Kiwanis clubs focus on changing the world by serving children, one child and one community at a time. To reach more people and have a greater service impact on their communities, many clubs sponsor a Kiwanis family club — K-Kids for primary school children; Builders Clubs for adolescents; Key Clubs for teens; Circle K Clubs for university students and Aktion Clubs for adults living with disabilities.
Kiwanis Santa Maria Valley uses fundraising to provide financial support to local high school seniors who need college scholarships and Allan Hancock transfers applying to 4-year universities. We also support the Good Samaritan Shelter, Back-to-School Shopping Sprees, Hope Village, and the Food Bank of Santa Barbara County.
March 21, 2026
Bruce Detter and organizer Gary Prober at the 34th Annual Kiwanis Basketball Spectacular. High School Senior All-Stars from Santa Barbara County won the Girls' game and SLO County All-Star Senior Boys edged out SBC. This fundraiser supports local youth sports activities in Santa Maria. Watch the games on repeat here: 2026 Kiwanis All-Star Basketball Spectacular - YouTube
March 20, 2026
Jump Rope for Heart was organized by Kiwanian Peggy Stepanian at Adam Elementary School. Classes donated money and participated in various events, including: Dance, Jump Rope, Hula Hoop, Bean Bag Toss, Hoop Toss, Limbo, Relay Races, and Bowling. The American Heart Association received a donation of over $3200!