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F.A.Q

01

WHEN DOES THE KIWANIS CLUB OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS KINGSTON, JAMAICA MEET?

The club usually meets on the third Wednesday of every month at the College of Insurance Professionals, 3A Richmond Avenue, Kingston 10. We currently meet in a both in person and virtually, and on special occasions, the Club may make adjustments to its meeting times.

03

HOW MANY COMMITTEES ARE IN THE CLUB & HOW DO I JOIN A COMMITTEE?

There are five (5) Committees:

  1. IMPACT/Projects Committee

  2. INVESTMENT/Fundraising Committee

  3. INSPIRE/Membership Committee

  4. IMAGE/Public Relations/Bulletin Committee

  5. B.U.G./Reading Club Committee

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The club administration may assign you to a committee based on your skills and interest, or you may volunteer to serve on committee(s) that suit your skill sets. 

05

HOW WILL I KNOW ABOUT THE ACTIVITIES HAPPENING WITHIN THE CLUB?


​Keep in the know through any of the following ways:

  1. Attend club meetings

  2. Read WhatsApp messages in the prospect group.

  3. Follow us on  Facebook & Instagram

WHAT IS THE MANDATE OF THE KIWANIS CLUB OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS KINGSTON, JAMAICA?

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The club is focused on positively impacting the lives of children, vulnerable groups and the community. We serve primarily through educational initiatives, beautification projects, youth empowerment activities and other outreach activities. Our signature project is a Bring Up Grades (BUG) programme at Norman Gardens Primary, that is focused on improving the literacy and numeracy of children in grades 3-4.

02

IS THERE AN AGE LIMIT FOR PERSONS INTERESTED IN BECOMING MEMBERS?

The current age range of our members is 25-40 years old.

04

HOW MUCH IS YOUR ANNUAL DUES?

The annual membership dues amount to approximately J$10,000 JMD, which must be paid when inducted as a member at the beginning of the administrative year or sooner. These dues support the club's operations and enable us to continue providing service to children and our communities.

WHAT ARE DUES FOR AND WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE NEW
MEMBER FEE AND REGULAR ANNUAL DUES?

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New member and member fees mainly go toward servicing the club's obligations to Kiwanis International, the District and Division.

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When members are inducted, they pay a pro-rated fee of $7500. However all members are expected to pay $10,000 in the first quarter of the administrative year (October to December).

08

WHEN I PAY DUES, WHY DO I

HAVE TO CONTRIBUTE TO

WEEKLY OR MONTHLY EVENTS

OR PROJECTS?

Our fees do not stay with the club and as a result, the Club has to raise funds throughout the year to take care of administrative matters as well as our projects and charitable work. While the club tries to raise funds from external sponsors, at times, members are asked to contribute to various events.

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