eKiwanis members celebrating a successful year of serving the community and Kiwanis’s 100th birthday (in 2017!)
eKiwanis members serve the community, year round, through a wide variety of service projects. We partner with local organizations to meet local community and global needs. Our focus is on serving children and other vulnerable populations. Read more below on how we serve!
Our Projects
Our Kiwanis Club’s Service Committee plans approximately 2-3 volunteer events each month with most occurring on weekends or weekday evenings. All club members are invited to attend service projects!
We are proud to offer a variety of service projects to meet different skills, interests, abilities, and geographic locations!
eKiwanis members assisting with food distribution at the Greater Chicago Food Depository
Previous and ongoing service projects include:
Cooking and serving a meal at Ronald McDonald House (Maywood) or Lincoln Park Community Services (Chicago)
Packing meals and food at Feed My Starving Children (Schaumburg) or the Greater Chicago Food Depository (Chicago)
Collecting toiletries and making sandwiches for individuals experiencing homelessness through The Night Ministry (Chicago)
Performing upkeep and building bat caves at YMCA Camp Independence (Ingleside)
Performing a trash pickup at Cook County Forest Preserve and distributed (in your own neighborhood) during COVID-19
Assisting our community partner, Clearbrook, by staffing special events (gala, auctions, etc.) and participating in their 5K walk/run
Building custom-designed cars for kids with disabilities through the Go Baby Go program
Handing out donations and working with guests in the Breakfast with Baby program
Making cards for veterans and senior citizens
Creating sleeping mats for homeless individuals
Christmas caroling at local nursing homes
Adopt-a-child during the holiday season
And many more! Our projects vary each year and each season. Members are encouraged to bring new ideas and partnerships to the club!
Service Leadership Programs
Our Kiwanis Club sponsors two Service Leadership Programs. Service Leadership Programs are part of the greater Kiwanis Family.
We sponsor the Clearbrook Aktion Club (a service organization for adults with disabilities) and the Jones College Prep High School Key Club. Key Club is the largest international service organization for high school students. Through these programs, we increase our impact on the community as even more individuals have been inspired to lead lives of service and significance through programs for all ages.
eKiwanis members also serve as appointed (volunteer) advisors to Key Club and Circle K at both the district and international levels!
Car Seat Safety Check Day
eKiwanis members with officers of the Carol Stream Police Department during the third annual Car Seat Safety Check Day in 2020
Since 2018, eKiwanis has partnered with the Carol Stream Police Department to offer the Car Seat Safety Check Day! This event welcomes families to get their child’s car seat checked or installed by certified safety technicians.
Kiwanis sponsors the program by purchasing a variety of car seats to be donated to families in need, such as if a seat were broken or unsafe for the child’s size. eKiwanis also provides refreshments, goodie bags, and staffs the event each year.
The Car Seat Safety Check Day is eKiwanis’s signature project held annually in September. For more information on the program, check out this newsletter (see pages 7-9)!
Illinois-Eastern Iowa District and Kiwanis International Programs
Through donations of time, talent, and treasure, eKiwanis supports greater Illinois-Eastern Iowa District of Kiwanis and Kiwanis International programs including:
Members and friends of the club are encouraged to support eKiwanis through any of the following fundraisers:
Fannie May (November each year)
Giving Tuesday (November/December)
AmazonSmile (year-round)
Scrips gift card program
In-person events (when safe) including Beer Tasting events, poker runs, wine tasting, restaurant revenue share nights, Bulls games, comedy club nights, and more!
Donations through check, cash, Facebook, and PayPal are accepted year-round (and are tax-deductible!). Please contact us to make a donation via cash/check.
These donations are returned to the community through the previously described projects and charitable donations (including the likes of the Salvation Army, disaster relief causes, scholarship funds, etc.).
eKiwanis also conducts several small fundraisers to support the club’s operations. These include our annual admin raffle and happy dollar program.
Internet-based Kiwanis Club located in the Chicagoland Area. You can check us out at http://ekiwanis.org We also have a group page: http://tinyurl.com/eKgroup
Is getting involved in service part of your 2026 goals? ✨
Join the eKiwanis Club of Greater Chicago for a virtual meeting on February 3 at 7:30 p.m. CST.
We’ll look back at recent events and talk about fun, meaningful ways to get involved this year.
We kept warm and had lots of fun on this cold Saturday morning while preparing and serving brunch for the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. What was on the menu? Egg and sausage casserole, egg casserole, fruit salad, potato casserole, chicken sliders, coleslaw, brownies, blueberry muffins, and juice. We all enjoyed planning the meal and working in a fancy four-station kitchen. Most of all, “🎶 ba-da-da-ba-da-da we’re lovin’ it” for the happiness we felt knowing that families could share a hot meal with their children in house or on the go.
We also delivered the hygiene kits that the Aktion Club eKiwanis sponsors made and the snack packs Builders Club assembled.
What’s your favorite dish to prepare for brunch? Share your recipe below! ... See MoreSee Less
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3305
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3385
*** Event Description ***
Join us on a Zoom call as we socialize and make cards/color pictures for various organizations.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3236
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3236
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3378
*** Event Description ***
This is a mini-convention for the I-I District held approximately halfway through the Kiwanis year. This is a great chance to catch up with Kiwanians from around the district and party for a weekend.
*** Additional Description ***
Registration:
https://k07.site.kiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-midyear/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3387
*** Event Description ***
Help a neighbor, an organization, or do whatever your heart desires to serve your community with your own virtual service project!
Spend two hours improving our world on your own terms! Take the initiative and 5-4-3-2-1-GO! Note the service in the comments section of the sign up. You have a week to complete this, so have fun and change the world!
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3342
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3327
*** Event Description ***
We meet 3-6 times a year in person for our business meeting.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3306
*** Event Description ***
This is an annual meeting of Division 8 to elect the Lt. Governor Select (who will be the Lt. Governer after the current Lt. Governor and current Lt. Governor Elect). Awards given by the Division will also be awarded.
*** Additional Description ***
This will also be the Div 8 Governor's Visit
6-7PM - Cash Bar Cocktail Hour
7PM - Dinner
$32 per person
Pay by cash or check (made payable to Kiwanis Club of Park Ridge) at the door.
Family-style dinner including a house salad, Chicken Limone, Veggie Primavera Risotto, mixed fingerling potatoes, and a seasonal vegetable medley. Ice cream for dessert. Soda, iced tea, coffee, hot tea, and gratuity are included. Cash bar.
Please sign up before 2/25
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3328
*** Event Description ***
Everyone is invited to discuss issues within our club.
Board Members: If you have not already done so, please submit your report at https://ekiwanis.org/members/report.php
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3382
*** Event Description ***
We will be making hygiene kits for Ronald McDonald House. Kits contain overnight essentials like, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, lotion, etc.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3388
*** Event Description ***
Help a neighbor, an organization, or do whatever your heart desires to serve your community with your own virtual service project!
Spend two hours improving our world on your own terms! Take the initiative and 5-4-3-2-1-GO! Note the service in the comments section of the sign up. You have a week to complete this, so have fun and change the world!
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3307
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3343
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3330
*** Event Description ***
Everyone is invited to discuss issues within our club.
Board Members: If you have not already done so, please submit your report at https://ekiwanis.org/members/report.php
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3389
*** Event Description ***
Help a neighbor, an organization, or do whatever your heart desires to serve your community with your own virtual service project!
Spend two hours improving our world on your own terms! Take the initiative and 5-4-3-2-1-GO! Note the service in the comments section of the sign up. You have a week to complete this, so have fun and change the world!
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3344
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3331
*** Event Description ***
We meet 3-6 times a year in person for our business meeting.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3308
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3380
*** Event Description ***
This is a service project for Camp Independence organized by Division 8 Kiwanis.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3334
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3334
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3309
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3345
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3310
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3346
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3335
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3335
*** Event Description ***
We will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament with Rockford Charitable Games Association.
https://rcgpoker.com
Potential shifts below. We'd like 2 people present the entire time, but only 1 is required. We can split the time however we want.
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Someone working the first shift will have to arrive by 12:15 with forms and a check from Charlie.
The eKiwanis is the operator of the event, the others present are consultants. As such, we have to be present at all times.
We can sell chips when people come in and cash them out when they leave. Or we can just be there. Rockford Charity does the majority of the work, we are just there to be the hosting charity.
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3311
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3312
*** Event Description ***
Meeting to discuss the business of our Division (Division 8)
eKiwanis Calendar (Includes location):
https://ekiwanis.org/members/event_date_info.php?event_date_id=3348
*** Event Description ***
On the first Thursday of each month you are invited to a Zoom meeting with the Governor to talk about Kiwanis
Archive:
https://iikiwanis.org/events/kiwanis-conversations/
What We Do & How We Serve
eKiwanis members serve the community, year round, through a wide variety of service projects. We partner with local organizations to meet local community and global needs. Our focus is on serving children and other vulnerable populations. Read more below on how we serve!
Our Projects
Our Kiwanis Club’s Service Committee plans approximately 2-3 volunteer events each month with most occurring on weekends or weekday evenings. All club members are invited to attend service projects!
We are proud to offer a variety of service projects to meet different skills, interests, abilities, and geographic locations!
Previous and ongoing service projects include:
Service Leadership Programs
Our Kiwanis Club sponsors two Service Leadership Programs. Service Leadership Programs are part of the greater Kiwanis Family.
We sponsor the Clearbrook Aktion Club (a service organization for adults with disabilities) and the Jones College Prep High School Key Club. Key Club is the largest international service organization for high school students. Through these programs, we increase our impact on the community as even more individuals have been inspired to lead lives of service and significance through programs for all ages.
eKiwanis members also serve as appointed (volunteer) advisors to Key Club and Circle K at both the district and international levels!
Car Seat Safety Check Day
Since 2018, eKiwanis has partnered with the Carol Stream Police Department to offer the Car Seat Safety Check Day! This event welcomes families to get their child’s car seat checked or installed by certified safety technicians.
Kiwanis sponsors the program by purchasing a variety of car seats to be donated to families in need, such as if a seat were broken or unsafe for the child’s size. eKiwanis also provides refreshments, goodie bags, and staffs the event each year.
The Car Seat Safety Check Day is eKiwanis’s signature project held annually in September. For more information on the program, check out this newsletter (see pages 7-9)!
Illinois-Eastern Iowa District and Kiwanis International Programs
Through donations of time, talent, and treasure, eKiwanis supports greater Illinois-Eastern Iowa District of Kiwanis and Kiwanis International programs including:
Fundraising & Community Support
Members and friends of the club are encouraged to support eKiwanis through any of the following fundraisers:
These donations are returned to the community through the previously described projects and charitable donations (including the likes of the Salvation Army, disaster relief causes, scholarship funds, etc.).
eKiwanis also conducts several small fundraisers to support the club’s operations. These include our annual admin raffle and happy dollar program.
Ready to Serve with Us?
Contact us or apply for Kiwanis club membership here!
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eKiwanis Club of Greater Chicago
Internet-based Kiwanis Club located in the Chicagoland Area. You can check us out at http://ekiwanis.org We also have a group page: http://tinyurl.com/eKgroup
Is getting involved in service part of your 2026 goals? ✨
Join the eKiwanis Club of Greater Chicago for a virtual meeting on February 3 at 7:30 p.m. CST.
We’ll look back at recent events and talk about fun, meaningful ways to get involved this year.
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We kept warm and had lots of fun on this cold Saturday morning while preparing and serving brunch for the families staying at the Ronald McDonald House. What was on the menu? Egg and sausage casserole, egg casserole, fruit salad, potato casserole, chicken sliders, coleslaw, brownies, blueberry muffins, and juice. We all enjoyed planning the meal and working in a fancy four-station kitchen. Most of all, “🎶 ba-da-da-ba-da-da we’re lovin’ it” for the happiness we felt knowing that families could share a hot meal with their children in house or on the go.
We also delivered the hygiene kits that the Aktion Club eKiwanis sponsors made and the snack packs Builders Club assembled.
What’s your favorite dish to prepare for brunch? Share your recipe below! ... See MoreSee Less
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Upcoming events
Club Meeting - Zoom Call
Division 8 Council
Virtual Card Making Project
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Board Reports Due
I-I Key Club District Convention
I-I Key Club District Convention
I-I Key Club District Convention
I-I Kiwanis Mid-Year Conference
Service Committee Meeting
Your Service Project
Kiwanis Conversations
In-Person Meeting
Division 8 Mid-Year Conference
Board Meeting
Aktion Club - Hygiene Kits
Your Service Project
Division 8 Council
Kiwanis Conversations
Club Meeting - Zoom Call
Board Meeting
Your Service Project
Kiwanis Conversations
In-Person Meeting
Division 8 Council
Camp Independence Service Project
Board Reports Due
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Division 8 Council
Annual Raffle
Kiwanis Conversations
Division 8 Council
Kiwanis Conversations
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Division 8 Council
Division 8 Council
Kiwanis Conversations