Club of Schenectady
Chartered in 1919
Kids Need Kiwanis
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We invite you to join our efforts to help the youth of Schenectady County. Each year, Kiwanis finds a way to help those most in need. In Schenectady County, NY, according to the most recent census there is… Read More
Annual Awards Picnic, 2025
Wednesday, 7/23 at Kiwanis Park, we celebrated 7 graduates from Schenectady County high schools, each receiving a grant to use as wished. The Scotia Kiwanis Club was honored for their good works in the community. Lieutenant Governor of… Read More
Battle of the Tap Masters
Schenectady Kiwanis Club & Foundation and Scotia Glenville Kiwanis went to “battle” this evening at Wolf Hollow Brewing Company, with Bob Kirkham at the tap for SG and Madelyn Thorne for Schenectady. Many friends came out to support… Read More
The History of Schenectady-event
On Wednesday evening we had a great turnout for our viewing party of The History of Schenectady. Many thanks to all who came, and also to those who got it all together. Thank you Aly and Mike Bingham… Read More
For Nonprofits
Nonprofit ApplicationNonprofit organizations serving youth in Schenectady County are invited to apply for funding. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and grants are distributed at year’s end each year.
For Students
Submissions of all applications are due by May 1st each year. Awards are given at our July picnic. *Applications MUST be accompanied by the release form in order to be considered for a grant. The release form must be signed by the… Read More
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Last Updated: November 15, 2025 by vickirkiwanis
Dinner Night 11.13.25
Did you know that the majority of our fundraising – which provides grants to graduating seniors and to child-serving local nonprofits each year – comes straight from our members? One thing we have started doing for this cause… Read More