Hello, PNW Key Club!
Just two weeks ago, Pacific Northwest Key Club members gathered at the Key Club International Convention, where we celebrated an incredible year of service with members from around the world. We learned that although we come from different places, we are united by a common purpose: making our communities better.
That same message was reflected as the FIFA World Cup came to a close. For one month, billions of people celebrated not only the game, but also the incredible diversity of cultures, traditions, and perspectives that make our global community so unique. The tournament is a reminder that our differences are not barriers, they are strengths, and that people from every background can come together through shared passion.
The same is true in service. Every community is stronger because of the unique experiences and perspectives of its people. When we embrace diversity, build meaningful relationships with one another, and work together toward a common goal, our impact reaches far beyond what any one person could accomplish alone.
In Love and Service,
Lawrence McConnell
District Governor
Pacific Northwest District
Key Club International
E: governor@pnwkeyclub.org
ICON Recap
The 2026 Key Club International Convention was an incredible experience, and the Pacific Northwest District has so much to celebrate.
Congratulations to Andy Vo and Sawyer Sullivan on their election as Key Club International Trustees! We also had the honor of hearing a heartfelt final address from Key Club International President and Past Pacific Northwest District Governor Isabella Baldeseri, whose leadership has left a lasting impact on our organization.
Our district also brought home the Spirit Hat during the Opening Session and was recognized with an impressive number of international awards.
Digital Recruitment Poster Contest
- First Place: Hazen High School
Distinguished Clubs
- Sherwood High School
- Thomas Jefferson High School
Robert F. Lucas Outstanding Lieutenant Governors
- Maeve Herschlip
- Sawyer Sullivan
- Andy Vo
- Lawrence McConnell
- Haggen Walker
Outstanding Faculty Advisor
- Deann Irish, Bremerton High School
Outstanding Kiwanis Advisor
- Steve Button, Lewiston High School
Distinguished Governor
- Gavin Ahumada
Distinguished Secretary
- Katelyn Kawamura
Distinguished Editor
- Tiffany Vo
Top UNICEF Champion
- Sawyer Sullivan
XHunger Scholarship Recipient
- Kylie McLeod
Congratulations to all of our award recipients and to every member, advisor, and volunteer who represented the Pacific Northwest District with excellence. Thank you for your dedication to service and leadership, and for making our district proud on the international stage.
Register TODAY: Key Club Days
Registration for Key Club Days is open now. If you plan to attend Key Club Days, please register as soon as possible! While many attendees wait until the last minute to sign up, registering early benefits both you and the event by securing the discounted registration rate, helping us better plan for the weekend, and showing your commitment to an incredible experience. Don’t wait, register today!
if you are a member of Division 19, 20m, 21, 22/24, 26, 27, 28, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, or 38, YOU ARE INVITED to Key Club Day North at Wild Waves on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
If you are a member of Division 42c, 42v, 44, 45, 62, 64, 65, 66, 70, or 72, YOU ARE INVITED to Key Club Day South at Oaks Park on Saturday, August 22, 2025.
If your division is not listed above, you will still be included in the Key Club Day fun! Your Lieutenant Governor will be hosting an off-site Key Club Day event on the same day as either Key Club Day North or Key Club Day South.
Key Club Days Virtual Kickoff
Start your Key Club Days experience by connecting with members from across the Pacific Northwest! Join us on Wednesday, August 19 at 7:00 PM for our FREE Virtual Kick-Off, featuring inspiring keynote speakers, engaging workshops, and opportunities to network with Key Clubs from throughout the PNW District. This event is a great way to gain new ideas, build friendships, and get excited about the year ahead.
Whether you’re attending Key Club Day North or South in person or simply looking to get involved from home, everyone is welcome to participate. We hope to see you online.
New International Board
During the 2026 Key Club International Convention, delegates elected the 2026–2027 Key Club International Board. Congratulations to each of these outstanding leaders as they begin their year of serving Key Club members around the world:
- President: Eleanor Koh (Florida)
- Vice President: Aayush Tadhani (Georgia)
- Trustee: Andre Salcido (Illinois-Eastern Iowa)
- Trustee: Andy Vo (Pacific Northwest)
- Trustee: Art Macias (Southwest)
- Trustee: Clint Bacon (Kentucky-Tennessee)
- Trustee: Edwina Jackson (New York)
- Trustee: Grace Cai (Nebraska-Iowa)
- Trustee: Isaac Teran (Southwest)
- Trustee: Janvi Singh (New Jersey)
- Trustee: Malik Bah (Minnesota-Dakotas)
- Trustee: Sara Norman (Jamaica)
- Trustee: Sawyer Sullivan (Pacific Northwest)
New Key Club International Website
The new Key Club International website is here! This brand-new digital experience offers several improvements—including easy navigation on mobile devices, translation capabilities for 10 languages, and more. In addition, a new section for members and advisors contains a dashboard that puts Key Club resources in one place. Check it out, and come back often for informational updates and continuing enhancements as the Key Club website enters a new era.
As of July 20, Key Club International began requiring users to log in to Kiwanis Engage to access resources in the Members & Advisors section of keyclub.org. These webpages include resources and benefits exclusively for the Key Club family. If a Key Club member is unsure about which email is associated with their account, they can contact their Key Club advisor or officers.
Coming up: PNWOF
The Pacific Northwest Opportunity Fund (PNWOF) is a district-wide grant program where dues-paid clubs can apply for partial funding assistance for specific, high-impact service projects that benefit the District Project (Ronald McDonald House Charities) or their community. PNWOF grants range from $100 to $1,000 and can cover up to two-thirds of the service project’s expenses.
Applications for PNWOF open on September 1st, 2026, and close on October 31st, 2026. Now is the time to begin thinking about potential projects! You can check out the 2025-2026 successful PNWOF service project recipients on our website. Join us for our upcoming PNWOF webinar on September 17th, 2026, at 7:00 PM to hear from past club grant recipients and learn more about PNWOF!
Summer Service Projects
This summer, many of us will be traveling, participating in extracurricular programs, taking internships, and more. And whether you may have a booked summer full of opportunities, or a load of downtime, service is one of the greatest ways you can use your time to build relationships, participate actively in your community, and give back. Some of my recommendations to get involved this summer include:
Always consider serving your community where it needs support. If you are looking for further service opportunities, please contact and/or visit your supporting Kiwanis Club.
Available District Leadership Opportunities
We are pleased to report that nearly all divisions are served by Lieutenant Governors. However, we still need your help! Lieutenant Governors are vital to the health of each Key Club division, as they create a critical connection between the club and district levels. Clubs in divisions that are not served by a Lieutenant Governor lack a consistent source of relevant updates, resources, and leadership.
The following divisions do not currently have a 2026-2027 Lieutenant Governor:
- Division 9
- Division 20i
- Division 20m
- Division 22/24
- Division 42v
- Division 45
- Division 50
- Division 52
- Division 74
- Division 78
- Division 80
- Division 82
If you or anyone you know is from one of these divisions and is interested in serving as a Lieutenant Governor during the 2026-2027 service year, please contact me at governor@pnwkeyclub.org or District Administrator Angela Bruhl at angela@pnwkeyclub.org. Serving on the District Board is an incredible experience that provides opportunities to create change and develop as a leader.
