There’s a place to serve at every stage of life. Kiwanis-sponsored clubs give children, teens, and adults of all abilities the chance to lead, connect, grow, and make a meaningful difference in their communities.

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Kiwanis K-Kids Elementary School
Elementary School

K-Kids

Where a love of service begins.

K-Kids introduces elementary students to the joy of helping others.
Through fun, hands-on service projects, leadership activities, and
teamwork, children learn responsibility, build confidence, and
discover how even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful
difference in their school and community.

Young leaders helping others—one project at a time.

Kiwanis Builders Club Middle School
Middle School

Builders Club

Building tomorrow’s leaders today.

Builders Club gives middle school students the opportunity to lead
through meaningful community service. Members work together to
identify community needs, organize projects, raise funds, solve
problems, and build the confidence and leadership skills that prepare
them for high school and beyond.

Service today. Leadership for life.

Kiwanis Key Club High School

High School

Key Club

Leading by serving.

Key Club is the world’s largest student-led high school service
organization. Sponsored locally by the Kiwanis Club of
Hideaway-Lindale, members develop leadership skills, serve their
community, build meaningful friendships, and gain experiences that
prepare them for college, careers, and a lifetime of giving back.

Building leaders with heart, purpose, and compassion.

Kiwanis Aktion Club Adults with Disabilities
Adults with Disabilities

Aktion Club

Every person has something valuable to give.

Aktion Club empowers adults with disabilities to become active
leaders in their communities through meaningful service projects,
friendship, and personal growth. Members develop confidence,
strengthen their independence, build lasting relationships, and
experience the pride that comes from making a difference for others.

Serving with purpose. Leading with pride.

Guiding Principles

What Guides Us

Our Motto, Mission & Vision

In our local community, we are a united group of men and women working together on projects and programs that improve the well-being of children throughout Hideaway, Lindale, and Smith County.

Motto

Serving the Children of the World.

Our work begins with children and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Defining Statement

One Child. One Community at a Time.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

Vision Statement

A Brighter Future for Every Child.

Kiwanis will be a positive influence in communities worldwide—so that one day, all children will wake up in communities that believe in them, nurture them, and provide the support they need to thrive.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS

Community Voices

What Our Community Is Saying

The impact of Kiwanis is best told by the schools, organizations, and community partners we are privileged to serve alongside throughout East Texas.

“We were honored to be part of the Kiwanis Club of Hideaway-Lindale Day of Giving. We are thankful for their support of our ministry so we can continue to change the lives of men and women in our community.”


Heart & Hands of East Texas


A Christian Job Corps Site

“The Kiwanis Club of Hideaway-Lindale is such a generous and hospitable group. We were honored to be included in their celebration of giving!”


Tyler Type 1 Diabetes Foundation


Community Partner

“It was an awesome privilege and honor to receive a donation from the Kiwanis Club of Hideaway-Lindale on behalf of The Journey Center.”


The Journey Center


Community Partner

“We are so fortunate in this community to have the Kiwanis Club of Hideaway-Lindale. They are always a huge help to us the first day of school and continue their support throughout the year by reading with students, donating books, and more.”


Velma Penny Elementary


Lindale ISD


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Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you’re attending a fundraiser or participating in our Flag Program, every act of support helps us invest in local children, strengthen our community, and create opportunities that last for generations.