Children
We focus energy and resources on helping young people thrive.
Rooted in Quincy
A breakfast club with a long view.
Since 1978, Gem City Kiwanians have built friendships around a shared commitment to children, community service and turning good intentions into useful work.
Our history
Serving since 1978
The club held its first organizational meeting on September 8, 1978, and was chartered by the Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club on September 29, 1978. It began with 35 members and grew through decades of service projects, fundraising and community partnerships.
January 2026
Read our 48-year story
In January 2026, Golden K merged fully into Gem City Kiwanis. The merger strengthened one united club; Golden K is no longer a separate identity, satellite or meeting option.
What holds us together
Friendship with a purpose
Service
We value useful, consistent work that answers real community needs.
Friendship
Relationships make service sustainable—and Friday mornings worth getting up for.
Partnership
We accomplish more alongside schools, nonprofits, businesses and neighbors.
2026–2027
Club leadership
Each year, the president appoints committee chairs and invites members to serve where their interests and experience fit.
Officers
Directors
Kiwanis International
Part of a worldwide movement
Gem City Kiwanis is a local club of Kiwanis International. We share its commitment to improving the lives of children while choosing projects and partnerships that answer needs here in the Quincy area.
Serving the children of the world