Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh on November 6 for a special guest presentation by Elaine Whitford, Executive Director of The Center for Volunteer Caregiving. Learn how this Wake County nonprofit connects volunteers with older adults, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers through transportation, companionship, and essential community support.

October Board Meeting, directors please bring your notebooks!

Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh for lunch and a special presentation by Lorrin Freeman, Wake County District Attorney and former Wake County Clerk of Superior Court. Learn about her career in public service, the North Carolina justice system, and the work of the District Attorney's Office in Wake County.

Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh as we care for a section of the Crabtree Creek Greenway through the City of Raleigh's Adopt-A-Trail program. Our bi-monthly cleanups help keep Raleigh's trails clean, safe, and beautiful for everyone.

What does the future hold for one of Raleigh's oldest institutions of higher education? Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh for a conversation with Dr. Jennifer Walsh, the newly appointed 13th president of William Peace University. Dr. Walsh will share her vision for Peace, the university's role in a growing Raleigh and Research Triangle, and how higher education is evolving to prepare students for the future.

Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh Pancake Breakfast October 17 from 8 a.m.–noon. $6 tickets, raffles, photo booth, pumpkin patch, eating contests and more!

Help us put a dictionary in the hands of a third grader! The Kiwanis Club of Raleigh will deliver dictionaries to third-grade students at Leesville Elementary School on Friday, October 16, from 3:00–3:30 p.m. We need two volunteers to join us. Contact April Blackwell if you can help.

What is happening with the economy, and what does it mean for North Carolina? Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh for a conversation with renowned economist Dr. Mike Walden as he shares his perspective on the national and North Carolina economies, current economic trends, and the challenges and opportunities ahead.

No Friday lunch meeting on this date! Come to Milburnie Night!

Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh for Milburnie Night on October 8 at Milburnie Fishing Club in Raleigh. Enjoy fishing, dinner, fellowship, a fire pit and more.

What does it take to put on one of North Carolina’s largest annual events? Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the N.C. State Fair with Director Kent Yelverton. Kent will share the history and traditions of the fair, what goes into planning the event each year, and what’s new for the 2026 State Fair.

The Kiwanis Club of Raleigh’s incoming board meets September 26 to plan for the 2026–2027 year, set goals, develop the budget, and update board resources.

Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh on September 25 to hear Dr. William M. Downs, sixth president of Campbell University, discuss higher education and leadership in North Carolina.

Join us September 19 for a Kiwanis Park cleanup as we work together to keep this community space clean and welcoming.

Phil Smith of Concord Action, and former Kiwanis club president, discusses how civic education, respectful dialogue, and community engagement can help strengthen our democracy.

Kate Pearce, Executive Director of Dix Park Conservancy, discusses the vision, progress, and future of Dorothea Dix Park, one of Raleigh's most exciting and transformative public spaces.

No Friday lunch meeting on this date! Happy Labor Day!

Lela Urquhart, Chief Advancement Officer, and Jamie Powell, Manager of Institutional Giving, from the North Carolina Museum of Art discuss the museum's mission, community impact, and the partnerships that help bring art and education to North Carolinians.

Patricia Burch, CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Wake County, shares how affordable homeownership is transforming lives and strengthening communities throughout Wake and Johnston counties.

Join the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh as we care for a section of the Crabtree Creek Greenway through the City of Raleigh's Adopt-A-Trail program. Our bi-monthly cleanups help keep Raleigh's trails clean, safe, and beautiful for everyone.

August Board Meeting, directors please bring your notebooks!

North Carolina Superior Court Judge Vince Rozier Jr. joins the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh to discuss the work of the Superior Court and the important role our judiciary plays in serving North Carolina communities.

David Williams shares his inspiring journey of living with Parkinson's disease, exploring how exercise, resilience, and a positive outlook have helped him thrive following his diagnosis.

Josie Reeves, Head of Design and Brand Strategy at Kane Realty, shares how thoughtful design and placemaking are shaping Raleigh's most vibrant neighborhoods and public spaces.

Roy Lee Lindsey, CEO of the North Carolina Pork Council, shares insights into North Carolina's pork industry, modern agriculture, and the economic importance of farming across the state.

Join us July 18 for a Kiwanis Park cleanup as we work together to keep this community space clean and welcoming.

July Board Meeting, directors please bring your notebooks!

Sam Hayes, Executive Director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections, discusses election administration, voter services, and the work of ensuring secure and accessible elections across North Carolina.

Dr. Paulette Dillard, President and CEO of Shaw University, joins the Kiwanis Club of Raleigh to discuss leadership, higher education, and the future of one of Raleigh's most historic institutions.

No Friday lunch meeting on this date! Happy Independence Day!