Come serve with Kiwanis!
Join in at any of our upcoming events below. Please register so we can keep you informed with event details.
Volunteer Opportunity Salvation Army Backyard BBQ
Date: February 28, 2026 Time: 11 am - 2 pm (shifts TBD) Location: 825 7th Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (In the backyard courtyard)
The Kiwanis Club of San Diego is partnering with the Salvation Army Centre City Corps to support their monthly Family BBQ, a community-focused event serving individuals and families in downtown San Diego. This month is 80's themed!
This event provides free food, fellowship, music, and access to helpful resources for the community. Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles, including food service, setup and breakdown, welcoming guests, and general support throughout the event. Kiwanis volunteers play an important role in creating a safe, welcoming, and joyful environment for all attendees.
Exact roles and shifts will be determined as the event gets closer.
Parking Information: For the safety of families attending the event, there is no parking available on campus during the BBQ. There is a paid parking lot adjacent to the site, as well as street parking nearby.
Additional Information: The Centre City Corps regularly serves hundreds of meals at these events and continues to grow thanks to the support of dedicated volunteers, community partners, and local organizations. Each BBQ features food, fellowship, music, and a welcoming atmosphere for all.
Volunteer Opportunity Kiwanis One Day
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: 8:30 am - 11:30 am Location: Mission Trails Regional Park
Once a year, Kiwanis Clubs around the world come together for Kiwanis One Day, a special day dedicated to hands-on community service. Locally, Division 21 will unite Kiwanis members with their sponsored youth clubs—Builders Clubs, Key Clubs, and Circle K Clubs—for a morning of service and teamwork.
This year, adults and students will work side by side on service projects at Mission Trails Regional Park, helping support and preserve one of San Diego’s most treasured natural spaces. Projects may include park beautification, cleanup, and other conservation efforts.
Specific project assignments, meeting locations, and required permission slips will be shared in early March.
Join us for a meaningful morning of service, collaboration, and community impact as we live out the Kiwanis mission—serving the children of the world, one day at a time.
Volunteer Opportunity Salvation Army Backyard BBQ & Resource Fair
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026 Time: 11 am - 2 pm (shifts TBD) Location: 825 7th Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (In the backyard courtyard)
The Kiwanis Club of San Diego is partnering with the Salvation Army Centre City Corps to support their monthly Family BBQ and Resource Fair, a community-focused event serving individuals and families in downtown San Diego.
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026 Time: 4 pm - 9 pm (shifts TBD) Location: Catamaran Resort Hotel
The Kiwanis Club of San Diego is proud to support Boys to Men Mentoring at their Rooted in Resiliency 30th Anniversary Gala — a milestone celebration honoring three decades of community impact and mentorship. This elegant evening benefits Boys to Men’s vital work empowering young men through mentoring, emotional support, and community connection across San Diego County.
The gala features waterfront views, inspired cuisine, live music, and an opportunity to celebrate the mentors, supporters, and community members who have helped shape this powerful organization’s mission.
Volunteer Roles Kiwanis volunteers are needed to support a variety of roles including:
Guest greeting & check-in
Event setup & breakdown
Assisting attendees throughout the evening
Supporting gala logistics and volunteer coordination
This is a great opportunity to give back, engage with community partners, and support mentoring that transforms lives.
Volunteer Opportunity I Love A Clean SD: Creek to Bay Cleanup
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Time: Typically morning (exact site time TBD; many sites run ~9:00 AM – 12:00 PM) Location: Cleanup site TBD
Join the Kiwanis Club of San Diego and I Love A Clean San Diego for Creek to Bay, the largest Earth Week cleanup in San Diego County! Volunteers of all ages are invited to help remove litter and debris from local creeks, beaches, parks, and neighborhoods to protect our waterways and wildlife.
This family-friendly, countywide event engages thousands of volunteers at 100+ cleanup sites from inland communities to the coast. All supplies are provided at cleanup sites, and you can volunteer individually or as part of a group — like your Kiwanis team!
Closed-toed shoes
Sun protection (hat/sunscreen)
Water bottle
(Optional) reusable gloves or personal cleanup tools
Improve local waterways and ecosystems
Support community service and environmental stewardship
Great opportunity to connect with club members and other volunteers
Volunteer Opportunity Salvation Army Backyard BBQ (Family Carnival)
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Time: 11 am - 2 pm (shifts TBD) Location: 825 7th Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 (In the backyard courtyard)
The Kiwanis Club of San Diego is partnering with the Salvation Army Centre City Corps to support their monthly Family BBQ, a community-focused event serving individuals and families in downtown San Diego. This month is Carnival themed!
Join our Club and perform extraordinary things in your community!
Kiwanis Club of San Diego is a 501(c)4 non-profit organization.
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