Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe — Serving Children, Strengthening Community
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Lake Tahoe, Nevada & California

Serving Children.
Strengthening
Our Community.

The Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe brings neighbors, leaders, and volunteers together to create lasting opportunity for the children and families of the Lake Tahoe region.

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Monthly meetings every 2nd Thursday at 6:00 pm — Casey's Round Hill, Zephyr Cove, NV  ·  Get Directions
Community Impact

Real results for real people

Through consistent action and generous community support, our club delivers measurable change every year.

$90K
in Bob Baunhauser Scholarships awarded to local high school & college students in 2026
$50K
donated for the new gym scoreboard at City of South Lake Tahoe Recreation Department
300+
students equipped with coats, socks, and school supplies through Operation School Bell
$2.5K
donated to send the STHS GigaBite Robotics Club to international competition in Netherlands
Programs & Service

How we serve the Tahoe community

From scholarships and youth clubs to food drives and winter coats, our work spans every corner of community need.

Scholarship awards assembly at South Tahoe High School
Scholarships

Bob Baunhauser Scholarship Fund

Annual scholarships for students at South Tahoe High School, George Whittell High School, and Lake Tahoe Community College.

Kiwanis Coats for Kids distribution event
Youth Support

Coats for Kids & Operation School Bell

Partnering with the Assistance League to equip students with winter coats, socks, books, and school supplies every fall.

GigaBite Robotics Club presentation at Kiwanis meeting
Youth Programs

Key Club, Circle K & Youth Clubs

Sponsoring the Key Club at South Tahoe High School and Circle K at LTCC, empowering students to lead community service.

In the Community

Recent highlights

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Polar Plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics
May 2, 2026

Polar Plunge — $1,005 Raised for Special Olympics

President Velma Schnoll led our members into Lake Tahoe's icy waters to raise funds supporting Special Olympic children. Cold water, warm hearts.

Jun
1
Day of the Young Child — LTCC Campus
Serving attendees and supporting early childhood education
May
29
Bob Baunhauser 2026 Whittell Scholarship Night
Logan Robertson & Caroline Shilling, Key Club members, honored
May
14
GigaBite Robotics Club Presentation
STHS students presented award-winning robots at our monthly meeting
Apr
21
South Tahoe High School Awards Assembly
Baunhauser scholarship awards presented by Velma, Margie & David
Oct
3
Operation School Bell — Target SLT
300+ students received coats, socks & books at Target Heavenly Village
Jan
1
Tournament of Roses — Kiwanis International Float
Kiwanis represented globally at the Rose Parade, Pasadena
Membership

Make a difference in Lake Tahoe

"Kids Need Kiwanis — because every child deserves a community that believes in them."

Kiwanis Club members are friends, neighbors, and volunteers who care about the children of the Lake Tahoe community. They're people like you, working together to create a safety net of opportunity, curiosity, and care.

Study after study shows that volunteering with an organization like Kiwanis improves mental health, builds leadership skills, and leads to higher life satisfaction — while making a genuine impact on the lives of children.

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Bob Baunhauser Fund

Scholarships that open doors

Honoring Bob Baunhauser's legacy of community service, our scholarship fund invests $90,000 annually in the next generation of Lake Tahoe leaders.

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STHS
South Tahoe High School & El Dorado County Office of Education
Applications available through the STHS scholarship portal. Academic and trade school pathways supported.
Whittell
George Whittell High School
Supporting graduating seniors pursuing higher education across sciences, arts, and applied fields.
LTCC
Lake Tahoe Community College
Scholarships for continuing education students, plus the California Conservation Corps (CCC) scholarship pathway.
Community in Action
Day of the Young Child event
Scholarship award ceremony
Kiwanis installation dinner
Polar Plunge Special Olympics fundraiser
Operation School Bell preparation
Coats for Kids distribution
Fire Fest at South Tahoe Middle School
Community service event
Fire science program
Kiwanis International logo
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Who We Are

Part of something bigger

Kiwanis International is a global volunteer organization dedicated to serving the children of the world. Annually, Kiwanis clubs raise more than US $100 million and contribute more than 18.5 million volunteer hours to strengthen communities and help children reach their full potential.

The Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe carries that mission forward locally — bringing together leaders who dedicate their time and talent to uplift the children and families of the Lake Tahoe region. Through collective efforts, our members advance a tradition of generosity and civic responsibility that secures a brighter future for our community.

Our award recipients and community partners are called upon to honor the legacy of Bob Baunhauser — a steadfast supporter of youth development whose commitment to service continues to define what this club stands for.

Community Connection
Neighbors and leaders working together with shared purpose and genuine care.
Youth Development
Investing in education, safety, and opportunity for every child in our region.
Civic Responsibility
Upholding a tradition of service, generosity, and active participation in community life.
Global Mission, Local Action
Part of Kiwanis International's worldwide movement — making a difference right here at home.