[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5960]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     CONGRATULATING THE KIWANIS CLUB OF ELKHART ON CELEBRATING 100 
                            YEARS OF SERVICE

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                          HON. JACKIE WALORSKI

                               of indiana

                  in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 25, 2017

  Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Kiwanis 
Club of Elkhart on celebrating 100 years of service.
  In 1917, the 36th Kiwanis Club was formed in Elkhart, Indiana. Since 
then, this incredible unit of volunteers and local leaders has been 
dedicated to improving the lives of children around the world and right 
here at home.
  Kiwanis Clubs around the country and across the globe aim to 
encourage, support, and inspire local youth to make a difference in 
their communities. From rebuilding schools to hosting food drives, 
Kiwanians are serving others while learning to work together and find 
positive solutions to society's most challenging problems.
  The commitment of Elkhart Kiwanis to serving our community is 
demonstrated by its signature program, Knowledge is Dynamite--or KID--
Day. Twice a year, they honor a group of local fourth grade students 
who have demonstrated perseverance and personal growth. Over the last 
30 years, they have recognized the achievements of more than 1,300 
students and inspired countless more to set and strive toward 
meaningful goals.
  The longstanding tradition of volunteerism and leadership runs strong 
in the Kiwanis members in Elkhart. I am incredibly grateful for the 
positive role this organization has played in making our community a 
better place. When children are empowered to break through obstacles 
and help those in need, anything is possible. Children are safer, 
healthier, and happier because of the hard work and determination of 
Kiwanians. Thanks to the Kiwanis Club, our future is in good hands.
  The impressive growth and charitable reach of the Kiwanis Club of 
Elkhart is a true reflection of the hardworking Hoosier spirit its 
members embody.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Indiana's 2nd District, I want to thank the 
Kiwanis Club of Elkhart for continuing to provide such a remarkable 
opportunity for children and young adults to challenge themselves and 
fight for worthy causes in their own neighborhoods and on the global 
stage.

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