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Welcome to the Kiwanis Club of West Omaha
 
Founded in 1938 for Kiwanis Club of Greater Omaha and founded in 1961 for Kiwanis Club Westside which have merged together to form the Kiwanis Club of West Omaha. Each has a rich history of community service throughout the years. We are an eclectic mix of ages, genders, occupations, backgrounds and interests. We are all passionate about making our community and the world a better place for children so they can thrive. We are devoted to serving the children in our local community and also children all across the country and worldwide through unique and innovative service projects and fundraising initiatives. Members and invited guests meet each Monday at Noon for food, fellowship, and for the opportunity to hear from speakers about important matters in our region.
 
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Kiwanis Club of West Omaha Meeting June 8, 2026

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The meeting was opened with a prayer from Frank.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance - 18 members.  Guests - Lori Cronin
 
The 50/50 drawing was held and there was no winner.
 
Happy Bucks was collected.  
 
Frank led the business discussion:
Dale updated that the Completely Kids America 250 Year Celebration is set for July 10.  Dale 
reported that he has three confirmed of the five needed volunteers.  Please contact Dale if you 
can help.
Dennis provided a Flag Program update:
Received funding through June 6 is approximately $7,100.
The next date for setting out flags is June 14 - Flag Day starting at 7 AM.  Meeting
place for volunteers is Westside High School.
Dennis stated he still needs one volunteer for flag pick up.  Please let Dennis know if you
can help.
Joann reported that the Division Council Meeting was held on June 2 in Red Oak and Via Zoom.
Meeting minutes to get distributed later this week.  The next meeting is planned for early 
September, date pending.          
The annual Golf Event was held this past Friday.  Overall a success with approximately $3,700 
resulted in funding.
      
 The guest speaker cancelled. 
 
The next Club Meeting is June15, at Legends.  The scheduled guest speaker is Joel Lynch from
Holy Family.
 
Steve Bunting

Kiwanis Club of West Omaha Meeting June 1, 2026

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The meeting was opened with a prayer from Rod.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance - 16 members.  Guests - Bill Spiecker and Lori Cronin
 
The 50/50 drawing was held and there was no winner.
 
Happy Bucks was collected.  
 
Kip led the business discussion:
The Club vote for the 2026-27 Board Members was held and the following were approved.
 Dennis President
Glen Secretary
Steve Treasurer
Greg and Wyn One Year Board Members
Rod and Vince Two Year Board Members
Dale reported that the Completely Kids America 250 Year Celebration is set for July 10.  Dale is 
asking for five volunteers.  Please contact Dale if you can help.
A Flag Program update from Dennis:
Received funding through May 30 total approximately $6,700.
The next date for setting out flags is June 14 - Flag Day starting at 7 AM.  Meeting
place for volunteers is Westside High School.
Please let Dennis know if you can help - setting flags, picking up, both.
Joann reported that the next Division Council Meeting is June 2 available in Red Oak or Via Zoom.                      
Deb donated $59.25 from aluminum cans collection.
Barb announced that her Grant Application, for $250, to Kiwanis International was approved.  This 
is for the Calming Peace Room project.  
The annual Golf Event happens this Friday.  Should have a more detailed report next Monday.
      
The guest speaker was Dave Vankat with Catholic Charities.
 
The next Club Meeting is June 8, at Legends.
 
Steve Bunting

Kiwanis Club of West Omaha Meeting May 18, 2026

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The meeting was opened with a prayer from Kip.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance - 14 members.    
 
The 50/50 drawing was held and there was no winner.
 
Happy Bucks was collected by Dennis
 
Kip led the business discussion:
Frank is starting 7 days of chemo therapy, but said he still plans to help with flags on Memorial Day.  We should wish the best for Frank.
Kip gave the reading of officers for the 2nd Time. 2 weeks from now will be the last reading and a vote will be held.
The Completely Kids America 250 Year celebration is scheduled for July 10th. 100 children and family members will participate in the party.  Budget for the
event, and determination of our Club's participation is pending. 5 clubs are participating. 
Greg said the Zoo trip for the Sacred Heart School 2nd Graders went well. He also said the 2nd grade teacher is leaving for another position.
A Flag Program update from Dennis:
Received around $6300 so far.
The first date for setting out flags was May 16th - Armed Forces Day. It went very well.
The next date is May 25th, Memorial Day. More volunteers are needed for placement and pickup.
Please let Dennis know if you can help.                      
Joann is in need of volunteers on August 5th and 6th for stuffing bags for the District Convention. It is at the Mid America Building in Council Bluffs on August 7th and 8th. Let her know if you can help.
Joann also reported that she has volunteered the Omaha Clubs to help, with registration,
at the District Convention in August.
Barb was happy that her grant application for the Peace Place project was awarded. It's for $250.00.  It will be used to buy equipment for a quiet calming area for children to use during school when they need         it.
 
Kip reminded everyone that we only have one more meeting before our golf outing on June 3rd. Steve can still use volunteers, hole sponsors and raffle prizes.
      
The guest speaker was John Vela from the Nebraska Veterans Vietnam Memorial.
 
No Meeting on May 25th, Memorial Day.
 
The next Club Meeting is June 1st, at Legends .
 
Barb St John

Kiwanis Club of West Omaha Meeting May 11, 2026

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Written by: Stephen Bunting
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The meeting was opened with a prayer from Kip.  This was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
Attendance - 15 members.  Guest - Bill Spiecker
 
The 50/50 drawing was held and there was no winner.
 
Happy Bucks was collected.  
 
Kip led the business discussion:
Frank is still out sick and receiving treatments.  We should continue to keep Frank in our
prayers and best wishes.
Kip reported that the following are nominated for the 2026-27 Board Members.
Dennis President, new nominee
Glen Secretary
Steve Treasurer
Greg and Wyn One Year Board Members, new nominees
Second reading and vote pending to follow at future meetings
 Greg reminded all that Sacred Heart Zoo trip is scheduled for May 15.  The gathering area
is by the Zoo Plaza, main entrance ticketing, between 9:30 and 10:00.
Joann reported that the Completely Kids America 250 Year Celebration budget share for the local clubs
is $3,000.  With the commitments received to date, our Club Board will consider an
additional donation for the Celebration. 
A Flag Program update from Dennis:
Received payments through May 10 total $5,760 - less $360 expenses.
The first date for setting out flags is May 16 - Armed Forces Day staring at 7 AM.  Meeting
place for volunteers is St Andrews Church.  Dennis has marked flag locations with fresh
paint.
Please let Dennis know if you can help.                      
Rod reported that the Events Day for the Special Olympics is scheduled for May 29 at 6 PM.
      
 The guest speaker was Alexis Boulos of Union Soccer Omaha.
 
The next Club Meeting is May 18, at Legends with the scheduled guest speaker John Vela from the
Nebraska Veterans Vietnam Memorial.
 
Steve Bunting

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