About the Kiwanis Club of Houston The Kiwanis Club of Houston is the region’s original chapter, founded in 1919 and active ever since. We meet at Maggiano's Post Oak (2019 Post Oak Blvd) and Brennan's Houston (3300 Smith Street). Our luncheon meetings are held the first and third Thursdays of the month from 12:00-1:15 p.m. and feature outstanding speakers. The Kiwanis Club of Houston is a social networking group, currently comprised of 70 men and women who are professional and civic leaders in our community. Through our foundation, we provide charity that benefits the children of Houston. We invite you to attend a luncheon meeting, meet our members, and consider becoming a member of the club. Mission Statement: “Lifelong friendships, service and charity for the children of Houston” Vision Statement: “To be an effective and visible service club in Houston” In fulfilling the Kiwanis mission "To serve the children of the world," the Kiwanis Club of Houston offers you the chance to be a part of a global organization with more than 15,000 clubs worldwide and over 600,000 members. Kiwanis provides opportunities for you to participate in many fulfilling ways:
The name 'Kiwanis' was coined from a Native American expression 'Nunc Kee-wanis' meaning 'we trade' or 'we share our talents.' The Kiwanis Club of Houston has always been a service organization devoted to the Houston community, especially the needs of children for education, sustenance, medical attention, rehabilitation and encouragement. We invite you to request more information about how you can belong to the Kiwanis Club of Houston and enjoy all of the many benefits of membership! Mission Statement: “Lifelong friendships, service and charity for the children of Houston” Vision Statement: “To be an effective and visible service club in Houston” | New Member Application Process In order to make it as easy as possible for new member candidates to understand, we have decided to lay out the application process and associated costs for you to review. 1. Membership is by invitation only and a prospective new member must have the sponsorship of at least one current member of our club along with one or two other current member endorsements. In the event that you do not currently know one of our members, the club will help introduce you to the membership so that a sponsor may be obtained. Our club welcomes new member candidates without regard to sex, race, creed, or national origin. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age. Since we work regularly with children, Kiwanis International requires all members to pass a background check which can be performed after provisional member acceptance is offered. 2. We like to get to know prospective members before we invite them to join so we ask that prospective members attend at least two or more luncheons before submitting their application. There is no cost to you to attend these initial meetings as the cost will be borne by your sponsor or by the club. Arrangements to attend must be made with your sponsor or the club office in advance of attending. 3. We have a $50 application fee that accompanies the prospective new member's formal application. 4. Your sponsor will present your completed application to the membership committee to be voted upon. Upon passing the vote of the membership committee, your application is submitted to the Club Board for a formal vote of approval or denial. The Club Board meets once per month and discusses open applications at that time. Dues Structure for our Membership Categories
Junior Membership
Applies to all members under 35 years old. Automatically converts to Active membership at age 35. Junior Members have reduced dues.
Dues: $135 / quarter.
Meals: $120 / quarter ($30 x 4 meals = $120).
Total per quarter: $255.
Extra Meals: $30 each for any meals attended over six / quarter.
Active Membership
This is the default membership category for all members 35 years or older. Active members are billed regular dues and for four meals per quarter.
Dues: $265 / quarter.
Meals: $120 / quarter ($30 x 4 meals = $120).
Total per quarter: $385.
Extra Meals: $30 each for any meals attended over four/ quarter.
Senior Membership
Available only to persons at least 65 years old, with a minimum of ten years prior Kiwanis membership in either our club or another Kiwanis Club. Senior membership must be requested by the member to the club's board of directors. Conversion to Senior Membership is not automatic. Senior Members have reduced dues and a reduced meal minimum billing of three meals per quarter.
Dues: $160 / quarter.
Meals: $60 / quarter ($30 x 2 meals = $60).
Total per quarter: $220
Extra Meals: $30 each for any meals attended over three / quarter. Guest Meals: If you would like to invite a guest to a luncheon meeting, the fee will be charged to your account at the current rate of $30 each. Special Events It varies, but some special events, like the holiday party are optional and can incur additional fees. |