Washtenaw County / Est. 1921

105 years of showing up for Ann Arbor’s kids.

We are one of Michigan’s largest Kiwanis clubs — funding scholarships, supporting families, and building a stronger Washtenaw County.

$14,287,416Given since 1921
$1,346,794Distributed in FY2025
$118,787WCC scholarships, FY2025

What We Do

Four programmes. One goal — Washtenaw kids.

Every dollar we raise flows back into scholarships, families, and community grants.

01

Kiwanis Foundation Thrift Sale

The Foundation’s major service project, and the engine that funds everything else. Open Fridays 9am–1pm and Saturdays 9am–3pm.

02

Finish Line Scholarships

Full-ride scholarships covering books, tuition and fees — awarded in both first and second year, so students finish their WCC degree.

03

Warm the Children

Winter clothing for Washtenaw County families in need. The Club and Foundation are the official local sponsor.

04

Community Grants

Grants to children and family service agencies doing hands-on work across Washtenaw County.

Community Impact

A century of measurable, local impact

Since 1921 the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor Foundation has returned more than $14,287,416 to Washtenaw County in grants, scholarships, services and donated goods.

In Fiscal Year 2025 alone the Foundation distributed $1,346,794, provided $118,787 in full-ride scholarships for Washtenaw Community College students, and added a substantial solar installation at The Kiwanis Center.

Since 1921
Kiwanis Young Professionals volunteering together on a Habitat for Humanity build

Get Involved

Three ways to jump in

Join the Club

Traditional, corporate and young professional membership — all with a vote and a way to serve.

Membership Info

Volunteer

From the Thrift Sale to Warm the Children, there is a role that fits your time.

Volunteer Desk

Donate

Every gift funds scholarships, grants and direct family support for local children.

Help Us Help Kids

See what a century of service adds up to.

Explore our impact across Washtenaw County, and the programmes your support makes possible.