The Kiwanis Club of Kamiah was chartered November 13, 1981. We belong to The Greater Palouse Division of the Pacific Northwest District of Kiwanis International. Kiwanis was founded in 1915. Its name comes from an American Indian phrase meaning “We Build,” and its focus is helping children.
Our Foundation
The Kiwanis Club of Kamiah Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 99-4022425), so gifts are tax-deductible as the law allows.
Recognition
2026 Outstanding Youth Serving Organization, Upriver Youth Leadership Council (UYLC).
Our Leaders (2026–27)
President: Ken Hawk
Vice President: Kate Howell
Secretary: Amber Hoodman
Past President: Ken Hawk
Foundation Board
Gail Traina
Fatima Hammerschlag
Cheryl Anderton
Pete Gantes
Committee Chairs
Community Service and Fundraising: Ken Hawk
Elementary & Middle School Youth Support: Cheryl Anderton
About Us
The Kiwanis Club of Kamiah was chartered November 13, 1981. We belong to The Greater Palouse Division of the Pacific Northwest District of Kiwanis International. Kiwanis was founded in 1915. Its name comes from an American Indian phrase meaning “We Build,” and its focus is helping children.
Our Foundation
The Kiwanis Club of Kamiah Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 99-4022425), so gifts are tax-deductible as the law allows.
Recognition
2026 Outstanding Youth Serving Organization, Upriver Youth Leadership Council (UYLC).
Our Leaders (2026–27)
Foundation Board
Committee Chairs