We of Kiwanis have been very fortunate in that one of our mottos is that "we build bridges for children to the future," and to that end we support numerous organizations, including Key Club, Circle K, Aktion Club, Builders Club, K Kids, Bring Up Grades, Terrific Kids, and K Leader. To this end, we are proud of the accomplishments of these organizations and proud of our clubs that participate and sponsor these organizations.
Although we have this pride, and although we do this wonderful work, situations in the world sometimes cause us to think of the people that we put in charge of these organizations and it is our hope and prayer that these people are above board and free of criminal backgrounds.
In the near future, each club president or secretary will receive information from Kiwanis International and the district office. You will receive background check applications. It is important that each club which sponsors one of these youth organizations utilize the background checks on the people in charge of the organizations. It is a must that our name and principles could never be compromised. I know there will be some cost involved, but I think it is well worth it. If I can be of any help to you in figuring out these applications, please feel free to call upon me, as your risk manager.
The reputation of Kiwanis can never be sullied and this small exercise in seeing to it that the people who we put in charge of the organization do not pose a threat is worthwhile.
Column Posted on Web Site April 20, 2014
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