Local Service.
Lasting Impact.
A Global Mission.
We are a volunteer community service organization working to make Saugerties a stronger, kinder place for children, families, and neighbors. For more than a century, Kiwanis clubs worldwide have shared one belief: children deserve the support, encouragement, and opportunities that help them thrive. Here at home, our volunteers work together to serve local needs with heart and purpose.
WHAT IS KIWANIS
Kiwanis isn’t just a club — it’s part of a global network of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. Members in thousands of clubs serve where they live, connecting with neighbors to lift up kids, strengthen families, and build stronger towns. Kiwanis International’s mission and motto — “Serving the Children of the World” — guides everything we do.
HOW WE SERVE LOCALLY
In Saugerties, Kiwanis members don’t just talk about service — we live it. Through community events, fundraising, scholarships, seasonal programs, and partnership support, we work to bring our town together and to invest in its future. Our efforts reflect a simple belief: when children have support, communities grow stronger.
WHAT WE DO
Give Back
Through fundraisers like the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival, we raise funds that benefit the community.
Support Youth
Scholarships, “Coats for Kids,” community needs and more — we invest where it matters most.
Celebrate Together
From summer parades to seasonal lighting and events, Kiwanis helps make Saugerties shine.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
BELONG
Become part of a local group of volunteers who believe service is better when it’s shared. Kiwanis members come from all walks of life, united by a simple goal: showing up for kids, families, and community when it matters. You don’t need special skills or endless free time. You just need a willingness to help.
BE THERE
From meetings to community events and signature fundraisers like the Hudson Valley Garlic Festival, Kiwanis gatherings are where ideas turn into action. Attending is the best way to see what we do, meet the people behind the work, and experience the spirit of service that drives our club.
GIVE BACK
Your support directly funds scholarships, youth programs, community nonprofits, and local initiatives that make a real difference in Saugerties. Every dollar raised stays focused on service. When you donate, you’re helping transform goodwill into tangible impact for children and families.