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The Governor Telegram For Clubs

What’s in this newsletter?

- Introduction - Revision of Key Club International Preferred Charities - Who’s in my Kiwanis Family? - What is the Eliminate Project? - What happened at the International Convention? - What you should know about the 2015 District

Convention! - Introducing the District Mascot! - Applying for the Youth Opportunities Fund - Paying (the infamous) DUES - It’s not too late for COMMITTEES!

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Introduction

Hello Eastern Canada! !I hope that you have had a spectacular summer break! It’s that time of year to get back on the school schedule: early mornings and late nights filled with homework, but it’s not all bad because the start of school signals the START OF KEY CLUB! As many of you know, usually the hardest month for clubs is September as you have to go through the process of membership recruitment and dues again. However, there is no need to worry because the Eastern Canada District Board is here to help! !In this newsletter, you will find tips and tricks to starting a successful Key Club year. Topics from dues to district and international convention are covered! !IT and Sister Districts! At the end of July, it was announced that Gary Cheng, from the Michigan District will serve as our International Trustee. I know that he will do an amazing job! Additionally, our new Sister Districts are the Capital District and the Caribbean-Atlantic District!

It’s a new year of

friends, service

and Key Club! !Yours in Service,

Mona Adib From left to right: Mona (ECD), Hanna (Caribbean-Atlantic), Gary (IT) and Anastasia (Capital).

Revision of Preferred Charities Key Clubs can raise money for many organizations, but these are

KCI’s preferred organizations. Let’s make sure we know who we raise money for!

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals is a nonprofit organization that strives to raise money to assist hospitalized children. All contributions directly benefit hospitals, helping to purchase up-to-date equipment, train staff, conduct life-saving research, and provide health care for children whose guardians can’t afford to pay. For more information: www.keyclub.org/service/fund/osp/cmn.aspx

March of Dimes strives to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. After the discovery of the polio vaccine, March of Dimes focused their efforts to improve the health of babies and has been successful with the help and enthusiasm of many volunteers. For more information: www.keyclub.org/service/fund/osp/marchofdimes.aspx

UNICEF, an organization of the UN dedicated exclusively to children, works with other UN bodies, governments and non-governmental organizations to assist in children’s needs through community-based services in primary health care, basic education, and safe water and sanitation. For more information: www.keyclub.org/service/fund/osp/unicef.aspx

Who’s in my K-Family? Let’s revisit the different Service Leadership Programs!

- For adults who live with disabilities

Mission: To provide adults living with disabilities an opportunity to develop initiative, leadership skills and to serve their communities.

- Premiere university service organization in the world

Mission: Developing college and university students into responsible citizens and leaders with a lifelong commitment to serving the children of the world.

- Largest student-led and service organization for middle school students

Mission: Builders Club is an international student-led organization providing members with opportunities to perform service, build character and develop leadership.

- Elementary school service organization; builds leadership potential

Mission: K-Kids is an international student-led organization providing members with opportunities to perform service and develop leadership. 

- Student-recognition program that promotes character development, self-esteem and perseverance

- Program designed to provide recognition to students who raise their grades

- Leadership education program for high school students, usually over the course of a weekend

Mission: to provide a life-changing experience that inspires young people to achieve their personal best through service leadership

- Dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time

Motto: Serving the children of the world.

We’re all working for a common goal…

Why not work together?

!You’ve probably heard it thousands of times: the

Eliminate Project, the Eliminate Project, the Eliminate Project, the Eliminate Project.

Before school starts, let’s do a small review (there may or may not be a test).

What is the Eliminate Project? Kiwanis International and UNICEF are working together to eradicate maternal and neonatal tetanus. In order to eliminate MNT approximately 100 million mothers must be immunized. This initiative requires money for vaccines, storage, transportation and human resources such as skilled staff.

The Eliminate Project.

What is MNT? Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus (MNT) is a disease commonly found in developing countries that affects mothers and infants. Babies with MNT suffer from excruciating pain (sensitive to light and touch) for the first two weeks after birth. The chance of survival after that is incredibly low.

How is MNT caused? MNT occurs when there is contact between open wounds or cuts and tetanus spores found in soil during childbirth. Without proper sanitation and equipment such as birthing mats, women can acquire this disease and pass it on to all their future children.

Mothers are immunized by 3 doses of the vaccine which costs a total of $1.80.

An infant

dies every 9

minutes from

MNT.

This is the final stretch.

!So let’s make it count.

A Key Club International Preferred Charity

What happened at International Convention? Key Clubbers from all over Canada, the United States and the Caribbean’s gathered for the 71st Key Club International Convention in Anaheim, California. Between July 2-6, Key Clubbers met and shared experiences with others, took part in workshops and elected the 2014-2015 International Board. Members from the Eastern Canada District also took part in: - a tour of Los Angeles - Chanting O Canada on Canada

Day all the time - A trip to Huntington Beach - the beach-themed dances - a journey through Disneyland !Key Clubbers learnt the necessary skills to welcome a new and exciting year of service!

I couldn't have asked for a better convention! See you next year in

Indianapolis for ICON and Kiwanis’ 100 year anniversary!

What to expect for 2015 District Convention?

The annual Eastern Canada District Convention is an important part of the District. Not only is this the biggest event in the District with over 300 Key Clubbers in attendance, but it provides members from all over Eastern Canada the opportunity to: - celebrate a year of service - learn how to grow their clubs - elect new District Board - improve essential skills - meet people from all over Eastern

Canada - have fun! !The 2015 Convention will be held in the largest city in Canada: Toronto! Toronto is a vibrant and exciting city, booming with diversity and magnificent sights. From wandering through the Art Gallery of Ontario, to shopping at the Eaton Centre, to seeing incredible views at the top of the CN Tower and seeing the bright lights of Dundas Square, Toronto has something for everyone. The District Board is incredibly excited to welcome ECD Key Clubbers to this inspiring event. More information will be provided in the upcoming months!

Save the Date: March 27-29, 2015

March Break DCON DCON

DCON

Pictures from DCON 2014

At the Delta East Hotel in

Toronto! See next page for pictures of

Toronto and the amazing hotel!

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Toronto!

The Hotel!

It’s official! Please welcome the Eastern Canada District mascot:

Carter the Cardinal

Carter

Fun Facts about the Cardinal:

The cardinal is the only red bird in North

America with a crest (tuft of feathers) on its

head. The tuft rises when the bird senses

danger.

The red bird from angry birds is actually

a cardinal! !!!

Cardinals are fairly social and join in flocks that even

include birds of other species. Like Key

Clubbers, cardinals are inclusive!

COMING UP IN SEPTEMBER

JOIN NICKELODEON IN THE FIGHT!

Applying for the Youth Opportunities Fund

The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF), provides grants to Key Clubs and Key Club members to financially support service or fundraising projects. The YOF also provides academic scholarships and financial aid for other special projects.

Format of the application

Application can be submitted by: 1. Email (yof@kiwanis.org) 2. Fax (1-317-879-0204) 3. Mail (YOF Application/Nicole Harris 3636 Woodview Trace Indianapolis, IN 46268-3196, USA)

Clubs can request funding

anywhere between $100 -

$2000.

Results will be mailed no late than January

1, 2015.

TIPS

Quick Facts

Link: www.keyclub.org/service/fund/yof/

yofgrant.aspx

- Only apply for a partial amount of your entire budget. You are more likely to receive the grant if Key Club International knows you are funding the project externally. For example, if your entire budget is $1500, apply for $500-$1000.

- Always apply for a bit more than you need. Sometimes, KCI will grant you an amount slightly smaller than what was asked.

- Be as specific as you can in your budget. For example, instead of listing “Food”, break it down to “Snacks”, “Lunch”, “Drinks”, “Utensils”, etc.

- Remember that no electronic signatures (for the final page of the application) are accepted!

- Since the grant is a reimbursement, ensure that you keep all receipts! - Submit the application on time! Application is due October 15 at 11:59 PM EST.

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Paying Dues What’s happening to dues?

At the House of Delegates during ICON, it was decided that there will be a 50 cent

increase on international dues. That means that International Dues are now $7.00 US and

District Dues are still $6.50 US.

Why do we pay dues? A common question is why do we even

have to pay dues? Here’s where your dues go to:

- Resources for club building, chartering and member recruitment

- District and club officer training materials - Support for districts and divisions - Official Key Club website and social

media accounts - Weekly updates to members and advisors - Key Club magazine (mailed to schools) - Convention planning - District and club awards - Liability insurance

How do we collect dues? Firstly, please ensure that all potential members are educated about dues and the reasons why we pay them.

Secondly, the Club Treasurer and Club Secretary must work together to collect

the dues and keep track of who has paid, as well as record personal

information of paid members such as name, email, year of graduation,etc.. Once a member has paid, they must

be registered into the Membership Update Centre (faculty advisors will be emailed the login email and password to access their club’s account). Once names are registered, print an invoice,

and with the help of your faculty/Kiwanis advisor or school

administration, send in a cheque to Key Club International or pay by credit card. If none of this sounds familiar to you, don’t worry; more educational

resources will be sent out soon!

Big Tip #2: Don’t wait till all members have been registered in the Membership Update

Centre to send in your money to Key Club International! You can always register

more members as the year progresses!

Big Tip #1: Do not wait until all your members have

paid to begin registering them in the Membership Update Centre.

Why did dues increase? Key Club International had a large deficit this past year. Due to this deficit, money had to

be drawn from reserves, which does not abide by sustainable business practices. By

increasing dues, money for the deficit is accounted for and we are able to replenish

the reserves.

No need to freak out, the District Board is here to help!

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Important

Deadlines!

Early Birds - By this time, you want to have paid your dues! Remember that you can always register more members throughout the year, and

send another payment to KCI. !EARLY BIRDS - BY NOVEMBER 1, 2014

Regular deadline - If you pay after December 1st, your club’s dues are delinquent! It is recommended that you pay your dues at least 2

weeks before December 1st.

Regular - BY DECEMBER 1, 2014

Suspended Status - If your club has not paid their dues, your club will acquire the suspended status! !

Suspension - AFTER FEBRUARY 1, 2015

It’s not too late to…

JOIN COMMITTEES

This is coming from personal experience: District Committees are amazing! You are able to work with Key Clubbers from all over Eastern Canada, make a big difference in your District and see a completely different side of Key Club. It doesn’t matter if you are a club executive or a regular member, you can make a huge difference for clubs throughout Eastern Canada by being part of committees!

Why should I join committees? By joining committees, you get to: - be more involved in the District - make a direct impact for clubs - work with members from all over Eastern

Canada - acquire the knowledge and experience you

need to run for a higher position (Lieutenant Governor, International Trustee, etc.)

- learn a lot more about Key Club - play Warlight with members after meetings!

What do I have to do to join? All you need to do is fill out a short application created to let the committee chairs get to know you better! Remember that committees do require a time commitment of at least one online meeting per month and some committee work. The workload is definitely manageable!

APPLY TODAY!

Help ECD Grow - Join the Membership Development Committee! !

Chair: Lars Chen https://docs.google.com/forms/d/

1ZJk4_eyE0JsQ6THbBqeNYszmkfTOT0-OocxcBmzf0Qs/viewform

Connect the Family - Join the Kiwanis Family Relations Committee! !

Chair: Erin Bernardo https://docs.google.com/forms/d/

1rN1l0h_zdNmxl4Ei2w6qxiwFE1AR5UM5_GSaGSHr56Q/viewform

Showcase the Talent - Join the Contests and Awards Committee! !

Chairs: Ainsley Anger & Alex Spinney https://docs.google.com/forms/d/

1aSYunF5lw5lOaJdj7w910EalYGpf4V_tApH686TX6YE/viewform

Plan the Most Exciting Event of the Year - Join the DCON Planning Committee! !

Chair: Puru Panchal https://docs.google.com/forms/d/

1okyVwfpZm2q4lrvHcfAo6Vfk09bmQ8nQYOhF53Hi4Fg/viewform

Thank you for reading! If you have questions pertaining to any topics addressed in this newsletter, feel free to contact

me! !

Yours in Service, Mona Adib

Contact Info: Mona Adib

District Governor governor@keyclub.ca

(416) 527 -1848