named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Bowl for Kids' Sake
Fundraising bowling event supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks; organized and participated in by Kiwanis members and supporters
Glens Falls Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship
Annual educational scholarships awarded to graduating high school seniors from 10 local schools in the greater Glens Falls area; some are renewable for up to four years based on community service and citizenship
Head Start Book and Reading Program
Provides books and reading activities to children in Head Start programs
Spirits in the Trees
Annual holiday event in Crandall Park where trees are decorated and lit to honor or remember individuals, families, or organizations, with proceeds supporting Kiwanis charitable activities
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Community Event-Based Giving Programs 2 activities
- Organizes clothing and food drivesOrganizes regular clothing and food drives to support local community needs in the Glens Falls, NY area.
- Provides meals to Special Olympics participantsProvides lunches to Special Olympics athletes and coaches during local events in the Glens Falls, NY community.
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LGBTQ+ and Community-Based Educational Scholarships 1 activity
- Awards educational scholarships to local studentsProvides annual renewable educational scholarships for up to four years to graduating high school seniors from 10 local high schools in the greater Glens Falls, NY region, with preference for students demonstrating community service, personal responsibility, and citizenship.
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Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
- Conducts local service and renovation projectsCarries out hands-on service projects such as building playgrounds, renovating Amanda's House, filling Salvation Army food baskets, and organizing the Taste of the North Country event in the Glens Falls community.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Delivers books and reading activities to Head Start childrenProvides books and conducts reading activities for children enrolled in Head Start programs in the local community.
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Community Foundation & United Way Support 1 activity
- Funds charitable and educational organizationsFunds charitable, literary, and educational organizations in the local community through grantmaking, established in 1998 to support the mission of the Glens Falls Kiwanis Club.
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Organized Vehicle Show Events 1 activity
- Hosts Duck-a-Palooza Jeep Show for charityOrganizes and hosts the annual Duck-a-Palooza Jeep Show as a community event and fundraiser benefiting local children's charities in the Glens Falls area.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Participates in Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiserParticipates in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake as a community engagement and fundraising activity in support of youth services.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Participates in Salvation Army Holiday Bell RingingEngages in the annual Salvation Army Holiday Bell Ringing initiative as part of community fundraising efforts in the Glens Falls region.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Raises funds for Big Brothers Big SistersHas raised over $96,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks since 2010 through ongoing participation in fundraising events, including $9,465 in the most recent Bowl for Kids’ Sake.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Supports community events with tent provisionProvides tents for community group events, including those organized by local Senior Centers and other community organizations in the Glens Falls area.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$20K36%
Program service revenue$10K18%
Investment income$8K14%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$34K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$33K
balance sheet
Total assets$366K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$366K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 2
- Michael Bushman — Director
- William Haverinen — Director
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Big Brothers Big Sisters Partner — Participates in Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids’ Sake as a fundraising and community service activity.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Southern Adirondacks Partner — Primary beneficiary of Glens Falls Kiwanis Club Foundation's annual Bowl For Kids' Sake fundraising event.
- Glens Falls Kiwanis Club Partner — Primary affiliated organization that the foundation supports to make contributions to charitable and educational organizations.
- Head Start Partner — Provides books and reading activities to Head Start children.
- Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls Network — Foundation is affiliated with the Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls to support local children's initiatives.
- Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls Network — Local chapter affiliated with the broader Kiwanis organization.
- Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls, New York Network — Membership consists of active, privileged, and senior members in good standing of the Kiwanis Club of Glens Falls, New York.
- Salvation Army Partner — Collaborates on food basket distribution efforts.
- Salvation Army Partner — Collaborates with the Salvation Army on annual Holiday Bell Ringing fundraising efforts.
- Salvation Army Partner — Participates in annual Holiday Bell Ringing campaign.
- Special Olympics Partner — Provides lunches to Special Olympics athletes and coaches.
- Special Olympics Partner — Provides meal support to athletes and coaches during Special Olympics events.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Child-Centered Community Servicemethodology: child-centered_community_serviceBy focusing service and fundraising efforts on child well-being, the organization improves community outcomes, because addressing children's needs produces compounding social benefits and strengthens the foundation of the community.
- Community Fundraising Through Social Engagementmethodology: community-fundraising-eventBy hosting low-pressure, socially engaging events that appeal to regional interest groups, the organization generates sustainable charitable funds, because fun-driven participation increases community buy-in and reduces donor fatigue.
- Grantmaking for Community Impactmethodology: grantmakingBy funding charitable and educational organizations through a foundation structure, the organization amplifies community well-being, because strategic grantmaking extends reach and enables specialized nonprofits to deliver targeted services.
- Investing in Future Leadershipmethodology: investing_in_future_leadershipBy supporting students who demonstrate compassion and servant leadership potential, the organization creates long-term community benefit, because early investment in leadership values leads to future professionals who contribute ethically and actively to society.
- Youth-Led Community Servicemethodology: youth-led_community_serviceBy empowering youth to lead and participate in community service initiatives, the organization fosters personal development and long-term civic engagement, because involving young people in service builds leadership skills and strengthens community bonds.