KIWANIS CLUB OF PITTSBURG CALIFORNIA FOUNDATION

Literacy Programs – Book Give Aways and Read Alongs– A relative new program, we have in the last 2 years given away over 7,000 books at various City and school events. We have partnered with Pittsburg Book Depot, our local bookstore, our local schools and our local library for Read-Athons for children and their families.
Pittsburg High School Scholarships – Each year for the last few years we have awarded $5,000 to seniors who have reflected leadership and given service to the community while members in the Pittsburg High School Key Club. We have been fortunate to have had advisors from the school who have dedicated their time to this club and helped students reach their potential.
Pittsburg High School Senior Sunrise and Sunset events - The first Friday of the school year Kiwanis Club of Pittsburg partners with the PUSD Food Service Department to provide a pancake breakfast to all the incoming senior class at the high school. The Kiwanis Club provides pancakes, sausage, and labor at no cost to the school or the district. This year we served approximately 600 students and staff. The Senior Sunset Dinner is held at the end of the year. We assist Pittsburg High School activities staff by cooking and serving dinner for the Seniors final event before graduation.
Pittsburg High School Key Club - We have sponsored the Pittsburg High School Key Club for 75 years. This year the Key Club has over 50 members. Key Club is a student led organization that provides its members with opportunities to perform service, build character and develop leadership
Kamp Kiwanis - Part of the Kirker Creek Watershed which is a protected natural area on the western edge of Buchanan Park. In past summers, our club has provided the funds for a professional environmentalist and a 4-week education class for elementary aged children. We partnered with STS Academy for this project. Our goal is to work with the School District and their Environmental Education teachers to give all students the opportunity to see and experience the watershed in its natural state.
Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast - Every Veteran’s Day we will cook a full breakfast of pancakes , sausage, juice and coffee. All tips and donations go directly to the Veteran groups in Pittsburg. Kiwanis picks up all the costs for the breakfast along with providing the labor.
Christmas Gifting to Foster and Unhoused Youth – Every year Kiwanis will partner with Pittsburg Unified School District’s Support Counselor to obtain names of Foster and Unhoused Youth. We then will provide items they have requested and gifts of books and other items.
Senior Holiday Cards - Stoneman Village and Presidio residents are not forgotten during holidays. Holiday cards are hand addressed to residence for special holidays. Our Club has inspired other clubs to also give out holiday greeting cards to seniors in their areas.
Shop with a COP – Partnering with Pittsburg Activities League(PAL), Kiwanis members will wrap any gift children have purchased during their time shopping with a police officer.
Adopt a Spot and Clean Up Days – Various times of the year, Key Club members, along with Kiwanis members will take a spot and spend time raking, sweeping and general cleaning of the area. The City crew provides all the equipment and trash containers. One of our designated spots is the Gil Muniz Plaza.
Pittsburg High Key Jeopardy – A program in its 5th year. Student developed and led for a period of 6-weeks. Students challenge community groups to a game of Jeopardy. Winners with the most points earn the right to double jeopardy. Once held on zoom, now in person these have become very popular with student led clubs. Winnings can range from $100 to $600. All monies are given to clubs, as the community group’s wins are given to PHS Clubs of their choice. Each year a total of $5,000 has been awarded from this program to PHS Clubs. This has been in collaboration with STS Academy’s funding.