Join us
Come to breakfast, meet the club and see whether Kiwanis feels like a good fit. Guests are always welcome.
Plan a visitNeighbors serving neighbors
Friday mornings. Big ideas. Real impact.
There's a place at the table for people who want to help Quincy's children thrive. Start with breakfast—and see where one Friday can lead.
Your first Friday
Coffee, conversation and a warm welcome.
- Arrive
- 6:45 a.m.
- Meeting
- 7:00 a.m.
- Where
- American Legion
- 116 N. 8th St., Quincy, Illinois
Your place to start
Three ways to make a difference
Choose the doorway that fits you. Every path begins with neighbors deciding to do some good together.
Support an event
Golf, trivia, peanuts and community partnerships turn a good time into support for local children.
See event detailsApply for a grant
The application cycle opens in March 2027. Learn what we fund and prepare your organization.
Grant informationOur community impact
Local service adds up.
Member energy and community generosity become grants, mentoring, meals, books and practical help for children throughout the Quincy area.
The numbers
Tell part of the story.
The rest is written in stronger programs, better opportunities and children who know their community is behind them.
Right now at Gem City
Gem City in action
A quick look at where our members have been showing up, serving and connecting around Quincy.
A great beginning for Blessed Sacrament Builders Club
Students in grades 6–8 are stepping into leadership and service with support from Gem City Kiwanis. Meet the newly elected officers and see moments from their first official meeting.
Read the story
Peanut Day raises $3,800
One of our strongest Peanut Day totals in recent years. Thank you, Quincy, for helping Gem City Kiwanis turn small donations into support for local children.
A packed house for public education
A standing-room-only Friday program welcomed Quincy Public Schools superintendent Dr. Larry D. Gray II and gave the club a chance to share its appreciation for Dr. George Meyer.
Welcoming new members
New members bring new ideas, new friendships and new energy for service. We were glad to welcome the newest Kiwanians into Gem City this summer.
Gather. Give. Have fun.
What's coming up
Signature events bring Quincy together—and help make the club's grants and service possible.
Teams full
Signature event
Sammy & Kids Golf Outing
Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 10:30 a.m.
Westview Golf Course
Team registration is closed. Hole sponsorships and donations are still welcome.
Sponsorship & donation details
Free admission
Family-friendly comedy
A Night with the Fruitcakes
Friday, October 23, 2026 · 7:00 p.m.
John Wood Community College Auditorium
Local comedians, plenty of laughs and a free-will offering supporting Gem City Kiwanis service in Quincy.
View Facebook event
Save the date
Community fundraiser
Trivia Night
Friday evening, February 26, 2027
State Street Theatre, 434 S. 8th Street, Quincy
Gather a team and play for a great local cause.
Trivia Night details
Thank you, Quincy
Community tradition
Peanut Day
Friday, August 28, 2026
Quincy area
Our 2026 fundraiser is complete. See how this tradition helps local children.
Peanut Day details
Annual community grants
Good ideas deserve a chance to grow.
Gem City Kiwanis awards grants to organizations and programs serving children in Quincy and the surrounding area.
Upcoming
Opens March 2027
Learn about grants
Try one Friday
Come for breakfast. Find your place.
No formal invitation is needed. Meet a few neighbors, hear a short community program and discover where your interests might fit.
Breakfast. Friendship. Service. Quincy.
Put your support to work
Help Quincy's kids thrive.
Give toward grants, support a signature event or make a club payment through the method that fits you best.