The KM Gazette - Issue 1

✨ Back to School with Kiwanis Klang & Klang Synergy"A Day of Dignity, Delight, and Dedication" On the bright morning of December 13th, the skies smiled upon Klang as volunteers and families gathered for the Kiwanis Club of Klang and Kiwanis Klang Synergy’s “Back to School” initiative. A heartfelt mission to equip underprivileged children with school essentials and a renewed sense of confidence. The day began with camaraderie and culinary joy. By 10:30 AM, early arrivals including Nik, Mr. & Mrs. Sundram and Susila met up for a hearty nasi campur Melayu along Jalan Taping. The highlight? Paru masak lemak~ fuyohh! Sedap tak terkata! It was the kind of meal that fuels both body and spirit before a meaningful day of service! At exactly 11:00 AM, the team regrouped at Indah Pesona Concept Store. Thila, Kumar, Grace, Chris , Dato Stewart , Rodney & family were already in action, welcoming families who had come to select school gear. The store buzzed with energy as children tried on school shoes, matched uniforms with pride and chose stylish backpacks ready to carry both books and dreams. A special mention must go to the lady boss and the crew of Indah Pesona Concept Store, whose warmth and attentiveness made all the difference. They were truly helpful, guiding each family with care to find the right fit, whether it was the perfect pair of shoes or a backpack that matched both size and spirit added a layer of grace to the day’s mission. The arrival of the K-Kids from SJK Tamil Jalan Tepi Sungai, Klang, together with their teachers, brought bright smiles as they received their gifts of school essentials, embodying the spirit of hope and possibility that education brings. By 12:20 PM, the event wrapped up with smiles all around. Cameras clicked away, capturing moments of joy as children held their new school kits with hope and readiness for the year ahead. A special shoutout goes to Lay Hong Berhad for their generous sponsorship of Nutriplus halal-certified ready-to-eat rice meals. These meals, perfect for both home and travel, added a comforting touch to the day’s offerings. The event concluded with a cheerful group photo, sealing the memory of a morning filled with laughter, purpose and community spirit. Every child left not just with supplies, but with the dignity to walk into school proud and prepared.

Hellooooo there... It’s been a while since I last posted because I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into something truly special. Although this isn’t the first time our club, Kiwanis Club of Klang, has organized a youth camp, this marks our 9th edition. 😅😅 And what a journey it’s been! Last year, we reimagined the entire concept and ideology, transforming our 8th camp into the first ever Green Generation Adventure 2024 (GGA 2024). A bold rebrand aligned with the Kiwanis Asia Pacific Chair’s theme: Green Generation. We hosted 70 youth and 30 volunteers at Mantin Forest Art Farmstay, focusing on participants from underprivileged B40 families and orphanages, while still welcoming paid youth from our Kiwanis Social Leadership Program that we have nurtured through clubs and schools over the years. This year’s Green Generation Adventure 2025 (GGA 2025) was a leap of faith. A bigger vision, a bolder plan and a deeper commitment to impact. 🎯 Target 1: Empower 150 youth participants and recruit 50 volunteers Our goal was to engage 150 youth, primarily from underprivileged B40 families and orphanages, supported by 50 dedicated volunteers. We personally visited orphanage homes to extend invitations and to our surprise, most said yes! For many of these children, it was their first-ever youth camp, and their first time staying away from home overnight. 😱😱 To ensure comfort and care, we also encouraged each home to send caretakers or volunteers along for the journey. 🎯 Target 2: Rebuilding an entire program Each activity, every moment are custom tailored for a wonderful 3days, 2 nights experience. 🎯 Target 3: Secure funding. With a mix of grace and grit, we secured a generous grant from the Kiwanis Children’s Fund. Our longtime sponsors, seeing that we had doubled our headcount, responded in kind by doubling their support. Their belief in our mission made all the difference 💚 On 18–20 September 2025, it all came together. We successfully raised enough funds to offer free participation to 138 underprivileged youth and 42 volunteers. A remarkable feat, considering a camp of this scale typically costs RM700 per person, covering meals, lodging, and activities. Every ringgit stretched to create memories, growth and a sense of belonging. 🙏 A heartfelt thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, venue host, transport providers, and every helping hand who turned this vision into reality. Your generosity, time, and belief in the cause made all the difference 📸 Here’s a glimpse into the journey we created together… From laughter to learning, challenge to connection, these are the moments that made Green Generation Adventure 2025 unforgettable. Enjoy the highlights! <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fCNuBMp_4zU?si=Bi7J37tLGGEh6OfA" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lTA0DF1OXzg?si=fv56hEg0QF3AJgee" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe> #KiwanisMalaysia #KiwanisChildrenFund #KiwanisClubOfKlang #GreenGenerationAdventure2025 #MantinForestArtFarmStay #KiwanisClubOfDamansara #KiwanisClubOfBangsar #KiwanisClubOfKualaLumpur #KiwanisClubOfJohorBahru #KiwanisClubOfTelukIntan

🏃‍♂️ ESP x Kiwanis Charity Run 2025 ❤️ RUN FOR LOVE – TOGETHER, WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Lace up, Kuala Lumpur! This 28 September 2025 (Sunday), Dataran DBKL transforms into a sea of energy, heart, and purpose for the ESP x Kiwanis Charity Run 2025 – and YOU’RE invited! 🎉 Come with friends, bring the kids, or run solo – just don’t miss it. Run with purpose, run with love, and make unforgettable memories along the way. Registration link => https://raceroster.com/events/2025/109355/esp-x-kiwanis-charity-run