Discover The Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee's mission of hope!
The Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee
and
Texas Roadhouse
invite YOU
to support the November 24th
12th Annual Foster Youth Thanksgiving
350 foster children will celebrate Thanksgiving with your help
An Empty Chair
From the eyes of a volunteer
The room is cramped with turkey bedlam. That's the event slang for loud, happy, sugar influenced foster children. The DJ’s selection of popular tunes is pounding. End-to-end tables line the stage dressed in Fall garland and twinkly lights.
Crowded behind the tables is a row of chairs where 12 – 15 jovial men sit. They are alums who once played in the NFL, mostly with the AZ Cardinals. Each one has a pen, preparing to sign autographs for the lengthy line of waiting young fans.
As the kids usher by the line of tables, I see a boy about 9 or 10 years old. It is hard to hear but the player must be asking the boy where his paper is. The next thing I noticed is an empty chair. The former AZ Cardinal’s player is embracing the boy, teammate style.
Then it hit me, he is a foster child who doesn't want autographs. He wants a hug, and he got it at
Foster Youth Thanksgiving.
Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee appreciates your support
Join us in our mission to uplift those in need and make a positive impact.
The Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in our community.
Our organization brings together passionate volunteers who work tirelessly to support various initiatives, from educational programs to health services.
We believe that by collaborating with local businesses and residents, we can create lasting change and foster a spirit of togetherness. For this we were nominated as Outstanding Nonprofit of 2023 - 2024.
Together, we can build a brighter future for everyone in Ahwatukee and throughout the Valley.
Email us to sponsor a foster teen or a group home to receive wrapped gifts on Christmas morning.
Thanks for Your Support
Give a tax deductible contribution today!
Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee Foundation, Inc is a designated tax exempt public charity per IRS Section 501(c)(3).
See your tax professional for details.
About Us
Our Club
Our History
Our History
Our amazing team of volunteers is committed to helping kids in need. We take our convictions and turn them into action. Think you would be a good fit? Want to learn more about becoming a part of a charitable organization? Contact us or attend one of our meetings to learn more!
Our History
Our History
Our History
The Kiwanis Club of Ahwatukee was founded in 1982 and to this day remains a strong part of the Ahwatukee community. We have been holding the annual Easter Parade that marches up 48th Street every year for 46 years and it is one of our biggest annual fundraisers. We know what it means to be a volunteer, and what it takes to make a difference.
Our Mission
Our History
Our Mission
We focus on making the maximum positive effort for children in our community. We are a group a friends who have a love for giving back and volunteering to help our future generations. All of the work helps children of Ahwatukee, Phoenix, and the world. We're a nonprofit organization working to make a difference in the lives of children.
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve the lives of children in the Valley. Your generous donation will fund our mission. We are designated as a tax exempt public charity under IRS Section 501(c)(3)
