What We Do

Support Our Mission

Your support helps us serve children and families throughout Carmichael. As a 501(c)(3) public charity, donations directly fund service projects, youth programs, and community partnerships.

Together, we show up, serve with purpose, and strengthen our community.

What We Do

Kiwanis Club of Carmichael Foundation
A 501(c)(3) organization proudly serving children and families since 1962

For more than 60 years, the Kiwanis Club of Carmichael has brought neighbors together to improve the lives of children and families in our community. We are a welcoming, service-driven club made up of members from all walks of life who believe in turning care and compassion into meaningful action.

Through hands-on service, strong local partnerships, and impactful fundraising, we support programs and projects that strengthen Carmichael year-round.


How We Serve

Our mission is to support children, youth, and families through service, leadership, and community connection. We focus our efforts on education, youth development, family stability, civic pride, conservation, and local outreach—meeting real needs where they exist.

From early childhood through young adulthood, our programs help create opportunity, build confidence, and foster a stronger community for all.


Projects and Partnerships

Community Services

Focus: Civic improvement, conservation, and service projects benefiting children and families

Projects & Partnerships Include:
Kiwanis Family House American River Clean-Up • ARC Food Pantry • Carmichael HART Food Closets • CFFU Fish Derby • Churchill Science Camp • Earth Explorers • Effie Yeaw Nature Center • Family Promise • • Giving Tree Project • Kids’ Sport Camp • Koobs Nature Area • KOSC Scholarship • LGBT Community Center • Meals on Wheels • Project Sustainability • Run to Feed the Hungry • Sac Kindness • Salvation Army • VIP Special Olympics Lunches • Activity Packets for First Responders & ERs • Carmichael Library Preschool Programs • Carmichael Recreation & Park District & Foundation • Children’s Receiving Home • Carmichael Presbyterian Food Closet • Educational Supplies • Mission Oaks Preschool • Mission Oaks Recreation & Parks Petting Zoo • Sheriff’s Toy Project • Single Moms Strong • SJUSD ECE Harvest Festival & Book Fair • School Support • Chautauqua Scholarships • Churchill Debate Team • Del Campo Link Project • Grants to Carmichael Schools • Food Distribution Organizations • 4-H Projects • Foster Youth • Girl Scouts • Mission Oaks Recreation & Park District • Pack 55 • WIND Youth Services • Troops 55 & 386 & Eagle Scout Projects • Mission Oaks RPD Student Scholarships


Service Leadership Programs

Focus: Supporting Kiwanis-sponsored youth leadership and service programs

Programs Supported:
K-Kids (Schweitzer Elementary) • Builders Club (Will Rogers M.S.) • Key Clubs (Del Campo H.S., Jesuit H.S., El Camino H.S.) • Circle K (American River College)


Our Fundraisers

Fundraising allows us to expand our reach and sustain programs that directly support children and families in Carmichael. Every effort helps turn generosity into lasting local impact.


How to Get Involved

Getting involved with Kiwanis is easy and flexible. Members can join committees, volunteer at service projects, support fundraisers, or help when availability allows. Every level of involvement makes a difference.


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