Hello, PNW Key Club!

Happy holidays! I hope you enjoyed a fantastic Thanksgiving. I am excited to see the many holiday-themed service projects Key Clubbers participate in this season.

In my first Biweekly Update, I discussed my goals to foster Growth, Integrated K-Fam efforts, a more Valuable member experience, an Energized District Project, and a foundation of Service. This month, I am excited to report on the progress of fulfilling these goals, and I am immensely proud to report that the District Board GIVES its all to support every Key Clubber in our Pacific Northwest community.

This year, the district MGRC has launched an ambitious membership campaign, identifying goals that are optimistic, but attainable. By offering unique incentives, I am excited to see the growth that we continue to foster together.

On the District Board, we are emphasizing attendance of Kiwanis DCMs and close collaboration with Kiwanis LTGs. These actions help us further integrate Kiwanis-Family efforts into a more cohesive changemaking force. Meanwhile, LTGs continue working hard to visit their sponsoring Kiwanis Clubs.

Regarding Kiwanis Club visits, I encourage each member and club officer to consider visiting their own sponsoring Kiwanis Club. This can be a valuable experience to learn about the hard work Kiwanians invest in improving our communities. Just like Key Clubbers, Kiwanians share a passion for service and impact, so please take a moment to review the K-Fam Directory and contact your sponsoring Kiwanis Club. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!

Improving the value of membership experience is my primary purpose. The District Board continues to produce resources and provide vital support in pursuit of an improved membership experience. In addition, the Executive Committee has launched a new system of measuring webinar attendance to help current and future Key Club leaders enhance the quality of PNW Key Club programming. Other initiatives, such as Key Club Days, remain a staple for improving the value of Key Club membership, while an emphasis on in-person programming will ultimately establish even greater value as some aspects of our organization continue to rebound from the virtual nature of the COVID-19 pandemic.

To energize the District Project, our District Project Committee has collaborated to launch the RMHC Hero Campaign and the new-and-improved District Project Toolkit. Be sure to review these materials using the links below!

Finally, service remains the core principle of Key Club. The District Board has worked hard to continue serving Key Club members throughout our district, empowering them to create change and equipping them with the tools they need to achieve their goals.

This holiday season, I hope that we can all continue giving our all!

Enjoy Biweekly Update #17! Please reach out with any questions, ideas, or feedback.

In Care and Service,
Gavin Ahumada
District Governor 
Pacific Northwest District 
Key Club International
E: governor@pnwkeyclub.org

Campaign Continues, MGRC Resources to Help!

The 2025-2026 PNW Key Club Membership Campaign continues until February 1, 2026, and we are working together to achieve our district membership goal of 13,400 members. Clubs that achieve their goals will be eligible for special pins and ribbons, and those that exceed their membership goals will receive a special invitation to the Governor’s Reception at DCON 2026! Find out more about this year’s membership campaign incentives by reviewing Biweekly Update #16, which is linked below.

The PNW Membership Growth and Reactivation Committee is working hard to equip you with the tools you need to grow your clubs. Recently, the MGRC completed the Running a Rural Club 101 resource, a comprehensive guide that includes unique strategies for community growth, member recruitment, service projects and fundraiser execution, and divisional and district engagement increases. Access the Running a Rural Club Resource using the link below!

Also, be sure to review the update MGRC Linktree!

Unlock your Future with CKI (TODAY!)

Are you preparing for college or university and looking for insights into what lies ahead? Join us on Tuesday, December 2, at 4:00 PM for the “Unlock your future with CKI” Webinar, a Zoom event presented by CKI. During the discussion, you will:

• Learn how CKI can help you grow as a student leader. 
• Get advice on school choices and applications. 
• Connect with CKI members who’ve taken service to the next level.
• Get a chance to win one free year of CKI dues.

This event offers a unique opportunity to prepare yourself for the next chapter—and unlock a future of possibilities.

DCON Registration Webinar: December 16, 6:00 PM

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 16, at 6:00 PM, and join us for an engaging and informative DCON Registration Webinar! This webinar is designed to help your club prepare for DCON 2026 and will cover the full registration process, highlight awards, and share helpful tips to ensure your clubs are able to attend, with a Q&A session at the end. See you there!

Running for Higher Office Webinar: December 17, 7:30 PM

Are you interested in serving as a Lieutenant Governor, District Executive, or Key Club International Officer? YOU are invited to the Running for Higher Office Webinar on Wednesday, December 17, at 7:30 PM. This virtual event will be an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about higher leadership positions within Key Club. I hope to see you there!

Please note that candidates for the office of 2026-2027 Lieutenant Governor are required to attend this webinar with a parent or guardian, or they must contact District Administrator Brian Egger at administrator@pnwkeyclub.org in order to be eligible for the election. The Lieutenant Governor Candidate Packet is attached below. Reach out with any questions!

Dues Deadline Has Passed

While the regular dues deadline, December 1, 2025, has passed, your club can continue to add members throughout the year by generating a new invoice through Kiwanis Engage. Questions regarding Kiwanis Engage can be directed to treasurer@pnwkeyclub.org. However, please contact member service at 1-800-KIWANIS, Monday-Friday, between 5:30 AM and 1:45 PM PT with any technical difficulties, such as an inability to log in to Kiwanis Engage. The dues graphic below provides more information about how your membership dues are spent to support PNW Key Clubbers!

Race to 100K (GLC)

🏃The race is on! Key Clubbers can participate and win prizes in our newest challenge—the Global Leadership Certificate: Race to 100K! 🏁

From now until 100,000 GLC courses have been completed, every GLC course that a member finishes earns them one entry into a prize drawing. Key Clubbers who complete all 40 courses will receive bonus entries!

🎁 Grand Prize: One member will win an unforgettable experience at the 2026 Key Club International Convention in Dallas, TX, U.S. ($275 value), plus Key Club merchandise, store credit, and more!

See you at the finish line! 👉

Start Strong Zambia Donations are Due December 31

After all the spooky fun and fundraising, it’s time to turn those donations into impact! Collect your club’s Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF donations and submit them to the Kiwanis Children’s Fund using the gift form or by donating online. Funds support Start Strong: Zambia, which helps build insakas, community centers with classrooms, kitchens, gardens and play areas where children and families can learn and grow.

Clubs that raise at least US$250 by December 31, 2025, will receive a banner patch to recognize their impact!