Our 2024 Major Emphasis grant is now in practice. Nonprofits serving youth that reside in Manchester are invited to apply for future grants. More information can be found here.
CELEBRATE WITH A CHILD (Service Project)
Kiwanisβ annual holiday party for local children. Kiwanis of Manchester proudly partners with local non-profits to give a memorable holiday experience to our guests. Kiwanis Manchester members serve as volunteers in many capacities to organize and execute this annual event. Itβs a fun time of craftmaking, carol singing, sotroytelling, and more. The Man with the Bag himself, SANTA CLAUS even takes some time to visit with us. Many thanks to our partners, members of the Bedford, Memorial and West High Key Clubs and MPAL.
WALK WITH A CHILD (Service Project)
Each yearΒ in November or December, Kiwanis Club of Manchester invites children from local afterschool programs for an evening of shopping for winter clothes. Kiwanians are joined by partners from our affliated Kiwanis Key Clubs at Manchester West and Memorial, plus Bedford High Schools andΒ students from St. Anselm College. All of usΒ assist the kids with their βshopping.β A big thanks to Wal-Mart of Hooksett for hostingΒ Walk with a Child. 2025 Photos
BOOK NOOKS (Service Project)
Kiwanis members maintain and supply books (provided) to 2 lending library locations in Manchester: Pulaski Park and Sweeney Park, supporting youth and teen literacy. This is done through book drives, regularly filling the libraries, and keeping them in good working order. It is anticipated that we will add more locations in 2024.
EASTER BASKETS (Service Project)
Every year around Easter we hold an event in partnership with the Manchester Housing & Redevelopment Authority to distribute Easter Baskets and gifts to local inner city children.
π°π· Spring smiles are on the way for Manchester families!
The Kiwanis Club of Manchester is proud to support the 6th Annual Easter Basket Giveaway, helping bring joy to local children this spring.
Kids will receive Easter baskets filled with goodies, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy a fun morning celebrating the season with their families and neighbors.
π Saturday, April 4 β° 9:00 AM β 12:00 PM π Hallsville School, Jewett St., Manchester
π For children 12 and under Please sign up for one time slot per child.
This special community event is hosted in partnership with the Manchester Parks and Recreation Department and NBT Bank, helping make the holiday brighter for local families.
The Kiwanis Club of Manchester is now accepting applications for our 2026 Community Grant Program.
Each year, our club proudly supports nonprofit organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth throughout the Greater Manchester community.
Through this program, Kiwanis provides funding to organizations whose work aligns with our mission to enhance, enrich, and improve the lives of Manchesterβs children β especially those whose opportunities are limited by poverty.
Grant funds support programs serving children and youth ages 18 and under in Manchester, NH.
π Application Deadline: May 31, 2026 π£ Funding decisions announced: July 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations interested in applying can access the grant application here:
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Our recent photos: 2025 Photos
MAJOR EMPHASIS (Grant Opportunity)
Our 2024 Major Emphasis grant is now in practice. Nonprofits serving youth that reside in Manchester are invited to apply for future grants. More information can be found here.
CELEBRATE WITH A CHILD (Service Project)
Kiwanisβ annual holiday party for local children. Kiwanis of Manchester proudly partners with local non-profits to give a memorable holiday experience to our guests. Kiwanis Manchester members serve as volunteers in many capacities to organize and execute this annual event. Itβs a fun time of craftmaking, carol singing, sotroytelling, and more. The Man with the Bag himself, SANTA CLAUS even takes some time to visit with us. Many thanks to our partners, members of the Bedford, Memorial and West High Key Clubs and MPAL.
WALK WITH A CHILD (Service Project)
Each yearΒ in November or December, Kiwanis Club of Manchester invites children from local afterschool programs for an evening of shopping for winter clothes. Kiwanians are joined by partners from our affliated Kiwanis Key Clubs at Manchester West and Memorial, plus Bedford High Schools andΒ students from St. Anselm College. All of usΒ assist the kids with their βshopping.β A big thanks to Wal-Mart of Hooksett for hostingΒ Walk with a Child. 2025 Photos
BOOK NOOKS (Service Project)
Kiwanis members maintain and supply books (provided) to 2 lending library locations in Manchester: Pulaski Park and Sweeney Park, supporting youth and teen literacy. This is done through book drives, regularly filling the libraries, and keeping them in good working order. It is anticipated that we will add more locations in 2024.
EASTER BASKETS (Service Project)
Every year around Easter we hold an event in partnership with the Manchester Housing & Redevelopment Authority to distribute Easter Baskets and gifts to local inner city children.
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Happy St. Patrickβs Day from the Kiwanis Club of Manchester!
We feel lucky every day to be part of a community that shows up, gives back, and supports local children and families. π
Whether youβre celebrating with family, friends, or a bit of Irish cheerβtoday is a great reminder of how powerful community can be.
Hereβs to spreading kindness, sharing smiles, and making a differenceβtogether.
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π°π· Spring smiles are on the way for Manchester families!
The Kiwanis Club of Manchester is proud to support the 6th Annual Easter Basket Giveaway, helping bring joy to local children this spring.
Kids will receive Easter baskets filled with goodies, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy a fun morning celebrating the season with their families and neighbors.
π Saturday, April 4
β° 9:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π Hallsville School, Jewett St., Manchester
π For children 12 and under
Please sign up for one time slot per child.
This special community event is hosted in partnership with the Manchester Parks and Recreation Department and NBT Bank, helping make the holiday brighter for local families.
π Link to register in the comments!
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The Kiwanis Club of Manchester is now accepting applications for our 2026 Community Grant Program.
Each year, our club proudly supports nonprofit organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and youth throughout the Greater Manchester community.
Through this program, Kiwanis provides funding to organizations whose work aligns with our mission to enhance, enrich, and improve the lives of Manchesterβs children β especially those whose opportunities are limited by poverty.
Grant funds support programs serving children and youth ages 18 and under in Manchester, NH.
π Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
π£ Funding decisions announced: July 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations interested in applying can access the grant application here:
k00406.site.kiwanis.org/grant-applications/
Together, we can continue strengthening opportunities for children and families in our community.
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