Building a Brighter Future for Children & Youth in D.C.

The Kiwanis Club of Washington, D.C. is all about making a real difference. We're on a mission to create positive, long-lasting changes and aim to see that every child in D.C. wakes up in a community that believes in them.

  • Join a Monthly Meet Up

    Our Club meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Lost & Found in DC. We’d love for you to join us and to hear from our community leaders.

  • Our Service Partners

    We volunteer and support organizations in DC who align with our mission of helping children and youth thrive.

  • Our Community Impact

    Learn more about our work and how it impacts the DC community.

The Kiwanis Club of Washington, D.C. hosts the DC Student Leader Awards, a scholarship program that recognizes graduating high school seniors in the District of Columbia for their academic achievements and leadership. The scholarship welcomes students from public, private, and charter schools to apply, and scholarships are available to students planning to enter all educational pathways.

Our Large-Scale Service Partner

The Kiwanis Club of Washington, D.C. has partnered with SMYAL, our Large-Scale Service Partner, to create safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth in the District of Columbia. Through our partnership, we are providing affordable mental health to young people to overcome trauma, stress, and negative risk behaviors that are disproportionally represented among LGBTQ+ youth.