Is your club looking for partners? Various groups and individuals can support your club in ways both big and small. Here’s how different types of partners can team up with K-Kids to contribute to the community: 

  • Businesses can donate supplies for club activities. They’re good resources for art supplies for posters or toiletries to put in hygiene bags for homeless shelters. They also can provide a location where customers purchase and donate items — such as food from a grocery store, for a food drive. Restaurants can partner with your club on a fundraiser. During a “dine and donate night,” a percentage of revenue could go to your club for its activities, or to an organization such as a children’s hospital or animal shelter.  
  • Government agencies can offer cost-free locations for service or events. For example, members can mulch hiking trails or pick up litter in public parks. Or the club can schedule time to help patrons at libraries and historical sites. A benefit concert could be held at a park pavilion or a walk-a-thon on city streets. Work with agency staff or public officials to get approval for your club’s activities. Elected or appointed officials also can be great speakers at your school — and good advocates for your club with community leaders. 
  • Nonprofit organizations often need donations of money or useful items. They also offer sites for hands-on service, such as caring for animals at a local shelter or bell ringing for donations during holiday seasons.  
  • Individuals are often the first to support clubs! Among your family, friends, neighbors and other community members, you’ll find many people willing to help at events, share their expertise and donate resources (such as money and items). Just ask! 

Of course, these organizations and individuals benefit from the opportunities that your club gives them. Whether it’s part of their mission or a way to be seen giving back to the community, they’re getting a chance to support kids and do their part in improving their community. So don’t be shy. Pursue partnerships that benefit everyone!