The Kiwanis Club of Patchogue

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Patchogue Kiwanis Kicks off Koin Kans For Kids Kampaign

In order to raise funds for sending Kampers to Camp Kiwanis this summer, the club has purchased 50 Kans to be distributed to retail establishments where change is generated by patrons at a register. Full story

Patchogue Kiwanis Supports Lighthouse Mission

Receiving a check for $8,250 from the Patchogue Kiwanis Club is Wendy Wood (center) Communications Coordinator of the Lighthouse Mission in Bellport. Holding the check on the left is Jeffrey Vollmuth, Past President of the Patchogue Kiwanis and on the right is current President, Chris Picini. The funds were raised by the Kiwanis Club with the assistance of Tom Perna of AVR Realty. The Lighthouse Mission which is run by Pastor James Ryan provides food to families and children in need, currently 7% of Suffolk County.

Patchogue Kiwanis Hosts a BBQ for 120 Campers at Camp Paquatuck

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Patchogue Kiwanis Club Sponsors 5K Twilight Trot

On Sunday, July 25^th, the run commenced and ended in front of the Patchogue Firehouse on Jennings Ave. Members of the Patchogue Kiwanis and the Patchogue Medford Key Club monitored the USATF certified 5K route and provided water to the runners. Patchogue Kiwanis Race Chairman, Nick Harding awarded prizes to tAudra Zakar (left) of Miller Place who won the women’s competition and Eric Haun (right) of Bayport who won the men’s competition. Over 115 runners participated in this run at thirteen age levels with proceeds going to Child Service Projects sponsored by the Patchogue Kiwanis Club. Patchogue EMS volunteers stood by for contingent emergencies. Also noteworthy is the fact that Chairman Harding recently participated in the Empire State Olympic Games where he placed 4^th in the RaceWalking competition.

Patchogue Kiwanis Tri Club Golf Challenge

Chris Picini, President of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club (from left) presents members of the Southampton Kiwanis golf team with a plaque and check for $500 payable to the Southampton Kiwanis as the winning team of the 2010 Patchogue Kiwanis Annual Golf Classic. Winning Southampton team members here are Justin McCarthy, Treasurer; Jim McMahon, Secretary; Ed Sorenson team member and not shown here, Steve Fellingham.

The Tri Club challenge was made to Lions, Rotary and Kiwanis clubs of eastern Long Island who all participated in the event. The tournament raised funds to support the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, and Child Service activities of the club. Culminating a perfect weather day, the tournament raised over $13,000 with over 80 golfers in attendance. Co-Chairmen Lawless and Picini doubled the proceeds from the previous year and increased attendance by 50%, a stellar accomplishment in a difficult economy. Support by non golfing member volunteers help contribute to the success of the event.

Patchogue Kiwanis Charitable Foundation draws a Lucky Ticket from its Annual Sweepstakes Drawing. With a $20,000 proceed, it promises to help fund the Club’s Charitable Projects for Children. Shown here is Club President, Chris Picini drawing a winning number for one of the prizes. Looking on is George Brush who co-chaired the project with Mark Charvat. Drawing was held Tax Day, April 15th at the Dublin Down Tavern in Blue Point.

May The Road Rise To Meet Ye 4 Miler

The Patchogue Kiwanis Club attracted 100 runners from as far as Washington DC, by sponsoring a 4 mile run moments before the start of the Annual St Patrick’s Parade. Full story

Toy Trot

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Holiday Parade

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Patchogue Kiwanis Hosts Thanksgiving Dinner Members of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club gathered with their families and Patchogue Medford Key Clubbers on Thanksgiving Day to cook and serve some of the community’s needy a full Thanksgiving Dinner at the BrickHouse Brewery where the Kiwanis meets weekly. Full story

Thanksgiving Baskets for The Needy

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Feeding The Poor

Past President of the Patchogue Kiwanis Club, Angelo Tarantino (right) presents a check for $7,500 to Pastor James Ryan (Center) of the Lighthouse Mission. Current President, Chris Picini helps display the check. The presentation results from funds raised by the Patchogue Kiwanis Club as a community needs project during Past President’s Tarantino’s recent term of office. The Lighthouse Mission feeds many of the community’s poor and needy families. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to serving one community and one child at a time.

Past Presidents Gather to Raise Funds

Past President, Edward Hughes steams clams for the guests and attendees for the annual event designed to raise funds for Administrative expenses. Chairman, Past President, Glen Charvat assembled his crew at Patchogue Fireman’s Park and cooked Filet Mignon Steaks, Corn and Clams to the delight of all. The club also stands to gain a few new members from the event as well.