Kiwanis Club of Poway and The Ranches

09/13/2026

Having fun volunteering at a pancake breakfast right before the Poway parade.

09/13/2026

As a result of being a part of building a consortium of over 60 Non-Profit organizations in the
Poway Chamber of Commerce over the last six years, John Couvrette was humbled to be asked to serve as the Grand Marshall of the Rotary Poway Community Parade yesterday. Instead of sitting in a car waving through the parade, they built a float dedicated to the Non-Profits that serve Poway. Zoom in on the truck to see all of the Non-Profits participating. Huge thank you to EDCO Disposal for the loan of the truck!
It was a good day!
Ginger Jones Couvrette
Poway Community Foundation
Non-Profit Organization Category | The Poway Chamber of Commerce https://share.google/HHiSz4KmjX7NqmaNQ

09/07/2026

https://powayrotaryparade.org/ - Mark your calendars for one of Poway's most beloved community traditions — the Poway Rotary Parade! This year's theme, "Spirit of Volunteers," is the very heartbeat of everything we do!

The 61st Annual Celebration will take place RAIN or SHINE on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 9AM!

09/01/2026

🏈 WESTVIEW TAKES THE CROSSTOWN RIVALRY!!! 🎉

What a night at the LRK Football Crosstown Classic between Mt. Carmel and Westview! Westview won and went WILD — and our Kiwanis crew was right there for every moment! 🙌

Shoutout to our amazing crew in the stands: Mona Randel, Katy Clark, Kara White, Melissa Walker, Neil Tarzy, Marianne Hill, Claudette Satnick, Randy Tenzer, Reed Reichert, Phil Hurley & Key Club Div. 37 South Lt. Governor AJ Cottrell! 🐾

THIS is what community looks like! 💙🏈

08/19/2026

For those who missed it, our August 13th club meeting at the Poway VFW was an absolute highlight of the summer season — a rich, inspiring, and community-filled evening that reminded all of us why we love this club so much!

We want to extend a warm and heartfelt THANK YOU to the all-volunteer staff of the Poway VFW for their outstanding hospitality, their warm welcome, and their truly delicious food. The Veterans of Foreign Wars hold a deeply special place in our community, and we are honored to gather under their roof.

The meeting was jam-packed with incredible guests and presentations including:

🌟 Boys to Men Mentoring Team — We were inspired and moved by the presentation from the Boys to Men Mentoring team, whose mission to build communities of male role models and empower teenage boys to follow their dreams aligns so beautifully with our Kiwanis commitment to serving youth. The work they are doing right here in our community is genuinely life-changing.

🤝 Sunrise Vista Kiwanis Club — It was a wonderful treat to welcome our fellow Kiwanians from the Sunrise Vista club for an interclub visit! There is something truly special about connecting with other clubs who share our values and our passion for service. We hope to see them again soon!

🤝 PUSD Scholarship Recipients

08/06/2026

07/23/2026

We are hosting our next Blood Drive and need your help to make it a success!

07/14/2026

🏇 And They’re Off! Get Ready for the 33rd Annual Day at the Races! ☀️🎉

Big excitement is heading to the track, and you do *not* want to miss it! The **Del Mar Kiwanis** is officially hosting the **Sheila McDonnell Memorial 33rd Annual Day at the Races**, and it’s shaping up to be an absolute winner of a day.

Whether you love the thrill of horse racing, delicious food, or just making a massive difference in our community, this is the place to be!

# # # 📅 The Winning Details

* **When:** Friday, September 4, 2026
* **Timeline:**
* 🚪 **12:00 p.m.** – Doors Open
* 🍽️ **12:30 p.m.** – Delicious Buffet is Served
* 🏁 **2:00 p.m.** – Post Time (Let the racing begin!)

* **Where:** The premium **Star Fiddle Sky Room** at the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club (hello, incredible trackside views! 🥂✨)
* **Tickets:** $100.00 per person

# # # ⭐ What’s in Store for You?

Your ticket unlocks an incredible afternoon packed with entertainment and perks:

* 🎟️ **Exclusive Admission & Seating** in the Sky Room
* 🍽️ **A Gourmet Buffet Lunch** to keep you fueled
* 📊 **Official Racing Program** to help you pick your favorites
* 🎁 **Chances to Win Big:** Awesome door prizes, a thrilling Silent Auction, and a 50-50 Raffle!
* 🍹 **No-Host Bar** to toast to your favorite horses

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# # # ❤️ Racing for a Brighter Future

This year's event is held in loving memory of long-time Kiwanis member and track icon, **Sheila McDonnell**, the beloved "Queen" of the Horsemen's lounge.

Best of all, **all proceeds go directly to organizations committed to supporting and uplifting local children in need.** By joining the fun, you're helping Kiwanis improve the quality of life for families and kids right here in our community.

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# # # 🎟️ Secure Your Spot Today! (No Will-Call Available)

Tickets will *not* be available at the gate, so you **must** purchase yours in advance to get in on the action!

👉 **Buy Online Right Now:** https://2026delmarkiwanis.eventbrite.com

Let's make some memories, cheer on some champions, and change kids' lives together. See you at the track! 🐎✨

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07/02/2026

Camp Reach For The Sky 🥞 Serving Up Big Smiles at Balboa Park

We are absolutely thrilled to report another spectacularly successful event! Team Kiwanis headed out to beautiful Balboa Park to serve 35 amazing campers, along with their wonderful families and dedicated staff—bringing our total to about 125 happy, well-fed guests! It is always such a rewarding experience to spend the day in the park making a difference.

An event this smooth takes a village, and our incredible volunteers absolutely crushed it:

The Heavy Lifting & Fresh Prep: We couldn't have done it without Kevin Griffith, who stepped up to handle the heavy work. Meanwhile, Mona Randel prepared a spectacular assortment of fresh fruits! Thanks to the fantastic prep work by Marianne Hill and Melissa Walker the day before, we officially surpassed the old days of just opening a can of fruit cocktail. Talk about an upgrade!

The Main Course: Zee was spot on, securing the legendary batter straight from John Lingham’s Original Pancake House, and our phenomenal kitchen crew worked their magic to get it out to the crowd perfectly.

🌟 A Massive Thank You to Our Rockstar Crew!

A heartfelt thank you goes out to every single person who showed up, rolled up their sleeves, and brought the energy:

Lynn Beavers

Zee Zobel

Alyssa Soto

Our wonderful Pageant Ladies

Jeff Wilson

Neil Tarzy

Julie Sleeper

Mike Boyer

Jeff Shea

Liz Carlson & Bob Carlson

Katy Clark

Beth Galloway

Devan & Asahi England

Steve Ewart

(We appreciate every single one of you—hope we didn't miss a soul!)

❤️ Community Support at its Best

We also want to send a huge shoutout and thank you to Mission Federal Credit Union for their generous donation to help cover our costs. They have been steadfast, incredible supporters of Camp Reach for the Sky for several years now, and we are deeply grateful for their continued partnership.

🏆 The Grand Finale

To top off an already perfect day, we were presented with a beautiful, custom wooden plaque signed by everyone at the closing ceremony. It was a truly heartwarming moment, and I can’t wait to bring it to our next meeting for everyone to see.

06/27/2026

🍳 PUSD Summer Kick‑Off — A Strong Start to the Season!
Catching up on a great event — our first PUSD Summer Kick‑Off Breakfast for PUSD employees was a big success! Having full use of their kitchen made everything run smoothly, and we served about 150 meals to the Administrative staff. It was a fantastic way to strengthen our relationship with PUSD and highlight how much Kiwanis supports students across the district.

🙌 Key Kiwanis Leaders
A huge thank‑you to the members who helped plan and execute the event:
John Couvrette
Mona Randel
Reed Reichert
Lee Freeman
And of course, John Lingham for donating his famous Original Pancake House batter — always appreciated and always a hit!

👏 Volunteers Who Made It Happen
We had an incredible turnout of members helping on site:
Mike Boyer, Steve Ewart, Zee, Jim McGuire, Ken Hamilton, Melissa Walker, John Rigby, Tom Halfaker, John Hoey, Mike Celeste, Ron Moehlig, and our Kiwins members.

Special thanks to Beth Galloway, Mike Szoka, Estela Latifzadeh, and the Poway Scholarship Pageant Court for bringing extra energy and support.