Major Emphasis How to do ME Projects

1. K E Y C L U B Major Emphasis How to do ME Projects MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

2. K E Y C L U B What is the Major Emphasis Program (MEP)? • Children: Their Future, Our Focus • program to bring together all Key Clubs and members to focus on making an international impact • working with and aiding other Key Club International partner organizations • UNICEF • March of Dimes • Children’s Miracle Network MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

3. K E Y C L U B Pediatric Trauma Program – CNH District Focus “The Kiwanis Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation works closely with our partner hospitals to provide funding to train pediatric doctors, nurses and first responders, to purchase much-needed pediatric medical equipment and to create or expand community outreach programs.” MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

4. K E Y C L U B Pediatric Trauma Prevention • divisions fundraise for PTP before Fall Rally • they donate their funds at FRN/FRS by “auctioning” off their Lieutenant Governor • fundraising ideas: • restaurant fundraisers, dance, divisional gear sales, car washes, etc. • besides fundraising, clubs can help by • raising awareness, help sponsor local service events (by helping out BEE creative! MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

5. K E Y C L U B UNICEF “UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. We have the global authority to influence decision-makers, and the variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality.  That makes us unique among world organizations, and unique among those working with the young.” MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

6. K E Y C L U B UNICEF • Kiwanis partner in a $110 MILLION effort to eliminate maternal/neonatal tetanus (MNT) globally by 2015. • save a life for $1.80 • fundraising ideas: • Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF • spaghetti dinners • lanyard sales, • etc. MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

7. K E Y C L U B March of Dimes “The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects,premature birth, and infant mortality. March of Dimes was founded by the United State's 32ndPresident, Franklin D. Roosevelt, in the fight against polio. After the discovery of the polio vaccine, March of Dimes focused its efforts to improve the health of babies and has been successful with the help and enthusiasm of many grassroots volunteers like the Kiwanis family.” MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

8. K E Y C L U B March of Dimes • March for Babies is a charity walk, similar to Relay for Life • if there isn’t one in your area, start one! • get creative with fundraisers! • stroller run, diaper egg toss • have seminars or informational booths on the importance of prenatal care MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

9. K E Y C L U B SLP Grants • Achievement Award Grant • Club Grant • Disaster Assistance Grant • Pediatric Trauma Program Grant • PTP Grants for Partner Hospitals • Fellowship of Christian Athletes Grant • Hope 4 Kids Grants Visit http://cnhfoundation.org/about/grantmaking.html For further assistance and information MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012

10. K E Y C L U B Questions? Ask away!!! MRS Information and resources provided by the District Members Relations Committee 2011-2012