come see what we're all about!

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children and our community.

07/20/2026

Help Us Honor Our Veterans

The Kiwanis Club of Coeur d'Alene is proud to support Wreaths Across America. Every $17 wreath sponsored honors a veteran and helps ensure that no hero is forgotten.

Donate here: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/142512/overview/

Thank you for helping us Remember • Honor • Teach.

Wreaths Across America ("WAA") coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Please check out this page to learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on Decembe...

07/16/2026

Picnic in the Park Brings Kiwanis Clubs Together!

Our annual Picnic in the Park was another wonderful success as members of the Kiwanis Clubs of Coeur d'Alene, Panhandle, Post Falls, and Sandpoint gathered at beautiful Kiwanis Park in Post Falls for an afternoon of fellowship, food, and fun.

With warm summer weather and a delicious barbecue lunch, the event provided a perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and celebrate the shared mission that unites Kiwanis clubs across North Idaho.

This gathering is one of our club's favorite traditions because it reminds us that Kiwanis is about much more than meetings and service projects. It's about building relationships - both within our own club and with our sister clubs - as we work together to make our communities better places for children and families.

Holding the picnic at Kiwanis Park makes the day even more meaningful. The park is a lasting legacy of the Kiwanis Club of Coeur d'Alene, whose vision and partnership with the City of Post Falls created this beautiful community gathering place. It's always rewarding to enjoy the park while reflecting on the enduring impact our club has had on the community and on generations of families who have made memories here.

One of the highlights of the afternoon was a visit from the children attending Camp Ka-Mee-Lin, Post Falls' long-running summer day camp. The campers delighted us with a short play they had created themselves before closing with their traditional camp song - a performance that never fails to bring smiles to everyone's faces. Their enthusiasm, creativity, and confidence served as a wonderful reminder of why Kiwanis exists: to invest in children and help them thrive.

Adding to the fun was one of the camp counselors, who appeared as the campers' enthusiastic "Fairy Godmother." Her playful interaction with the children had everyone laughing and showcased the energy, creativity, and encouragement that make Camp Ka-Mee-Lin such a special place. It was easy to see why the campers were so engaged and having such a wonderful time

Events like Picnic in the Park remind us that the friendships we build, the partnerships we foster, and the children we serve are at the heart of everything Kiwanis does. We look forward to continuing this tradition for many years to come.