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Welcome to Kiwanis Club of Mount Washington Valley!

We are an eclectic mix of ages, genders, occupations, backgrounds and interests. We are all passionate about making our community and the world a better place for children so they can thrive. We are devoted to serving the children in our local community through unique and innovative service projects and fundraising initiatives.

What is Kiwanis?

Here’s a short video that explains what Kiwanis is all about.

Our Mission

The Kiwanis Club of Mount Washington Valley was established in 1975 when twenty local residents recognized the need for another service organization in the region – read more of our history here. Today, our club has grown to 53 members and continues to expand, with one of our founding members still on the roster.

Our mission is simple yet powerful:

The mission of the Kiwanis Club of Mount Washington Valley is to make our community a better place to live by engaging adult and youth volunteers in service projects, with a special focus on meeting the needs of children.

Click here to learn more about how our work benefits the Mount Washington Valley.

Next Meeting

Prospective members are always welcome! We typically hold dinner meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Ledgeview Grill, located inside the North Conway Country Club, 76 Norcross Circle, North Conway, NH, starting at 5:30 PM. Access our calendar here. We do not meet during the summer months (but do try to hold a few cookouts).

Looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you enjoy helping kids, having fun, and making a positive impact? Consider joining our Kiwanis club!

Curious to learn more? Join us for a meeting—your first dinner is on us! We meet bi-weekly, often featuring guest speakers, and actively support a variety of community projects. While we welcome members who can commit time to service, there’s no pressure—volunteer as much or as little as your schedule allows.

Beyond service, you’ll have the chance to connect with amazing people from the valley and participate in fun social events throughout the year, including a holiday party, “Crazy Jim’s” mystery dine-around, and summer cookouts.

We encourage prospective members to attend a few meetings before applying. This gives you the opportunity to get to know our group, experience our projects firsthand, and see the impact we make together.

Contact us or apply to join our Kiwanis club here.

MWV Kiwanis 2025 Passport Books – Sold Out!

Thanks to the support of nearly 150 local businesses, the 2025 Passport is packed with valuable coupons for golf, skiing, Storyland, pizza, restaurants, and retail locations from North Conway to Gorham. Just two coupons can easily cover the $39 donation—everything after that is savings.

Donation per book: $39
Preview this year’s coupons: 2025 Passport Table of Contents

MWV Kiwanis 2025 Photos with Santa!

Step into Santa’s Home Studio for memorable Photos With Santa, presented by the Kiwanis Club of Mt. Washington Valley. Newly renovated for this season, take a seat with Santa in his elegant green throne chair with a backdrop that captures the magic of the holidays in the Mt. Washington Valley.

The studio can accommodate kids, families, friends and even pets. The cost is $12 for one photo; $10 for each additional copy. All proceeds benefit Kiwanis projects for children in need in the Mt. Washington Valley community.

Additional activities including Letters To Santa and Cookies with Santa will be available on select dates this year. More details on that closer to studio opening.

Studio Dates & Hours

Saturday, November 8 (Bring A Friend): 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, November 28 (Black Friday): 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, November 29: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, November 30: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, December 6: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, December 7: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saturday, December 13: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, December 14 (Locals Discount Day): 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Our Signature Project

ANGELS & ELVES! 

Angels & Elves is a holiday gift-giving program run by the Mount Washington Valley (MWV) Kiwanis Club. The program helps ensure that children in need within the Mount Washington Valley area receive holiday gifts. Families can apply for assistance, and the program matches children with “angels” (donors) who purchase gifts based on the children’s needs and wish lists.

The program often focuses on essentials such as warm clothing, winter gear, and educational items, along with toys and other gifts to brighten the holiday season. Angels & Elves typically operates during the holiday season but also conducts fundraising year-round to support its mission. Volunteers play a vital role in organizing, wrapping, and distributing the gifts, making it a true community effort.

2024 Season

2025 Season

We are gearing up for another wonderful Angels & Elves season, helping local children and families enjoy a brighter holiday.

Location:
• Same as last year — at Settlers Green, directly across from Famous Footwear

Open Dates & Hours:
• Nov 3–Nov 28: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, Noon–5:30 PM
• Saturday, Nov 29: Noon–5:30 PM
• Closed on Thanksgiving
• Dec 1–Dec 18: Open every day, 11:00 AM–5:30 PM (including weekends)

To Sponsor a Child:
• Stop by Elf Headquarters
• Email: angelsandelvesoffice@gmail.com
• Call: (603) 356-5512

To Request an Application:
• Email: angelsandelvesapply@gmail.com

Deadlines:
• Last day to apply: Wednesday, December 3
• Final day of operation: Thursday, December 18

Every gift and every hour volunteered helps make the holidays brighter for children right here in the Valley.

Additional information can be found here and on the Angels & Elves Facebook page

Click here to learn more of our other fundraising and community projects, and here to see some of to see some of the groups we’ve supported.

Recent Photos