Meet our newest Member Spotlight! Each month, we feature one of our Chamber Members.
To apply for your spotlight, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page.
We asked Beth Galloway, with Kiwanis Club of Poway, to tell us more about the company and about being a part of the Poway Chamber. For those looking for more information about Kiwanis, Beth can be reached directly at beth.galloway65@gmail.com or by phone at (858) 254-0420.
What is the purpose of your organization?
Kiwanis Club of Poway is a service organization that focuses on helping children. We have a variety of meaningful service projects (ongoing and annual events) to better our community.
What demographic do you primarily serve?
We serve children from all backgrounds and all ages. We also help underserved families and have a club for adults with disabilities.
What made you decide to work with this organization?
Each of our members has a heart for service. We all have different backgrounds and reasons for joining Kiwanis, but we all want to make a difference. Personally, it allows me to pick and choose how I want to volunteer, and I treasure the friendships I've made in the process. If I had known how flexible being a Kiwanis member can be and knew more about the club and its structure, I would have joined sooner.
What is the most interesting part of your business?
There are so many aspects to choose from....we have members of all ages and we not only help underserved children, but also help them to be leaders with our Service Leadership Programs, ranging from elementary school to high school, and adults with disabilities. We have a big variety of service projects to choose to participate in.
What opportunities does your organization have for businesses and the community to get involved, and what is your area of greatest need?
Businesses can get involved by sponsoring our club with our new sponsorship program, by volunteering at some of our events (like Holiday With Heroes), by donating items to be given to the children/families at Holiday With Heroes, by referring potential new members, and/or by being a guest speaker at a club meeting. We have a need for more funding at this time and we always welcome new members!
Please share a recent success story of how you were able to connect with a Chamber member business to fill a need, a goal, help your constituents, etc.:
Our Holiday With Heroes event has been elevated to a level beyond what we could have imagined because of the connections we have made with the Chamber members, the non-profit organizations as well as the businesses. We have had numerous items donated including art supplies, theater tickets, a mobile storage unit, blankets, stuffed animals, and more!
Tell us something most people don't know about your organization:
The Kiwanis Club of Poway was founded 52 years ago and Kiwanis International was founded 110 years ago. There are members all over San Diego County and in over 80 countries.
What keeps you inspired?
Our members stay inspired and motivated because we can see the difference we are making in the community and with individual children. We also find great value and purpose in giving back to the community.
Why did you get involved with the Poway Chamber?
Our club joined the Chamber to be involved in the community and better understand how to meet the needs in Poway. The connections I've personally made with other Chamber members and the collaboration our club has made with other non-profit organizations has been amazing!
What would you tell someone who is considering joining the Poway Chamber?
I would encourage them to join and remind them the more you participate, the more you get out of being a Chamber member. The members are friendly, fun and helpful.
How can interested parties find out more about your organization, upcoming events, and needs and opportunities you have?
Our website is a good place to start for more information. Our club meets the first two Thursdays of the month at the Hamburger Factory for dinner at 6:30. Feel free to join us at a meeting to get more information, or help volunteer at an upcoming service project. I am happy to share more in person, by phone or email.
About The Member Spotlight
Members who fill out the form below will be put into a drawing to become our next member spotlight! Spotlighted members will be put into the Chamber Report eNewsletter, as well as featured on the homepage of our website!
Non-Profits: Fill out this Non-Profit Member Spotlight form which has been tailored to non-profit organizations!