Serving the Children of the World

Kiwanis of East Orange County focuses mostly on our local community, but we also join efforts with other Kiwanis Clubs around the world to tackle a large health issue. The first Worldwide Service Project we tackled was Iodine Deficiency. Today, about 70 percent of the people in the developing world have access to iodized salt, and UNICEF has hailed this project as one of the greatest public health triumphs of the 20th century.  Through the dedication and hard work of the Kiwanis family, not only in raising money but also in raising awareness of the problem and motivating governments and industry to act, millions of children have been protected against the invisible but devastating effects of iodine deficiency.

Eliminating the death of mothers and babies caused by tetanus

Once the world had a good handle on Iodine Deficiency, Kiwanis decided to focus on another project. Our second Worldwide Service Project is named The Eliminate Project. Since the project started in 2010, Kiwanis committed to raising over $110 million dollars and partner with Unicef to save the lives of women and babies that are dying around the world because of contracting Tetanus during childbirth. Our club donated $23,250, which protected the lives of 12,916 mothers and their babies around the world. Learn more about The Eliminate Project here. 

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East Orange County Kiwanis
1 week ago

We are incredibly proud to announce that Little River Elementary's K-Kids Club received a $500 SLP Mini Grant from The Florida Kiwanis Foundation! This funding helped support their canned goods drive expansion and kits for the homeless. The students were able to build 23 baskets for homeless students (seen in the photos) and 50 kits that will go to Orange County Public Schools. Congratulations to Little River K-Kids and we are so proud of them for all the great things they are doing to help the community! We also are immensley thankful for the Florida Kiwanis Foundation for their support. ... See MoreSee Less

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East Orange County Kiwanis
2 weeks ago

We enjoyed an excellent Easter celebration in Bithlo, complete with an egg hunt, food, and baskets. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact on children's lives. Let's spread happiness! 🌸🎉💖😊🌟 ... See MoreSee Less

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