The Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation exists to fund and support Child and Family Life programs and projects in children’s hospitals within Michigan, through donations from Kiwanis clubs, individual Kiwanians and the general public. When available, smaller hospitals and medical offices are supplied with medical themed coloring books and crayons for their young patients and their siblings.
The Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, TIN 38-1723513. Contributions qualify as a tax deductible donation. Michigan Charitable Solicitation (MICS) License # 2452. All gifts to the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation are greatly appreciated and used to support our mission.
Each Division in the Michigan District of Kiwanis elects a trustee to represent their clubs on the Foundation Board of Trustees. Each trustee will regularly communicate with the clubs in their district to provide updates and opportunities for all Michigan Kiwanians to participate in the efforts of our Foundation.
The Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation offers opportunities to recognize outstanding individuals, both Kiwanis members and community members, with a variety of awards.
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!
About KMF
Mission and Purpose
The Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation exists to fund and support Child and Family Life programs and projects in children’s hospitals within Michigan, through donations from Kiwanis clubs, individual Kiwanians and the general public. When available, smaller hospitals and medical offices are supplied with medical themed coloring books and crayons for their young patients and their siblings.
The Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, TIN 38-1723513. Contributions qualify as a tax deductible donation. Michigan Charitable Solicitation (MICS) License # 2452. All gifts to the Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation are greatly appreciated and used to support our mission.
[KMF Bylaws] [990-PF]
Trustees
Each Division in the Michigan District of Kiwanis elects a trustee to represent their clubs on the Foundation Board of Trustees. Each trustee will regularly communicate with the clubs in their district to provide updates and opportunities for all Michigan Kiwanians to participate in the efforts of our Foundation.
[Trustee List]
Kiwanis Support
Each Kiwanis club in Michigan is asked to make an annual contribution of $45 per member. [Online Contributions] [Download a printable form]
Kiwanians can make individual contributions, select a memorial contribution, or give in honor of another individual. [Download a printable form.]
Fundraising
Michigan Kiwanians are encouraged to participate in the Thomas Oliver Holiday Greeting Program each holiday season. The Michigan District of Kiwanis Raffle takes place every spring with the help of ticket sellers in all Michigan Kiwanis clubs.
In May the Earl O’Brien Memorial Fishing Derby sends sponsors and patients of the children’s hospitals out fishing on Lake Michigan.
Awards
The Kiwanis of Michigan Foundation offers opportunities to recognize outstanding individuals, both Kiwanis members and community members, with a variety of awards.
Testimonials
Earl O'Brien Memorial Fishing Derby
Chinook Pier, Grand HavenGrand Haven, MI Map
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!