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Come to breakfast, meet the club and see whether Kiwanis feels like a good fit. Guests are always welcome.
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Friday mornings. Big ideas. Real impact.
There's a place at the table for people who want to help Quincy's children thrive. Start with breakfast—and see where one Friday can lead.
Your first Friday
Coffee, conversation and a warm welcome.
- Arrive
- 6:45 a.m.
- Meeting
- 7:00 a.m.
- Where
- American Legion
- 116 N. 8th St., Quincy, Illinois
Your place to start
Three ways to make a difference
Choose the doorway that fits you. Every path begins with neighbors deciding to do some good together.
Our community impact
Local service adds up.
Member energy and community generosity become grants, mentoring, meals, books and practical help for children throughout the Quincy area.
The numbers
Tell part of the story.
The rest is written in stronger programs, better opportunities and children who know their community is behind them.
Gather. Give. Have fun.
What's coming up
Signature events bring Quincy together—and help make the club's grants and service possible.
Registration open
Signature event
Sammy & Kids Golf Outing
Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 10:30 a.m.
Westview Golf Course
Play, sponsor a tee sign or give in Samantha Otte's memory.
Golf details & forms
Save the date
Community fundraiser
Trivia Night
Friday evening, February 26, 2027
Location to be announced
Gather a team and play for a great local cause.
Learn more
Thank you, Quincy
Community tradition
Peanut Day
Friday, August 28, 2026
Quincy area
Our 2026 fundraiser is complete. See how this tradition helps local children.
Learn more
Annual community grants
Good ideas deserve a chance to grow.
Gem City Kiwanis awards grants to organizations and programs serving children in Quincy and the surrounding area.
Upcoming
Opens March 2027
Learn about grants
Around the club
Service looks like this
Real people. Local projects. A growing circle of neighbors who care.
Try one Friday
Come for breakfast. Find your place.
No formal invitation is needed. Meet a few neighbors, hear a short community program and discover where your interests might fit.
Breakfast. Friendship. Service. Quincy.
Put your support to work
Help Quincy's kids thrive.
Give toward grants, support a signature event or make a club payment through the method that fits you best.