More than 100 years ago, a grandfather was visiting his ailing granddaughter in the children’s ward of the University of Michigan Hospital (now C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital). He realized that although she was receiving excellent medical care, her educational and childhood needs were not being met. He wanted more for his granddaughter. Thanks to his efforts, in 1922 the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor established a school and recreation program for the children’s units in the hospital.
Over the past 100 years that program evolved to become the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation, combining the efforts of all Michigan District Kiwanians. The Foundation contributes over $200,000 each year toward the many “child life” programs that promote children’s recovery, therapy, educational and recreational activities.
The support KMF provides can take many forms. Anne Heier, Child Life Specialist at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital, sums it up best. She says, “When a hospitalized child is able to get about the business of being a child … playing and learning … Mom and Dad can relax, allowing the child the calm atmosphere needed to heal.”
Derby sponsors and Patient VIPs are assigned to professional charter boats for a morning of exciting salmon fishing on Lake Michigan, and all proceeds support child life programs at children’s hospitals in Michigan.
Louisa and Paul Elsey recently presented Past Kiwanian of Michigan Foundation President, Gary Surratt a J. Douglas Alexander award. Paul thanked Gary for his outstanding leadership a Foundation President. The Award represents a $750ºº contribution to the Endowment Fund of the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation in Gary's name. Thank you Gary! ... See MoreSee Less
Kiwanians from Divisions Five and Six presented Governor Vicki Okuniewski an Al Dailey award at our recent KiwanisONE event at Washtenaw Community College. The award represents a $250ºº in Governor Vicki's name to the endowment of the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation. Foundation supports Child and Family Life activities at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, and Children's Hospital of Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
I was so very surprised and very honored to receive this award last weekend from the Divisions #5 and #6. Thank you to all of you and thank you to the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation! I will continue to serve in the best way possible!
The KMF Story
More than 100 years ago, a grandfather was visiting his ailing granddaughter in the children’s ward of the University of Michigan Hospital (now C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital). He realized that although she was receiving excellent medical care, her educational and childhood needs were not being met. He wanted more for his granddaughter. Thanks to his efforts, in 1922 the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor established a school and recreation program for the children’s units in the hospital.
Over the past 100 years that program evolved to become the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation, combining the efforts of all Michigan District Kiwanians. The Foundation contributes over $200,000 each year toward the many “child life” programs that promote children’s recovery, therapy, educational and recreational activities.
The support KMF provides can take many forms. Anne Heier, Child Life Specialist at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital, sums it up best. She says, “When a hospitalized child is able to get about the business of being a child … playing and learning … Mom and Dad can relax, allowing the child the calm atmosphere needed to heal.”
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Derby sponsors and Patient VIPs are assigned to professional charter boats for a morning of exciting salmon fishing on Lake Michigan, and all proceeds support child life programs at children’s hospitals in Michigan.
Louisa and Paul Elsey recently presented Past Kiwanian of Michigan Foundation President, Gary Surratt a J. Douglas Alexander award. Paul thanked Gary for his outstanding leadership a Foundation President. The Award represents a $750ºº contribution to the Endowment Fund of the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation in Gary's name. Thank you Gary! ... See MoreSee Less
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Well deserved
Congratulations Gary!!!!
Congratulations, Gary! You are a committed supporter of the Foundation and a knowledgeable leader of this group.
Yes, Congratulations to Gary Surratt!
Congratulations sir,from kiwanians Philippines 💕💕🙏🙏
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Kiwanians from Divisions Five and Six presented Governor Vicki Okuniewski an Al Dailey award at our recent KiwanisONE event at Washtenaw Community College. The award represents a $250ºº in Governor Vicki's name to the endowment of the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation. Foundation supports Child and Family Life activities at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, and Children's Hospital of Michigan. ... See MoreSee Less
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I was so very surprised and very honored to receive this award last weekend from the Divisions #5 and #6. Thank you to all of you and thank you to the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation! I will continue to serve in the best way possible!