The Downey Kiwanis Foundation was chartered in January 1985. The incorporators were C. Richard Holmes, Richard M. Lehn and Charles Pifer. Since its inception the foundation’s main mission has been providing college scholarships for graduating high school students in Downey. Most recently, the foundation has extended its scholarship program to benefit students in Lakewood. During the 2023 Scholarship Banquet, the foundation awarded over $122,000 in college scholarships to graduating seniors from Downey, Warren, Columbus and Lakewood High Schools.
In addition to college scholarships, the foundation has contributed financially to numerous community projects in Downey such as the ARC, the YMCA, Furman Park, the Columbia Memorial Space Center, among others. The foundation also contributes to the education of young children by its participation in the Downey Theater music education program, the First United Methodist Church child daycare program, and other non-profit organizations.
✨ Inspiring leadership, service, and empowerment at our Noon Downey Kiwanis Program! ✨ We were honored to welcome Marlena Martin, Founder & Executive Director of Woman of Achievement (@internationalwoapageant), as our featured speaker. 👏💙 Marlena shared the incredible mission behind the Woman of Achievement program — empowering women through leadership, education, community service, public speaking, scholarship opportunities, and personal growth. Her work continues to uplift women of all ages while encouraging confidence, purpose, and meaningful community impact. 🌟 From supporting heart health awareness and youth development to recognizing excellence in service and education, Marlena’s passion for helping others shines through everything she does. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the positive difference Woman of Achievement is making in our communities and beyond. 💫 Thank you, Marlena, for inspiring us to continue serving with purpose and building stronger communities together. 🙌 #DowneyKiwanis#Kiwanis#WomanOfAchievement#Leadership#CommunityService WomenEmpoweringWomen ServeOthers Downey YouthLeadership CommunityImpact Volunteer HeartToHearts KiwanisFamily ... See MoreSee Less
So proud of our Downey Kiwanis members, Evelyn and Tony Aguilar, for preparing and delivering corsages and boutonnieres to students from Columbus High attending Downey High School Prom tonight.
Partnering with Julie Garcia and the What’s Up Crew to support the children of Downey is exactly what community service is all about, showing up with heart, kindness, and love.
✨ Inspiring leadership, service, and empowerment at our Noon Downey Kiwanis Program! ✨ We were honored to welcome Marlena Martin, Founder & Executive Director of Woman of Achievement (@internationalwoapageant), as our featured speaker. 👏💙 Marlena shared the incredible mission behind the Woman of Achievement program — empowering women through leadership, education, community service, public speaking, scholarship opportunities, and personal growth. Her work continues to uplift women of all ages while encouraging confidence, purpose, and meaningful community impact. 🌟 From supporting heart health awareness and youth development to recognizing excellence in service and education, Marlena’s passion for helping others shines through everything she does. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the positive difference Woman of Achievement is making in our communities and beyond. 💫 Thank you, Marlena, for inspiring us to continue serving with purpose and building stronger communities together. 🙌 #DowneyKiwanis#Kiwanis#WomanOfAchievement#Leadership#CommunityService WomenEmpoweringWomen ServeOthers Downey YouthLeadership CommunityImpact Volunteer HeartToHearts KiwanisFamily ... See MoreSee Less
So proud of our Downey Kiwanis members, Evelyn and Tony Aguilar, for preparing and delivering corsages and boutonnieres to students from Columbus High attending Downey High School Prom tonight.
Partnering with Julie Garcia and the What’s Up Crew to support the children of Downey is exactly what community service is all about, showing up with heart, kindness, and love.
Downey Kiwanis Foundation
The Downey Kiwanis Foundation was chartered in January 1985. The incorporators were C. Richard Holmes, Richard M. Lehn and Charles Pifer. Since its inception the foundation’s main mission has been providing college scholarships for graduating high school students in Downey. Most recently, the foundation has extended its scholarship program to benefit students in Lakewood. During the 2023 Scholarship Banquet, the foundation awarded over $122,000 in college scholarships to graduating seniors from Downey, Warren, Columbus and Lakewood High Schools.
In addition to college scholarships, the foundation has contributed financially to numerous community projects in Downey such as the ARC, the YMCA, Furman Park, the Columbia Memorial Space Center, among others. The foundation also contributes to the education of young children by its participation in the Downey Theater music education program, the First United Methodist Church child daycare program, and other non-profit organizations.
Scholarship Banquet 2025
Kiwanis Club Of Downey
Serving the Children of the World.
✨ Inspiring leadership, service, and empowerment at our Noon Downey Kiwanis Program! ✨
We were honored to welcome Marlena Martin, Founder & Executive Director of Woman of Achievement (@internationalwoapageant), as our featured speaker. 👏💙
Marlena shared the incredible mission behind the Woman of Achievement program — empowering women through leadership, education, community service, public speaking, scholarship opportunities, and personal growth. Her work continues to uplift women of all ages while encouraging confidence, purpose, and meaningful community impact. 🌟
From supporting heart health awareness and youth development to recognizing excellence in service and education, Marlena’s passion for helping others shines through everything she does. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the positive difference Woman of Achievement is making in our communities and beyond. 💫
Thank you, Marlena, for inspiring us to continue serving with purpose and building stronger communities together. 🙌
#DowneyKiwanis #Kiwanis #WomanOfAchievement #Leadership #CommunityService WomenEmpoweringWomen ServeOthers Downey YouthLeadership CommunityImpact Volunteer HeartToHearts KiwanisFamily ... See MoreSee Less
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A little community love goes a long way 💙✨
So proud of our Downey Kiwanis members, Evelyn and Tony Aguilar, for preparing and delivering corsages and boutonnieres to students from Columbus High attending Downey High School Prom tonight.
Partnering with Julie Garcia and the What’s Up Crew to support the children of Downey is exactly what community service is all about, showing up with heart, kindness, and love.
Moments like these remind us why we do what we do✨
Join Downey Kiwanis and be part of making a difference in the lives of our youth and our community. #Kiwanis #DowneyKiwanis #CommunityFirst #ServiceWithHeart #DowneyPride ... See MoreSee Less
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Kiwanis Club Of Downey
Serving the Children of the World.
✨ Inspiring leadership, service, and empowerment at our Noon Downey Kiwanis Program! ✨
We were honored to welcome Marlena Martin, Founder & Executive Director of Woman of Achievement (@internationalwoapageant), as our featured speaker. 👏💙
Marlena shared the incredible mission behind the Woman of Achievement program — empowering women through leadership, education, community service, public speaking, scholarship opportunities, and personal growth. Her work continues to uplift women of all ages while encouraging confidence, purpose, and meaningful community impact. 🌟
From supporting heart health awareness and youth development to recognizing excellence in service and education, Marlena’s passion for helping others shines through everything she does. We are grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the positive difference Woman of Achievement is making in our communities and beyond. 💫
Thank you, Marlena, for inspiring us to continue serving with purpose and building stronger communities together. 🙌
#DowneyKiwanis #Kiwanis #WomanOfAchievement #Leadership #CommunityService WomenEmpoweringWomen ServeOthers Downey YouthLeadership CommunityImpact Volunteer HeartToHearts KiwanisFamily ... See MoreSee Less
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A little community love goes a long way 💙✨
So proud of our Downey Kiwanis members, Evelyn and Tony Aguilar, for preparing and delivering corsages and boutonnieres to students from Columbus High attending Downey High School Prom tonight.
Partnering with Julie Garcia and the What’s Up Crew to support the children of Downey is exactly what community service is all about, showing up with heart, kindness, and love.
Moments like these remind us why we do what we do✨
Join Downey Kiwanis and be part of making a difference in the lives of our youth and our community. #Kiwanis #DowneyKiwanis #CommunityFirst #ServiceWithHeart #DowneyPride ... See MoreSee Less
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